Dana Point COVID-19 Community Updates Friday August 21 2020.
Check the Dana Point Facebook Page for the latest updates.
Dana Point COVID-19 Community Update Friday August 21 2020 is Online1
Dana Point City
Ocean Institute Free Virtual Maritime Fest 2020
Pre-Festival events are happening now, with the Festival happening Friday, September 11 2020 thru Sunday September 13 2020 Sunday. Learn More at MaritimeFest 2020.
Dana Point Chamber #MaskUpDP
The City and Chamber invite local business leaders to share their message about #MaskUpDP.
If you would like to display #MaskUpDP signage in your place of business, click here.
Dana Point COVID-19 Services and Resources Directory
New services and resources will be shared in this update, then moved over to the City’s COVID-19 webpage. You can access that information here.
The County of Orange
County of Orange Achieves Below State Data Monitoring Threshold August 19 2020
The County received confirmation from the California Department of Public Health that August 19 2020 was the first day that Orange County was below all of the State’s data monitoring thresholds.
As a reminder, the County needs to maintain this status for three consecutive days in order to be removed from the County Monitoring List.
The goal is to remain off of the County Monitoring List for 14 consecutive days to then begin reopening certain sectors of the economy.
In addition, based on the K-12 Reopening Framework, once Orange County has been off of the State’s Monitoring List for 14 days, all in-person instruction can resume.
Potentially, Orange County will be off the Monitoring List shown on the State website August 22 2020 and the projected day to reopen certain sectors is September 6 2020.
On their data dashboard, they’ve added a countdown clock to track how many days we have been off the monitoring list, which can be viewed here.
Once the County is off the list, we are still subject to the Governor’s July 13 2020 order with respect to sector closures.
Indoor operations shall remain closed, even when a county is removed from the County Monitoring List, until the State Health Officer modifies the Order and authorizes re-opening.
Keep working to #slowthespread of #OCCOVID19, #OC.
Some Orange County School Waivers Have Been Approved
The County received word from the California Department of Public Health that certain elementary waivers are being approved and those schools may resume in-person instruction.
The list of schools that have applied for the waiver and those who have been granted the waiver will be posted here in the coming days.
OC Health Care Public Service Campaign to Spread Positive Vibes
OC Health Care Agency announced a new public service campaign designed to save lives by spreading positive vibes – not COVID-19 throughout the community.
Surfing legends, professional skateboarders, comedians and more are on board.
Read more at OC Health Spread Positive Vibes. #spreadpositivevibes #OCCOVID19
SafeDineOC Restaurant Program
The County of Orange is supporting local restaurants that are reopening safely.
Restaurants can apply for a $1,000 grant to receive reimbursement for masks, employee training, site reconfiguration, cleaning supplies, and more.
The application is linked here.
County of Orange COVID-19 Latest Data Numbers Are Online
For the latest information on number of cases, positivity rate and more for COVID-19 in Orange County
Call OC Health Care Agency Health Referral Line
1(833)426-6411 for inquiries related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California.
The State of California
Upcoming New California Guidelines for Reopening
Governor Newsom has indicated that next week he’ll be making a series of announcements related to new guidelines for reopening sectors of the economy.
California #ShopSafeShopLocal
The State has launched #ShopSafeShopLocal to support local small businesses throughout the State. Learn more about the campaign here.
California Youth Sports Guidance
The State released guidance this week on Youth Sports.
Must comply with cohorting and physical distancing requirements, with an emphasis on physical conditioning and skill-building.
Read more about it here.
California Allows For School Waivers For In person Instruction
School Officials may apply for Waivers to open grades TK-6 for in-person instruction only if they can guarantee small cohorted instruction, receive sign-off from the Local Health Officer, and consult with members of the school community.
Read more about it here.
The United States of American Federal Government
Whites House Essential Workers Guidance
The White House issued guidance that designates teachers, classroom aides and superintendents as essential workers.
Dana Point Facility Closures Updated July 10 2020
Dana Point Community Center
Orange County COVID-19 Testing Resources
San Juan Capistrano
LHI COVID-19 Testing Information is Online
PCR test and typically receive results within 3-5 days
No out-of-pocket expenses
Dana Point
Rapid test with results in less than an hour
Personal testing is $120.00 ($75.00 COVID test and $45.00 visit) – No insurance
Laguna Niguel
South Coast Family Medical Center
Rapid test with results in less than an hour
Personal testing is $100.00 – No Insurance
PCR test and typically receive results within 6-10 days
No cost testing at select locations
Anaheim
Orange County Testing Super Site
PCR test and typically receive results within 3-5 days
No out-of-pocket expenses
Your Personal Physician
Contact your doctor’s office directly to request testing
Dana Point Additional Online Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic
For more information please visit The City of Dana Point Facebook Page
The City of Dana Point COVID-19 Information Page is Online
Orange County Emergency Operations Center Facebook Page
Alert OC
AlertOC is a mass notification system designed to keep Orange County, California residents and businesses informed of emergencies that may require immediate life saving actions.
Alert OC for COVID-19
Residents can now sign up to receive text message updates related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California.
To opt-in for this service, text OCCOVID19 to 888777.
Residents who have questions about alerts can call the County of Orange Public Health Hotline at (714) 628-7085 between 9am-6pm daily.
Orange County Public Health (COVID-19) Information Page is Online
Orange County Public Health (COVID-19) Health Referral Hotline Number is 1 (800) 564-8448
California Emergency State at Home Order March 19 2020
California Department of Public Health (COVID-19) Information is Online
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (COVID-19) Information is Online
World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 Online Site
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