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1. Will City Council meetings still be held? How can we watch them?

Yes, the City will still hold Council meetings; however, the City Council will participate via teleconferencing. How to watch the meeting from home:

KCRT – Comcast Channel 28 or AT&T Uverse Channel 99

Livestream online at http://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/3178/KCRT-Live

2. Will public safety response still be the same? Will we have access to fire, police, and other emergency services?

Yes, all public safety departments will be available, with modified public access.

The Police Department lobby will NOT be open to the public. Please call 911 for emergency services, use the phone outside of the lobby doors, or contact our non-emergency line 510-233-1214 to file a report.

For more information about specific city departments, please visit Impact to City Services and Facilities.

3. Will public spaces (e.g. parks, walking trails) still be open/available?

All public spaces will remain open for use. When using them, please be mindful of your safety and maintaining social distance.

4. Will my garbage/recycling be picked up like usual?

Yes, all garbage, recycling, and other waste will still be picked up on the scheduled days.

5. Is street sweeping still happening during this time? Do we need to move our cars?

Yes, street sweeping is still occurring. Starting October 1, 2020, citations will be issued for vehicles not moved during their designated street sweeping times. Residents requiring special consideration can contact Sgt. D. Decious at 510-621-1578 for additional assistance.

6. How do I get student or senior meal services?

Health Information and Community Resources

7. Will paratransit services still be available?

Our Paratransit services are still available for seniors and disabled individuals.

In regards transit services (Bart & AC Transit), services remain unchanged

8. Will public transit still be available?

Yes, all public transit options (bus, train) will still be running their regular schedule. Please be mindful of social distancing when taking public transportation.

9. I own my business/work alone/work with limited people. Is my business affected by the “shelter-in-place” order?

Please visit https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/ for more information or reach out to the Contra Costa Health Services for more information about which businesses are affected by the Public Health Order.

10. Who do we contact if we have any other questions or concerns?

For any other questions or concerns about the “shelter-in-place” order, please visit https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/ for more information or reach out to the Contra Costa Health Services.

11. For questions about the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order?

Please call (844)-729-8410 available 8 am – 5 pm