March 15, 2021: County Launches Multijurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The County of San Mateo, led by the Office of Emergency Services, has begun to develop the County’s updated Multijurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to address threats such as earthquake, flooding, extreme heat, and landslide.

County of San Mateo Names First Chief Equity Officer

Redwood City — Reinforcing its commitment to delivering services and evaluating existing structures through a lens of equity and inclusion, the County of San Mateo has named a long-time health equity advocate to its first-ever chief equity officer position.

March 12, 2021: Health Officer Rescinds Long-term Care Facilities Order: Congregate care facilities to follow federal, state, and sector guidance for visitation

San Mateo County Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow has rescinded his health order governing visitation at long-term care and other congregate living facilities. The previous order went into effect on October 29, 2020 and was part of a series of orders setting guidelines for non-essential visitors, including family members, to enter congregate care facilities and interact safely with residents.

March 11, 2021: San Mateo County on Threshold of Further Reopenings; Vaccine Doses Top Quarter Million; Testing Widely Available: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

March 4, 2021: Confronting COVID-19: Vaccine Clinic to Serve Hard-hit East Palo Alto

East Palo Alto – The County of San Mateo and the Ravenswood Family Health Center today announced they will expand local COVID-19 vaccine opportunities in East Palo Alto to serve seniors and essential workers who live in the hard-hit city. “My priority has been and will continue to be on equity,” said San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum, whose District 4 includes East Palo Alto.

March 4, 2021: Vaccine Clinic to Serve East Palo Alto; New Vaccine Dashboard as Delivered Doses Tops 225,000: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

Feb. 25, 2021: Nearly 200,000 Vaccine Doses Administered; Free Bus Rides to Vaccination Sites; Fresh FAQs: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.

Feb. 23, 2021: Confronting COVID: State Loosens Restrictions in San Mateo County

Local health officials encourage residents to continue to get tested, follow health and safety guidelines

Feb. 22, 2021: County of San Mateo Continues Prioritizing 65+ Residents as Vaccine Eligibility Tiers Expand Today

As vaccine access expands today to eligible essential workers including teachers and law enforcement, the County of San Mateo remains committed to ensuring residents 65 and older receive shots.

Feb. 22, 2021: Targeted Relief for Vital Slice of Local Economy: Grant Applications to Open Monday for Struggling Brick-and-Mortar Food and Beverage Industry

San Mateo County restaurants, breweries and wineries that meet eligibility requirements may apply for emergency relief grants starting at noon on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021.

Feb. 18, 2021: Vaccine Shipments Delayed by Winter Storms; Local Emergency Relief Funds Available; Good News Mixed with Caution on Reopening: Update on County Response to COVID-19

The County of San Mateo continues to work to protect public health and safety in response to the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19.