LAKE COUNTY
First dose vaccinations cancelled this week due to transportation issues related to the extreme weather events
The County of Lake Health Services Department’s Public Health Division began drive-through vaccination clinics this week. Unfortunately, due to the severe weather in other parts of the country, there have been challenges related to the delivery of our shipment of the Moderna vaccine. Officials said they needed to cancel all first dose appointments scheduled for the rest of the week.
“We are hoping the vaccine supply will arrive in the next few days, so we can resume vaccination clinics on Monday, February 22, 2021. If you had an appointment for a first dose, you should receive a call this afternoon or in the morning. We will place you on the list to reschedule for next week,” noted Health Officer Gary Pace. “Do not come to the site this week if you were scheduled for your first dose, because we will not have a vaccine for you.”
Pace added second vaccine doses will continue this week. “Four weeks ago, if you had your first dose, you should receive your second dose this week. The location and the day has changed.”
Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 – Those individuals who received their first dose on January 23 and 25 at the Clearlake Senior Center will receive a call to schedule their second dose at Redbud Park.
Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 – Those individuals who received their first dose on Jan. 26, 2021 at the Lake County Fairgrounds will receive a call to schedule their second dose at the Lakeport Auto Movies.
Next week, individuals with cancelled second dose appointments should receive a call in the near future. If there is a problem, contact us at the MHOAC Team Number: (707) 263-8174 or email: MHOAC@lakecountyca.gov, early next week.
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CLEARLAKE
UScellular announces $8.6 million network investment in Northern California in 2020
UScellular announced today that it made a $8.6 million investment in its northern California network in 2020, including $1.8 million in 5G upgrades that bring customers faster data speeds, a more responsive mobile experience and the ability to connect more devices to the network at the same time.
“We take the responsibility of keeping our customers connected very seriously, and every investment we make in our network is designed to enhance their wireless experience,” said Sarah Pearson, vice president and general manager for UScellular in the Northwest. “Last year showed us that wireless service has never been more essential, so we are dedicated to bringing the latest technology to more of our customers to ensure they can stay connected to the people and information they need.”
For the sixth year in a row, UScellular donated $1 million to Boys & Girls of America to support youth in its communities, including a donation directly to the Boys & Girls Club of the Redwoods in Eureka. For more information about UScellular’s network coverage, retail locations and corporate social responsibility, please go to uscellular.com.
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LAKE COUNTY
Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council meets Monday
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, meetings of the Scotts Valley Community Advisory Council are available for participation virtually via Zoom. To participate in real time, residents are asked to please join the Zoom meeting by accessing the link at https://lakecounty.zoom.us/j/92158432986?pwd=L3dpZ28zMUxkMXNDQ2dzQks1c3hzUT09
Meeting ID: 921 5843 2986
Passcode: 932432
Find your local number:
https://lakecounty.zoom.us/u/aXenToarQ
Join by SIP: 92158432986@zoomcrc.com
The meeting is scheduled for Monday at 5 p.m. On the agenda are a proposal to table a request to clear Scotts Creek downstream from newly installed culvert (Mike Murray – property owner) until late spring/summer 2021, COVID-19 vaccine rollout for Lake County update and a discussion regarding the bridge approach over Scotts Creek at Scotts Valley Road and Hendricks. Contact Tina Scott District 4 Supervisor with questions or concerns at (707) 849-441.
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LOWER LAKE
Prescribed fire operations planned at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park in Lake County
UPDATE: Unfortunately due to recent rain we are canceling this burn planned for tomorrow. We hope to reschedule soon so I will provide updates on our new date as soon as I can.
California State Parks in cooperation with the Lake County Fire Protection District are planning a prescribed burn in the Anderson Marsh State Historic Park on Saturday, February 20, weather permitting. This effort will be carried out in cooperation with other partner agencies.
This treatment will enhance the health of the park by removing diseased materials, restoring essential nutrients to the soil, and reducing the chance of a catastrophic wildfire.
Some public trails near the burn area will be closed the day of the burn. People traveling near the fire burn areas may see smoke from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the day of the burns.
Prescribed burns produce significantly less smoke than a wildfire does. If you see or smell smoke in your surroundings, officials recommend avoiding strenuous outdoor activity and remaining indoors as much as possible. These precautions are especially important for children, the elderly, and people with respiratory and heart conditions.
Please use extreme caution while driving near prescribed fire operations due to fire personnel and equipment in the area.
California State Parks and Lake County Fire are adhering to the safety protocols set by public health officials and has made accommodations to limit exposure among first responders and field crews to protect staff from COVID-19 during prescribed burns.
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