Full Notification

Public Health Officer Press Release: https://cchealth.org/press-releases/2020/0331-BayArea-HO-Issue-Order-Restrictions-Last-May.php

Good Afternoon,

The standing shelter-in-place order from the Health Officer has officially been extended to 11:59 pm on Sunday, May 3, 2020. The order has been updated and can be found at: https://cchealth.org/coronavirus/pdf/2020-0331-Health-Officer-Order-COVID19.pdf. The updated order has provided clarification on some items and added some new requirements. It is vital that we observe the order in an effort to slow the spread of the virus.

The city parks remain open but the bathroom facilities and play structures are closed. People are encouraged to use the parks but must observe the social distancing guidelines. Therefore, contact sports such as soccer, basketball, and football are not permitted, except by members of the same family.

If you have questions regarding the order and its provisions, you can check the County Health FAQ page located at https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/frequently-asked-questions or call the Contra Costa County Public Health COVID-19 hotline at 1(844) 729-8410.

If you need to contact the Orinda Police Department, you can do so as follows:

·     (925) 254-6820, This is our public administrative line. Due to modified staffing during the shelter-in-place, responses to calls on this line may be significantly delayed. Please do not call this line if you need an officer to respond or contact you immediately.

·     (925) 646-2441, This is the non-emergency number for the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff Dispatch Center. Please use this number for non-emergency calls where you would like an officer to respond or contact you.

·     911, As always, if you are experiencing an emergency and need immediate assistance, please use this number.

Please stay safe, wash your hands, and shelter-in-place in accordance with the provided guidance.

Best regards,

Chief Cook