Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Solano County Tax-Collector’s Office working with residents impacted by COVID-19 regarding April 10 tax deadline

COVID-19 and April 10 Tax Deadline Statement

March 24, 2020

SOLANO COUNTY – The Solano County Treasurer, Tax-Collector, County Clerk’s Office (TTCCC) is currently closed until at least April 6, 2020 due to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).  Despite the lobby and over-the-counter closure, TTCCC staff is currently working with residents and property owners to address questions and concerns surrounding the April 10, 2020 property tax deadline.

“Our office has received several phone calls, emails and questions from tax payers about the possible extension of the April 10 property tax deadline due to the social and financial impacts of the COVID-19 virus,” said Chuck Lomeli, Solano County Treasurer, Tax-Collector, County Clerk.  “While we cannot change the April 10 property tax deadline, as it is set by California state law, we can work with individual property owners to waive penalties due to legitimate and reasonable circumstances, including those related to COVID-19.”

The April 10 property tax deadline penalty waiver process requires tax payers to provide documentation as to how they were personally impacted by COVID-19, including reduced work hours, layoff, business closure, hospitalization and other circumstances that prevented timely payment.

“We are fully aware of and understanding of the impacts of COVID-19 affecting our personal lives both physically and financially,” says Lomeli.  “We encourage residents with concerns about the April 10 property tax deadline to give us a call or send us an email, as we have staff available to help.”

Property tax payments may be made by mail, online or in the drop box located at the Solano County Administration Center, located at 675 Texas Street in Fairfield.  Updates on the status of the TTCCC office closure can be found on the Solano County website at www.SolanoCounty.com/Depts/TTCC and by phone at (707) 784-7485.

Please note, should changes to the April 10, 2020 property tax deadline be changed by state authorities, information will be posted on the TTCCC website.  If the TTCCC office is closed on April 10, 2020, the property tax deadline, by statute, will move to the next business day the office is open.

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Coronavirus COVID-19 Interactive Global Cases Map (Johns Hopkins University)

The Johns Hopkins COVID-19 map is updated constantly.  Below is a snapshot of Solano County, California. This snapshot is NOT interactive. Click here to go to the Johns Hopkins interactive version.  ON THE JOHNS HOPKINS MAP: To get to our local data, first drag on the map or click on United States in the left margin. Then, zoom in to a state or city of interest. Finally, click on a red dot such as the one located over Fairfield, California to get local statistics.

As of 9:30 am on March 25, the map shows Solano County with

    • Confirmed: 31
    • Deaths: 0
    • Recovered: 0
    • Active: 31
Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Covid-19 in Solano County – seven more on Wednesday, March 25

UPDATE: See today’s latest information

Solano County update on March 25, 2020

Solano County COVID-19 DASHBOARD UPDATE, March 25, 2020 – Click for a larger image.

Solano County reported 3 new positive cases yesterday, and added 7 more today for a total of 31.  Our coronavirus data curve is on a steeper upward trajectory.  Everyone stay home and be safe!

The County’s Coronavirus UPDATE shows when those cases were tested over the last several weeks, (see “Date of specimen collection,” upper right).

The chart at bottom right, “Cumulative number of confirmed COVID-19 cases…” gives a clearer picture of the surge in Solano County.

Also of interest:

  • Differentiation between Total number of cases (31) and Active cases (15).  NOTE THAT active cases yesterday were 8, thus all 7 f today’s new cases are active.
  • Total number hospitalized (7 known, same as yesterday)
  • Proportion of hospitalizations due to COVID-19 (coming soon)
  • Total number of deaths (0 as of March 25)
  • Total number of cases by age groups (0-18: 0; 19-64: 21; 65 and older: 10)  6 of today’s 7 new cases were aged 19-24.  1 was 65 and older.
  • Total residents tested today (coming soon)

Note:

Solano staff refuses to divulge WHERE in the County the positive cases reside.

Benicia CA, Benicia Parks and Community Services Department

City of Benicia announces Community Services Phone Line – staff will make referrals for seniors during the COVID-19 emergency

City of Benicia Press Release, March 24, 2020

PRESS RELEASE
CITY OF BENICIA
City Hall, 250 East L Street
Benicia, California 94510
Contact: Lorie Tinfow, City Manager
ltinfow@ci.benicia.ca.us

CITY OF BENICIA UPDATE ON COVID-19
FOR MARCH 23, 2020
Community Services Phone Line Announced

Benicia, CA (March 24, 2020) — City Manager Lorie Tinfow announces the new Community Services phone line through the Parks and Community Services Department. Staff are available to answer questions and provide resources and referrals for calls received on the Community Services phone line, (707) 746- 4285, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

For seniors, staff are available to make referrals to recognized local and Solano County non-profit organizations that have set up special services for seniors during the COVID-19 emergency.

Community member are encouraged to call (707) 746-4285 or email pcs@ci.benicia.ca.us with questions. Staff will be standing by to make referrals to the appropriate city departments or organization.

In other Parks & Community Services news, the new Virtual Recreation Center is available at ci.benicia.ca.us/virtualrec. As a resource to stay healthy, happy and connected, the site has ideas and links for indoor and outdoor activities. The site also shares nutrition information and links for kids, seniors, and community assistance. If you have a great resource that should be included, email details to pcs@ci.benicia.ca.us.

In support of the Governor’s shelter-at-home order and to encourage social distancing, most Benicia Parks and Community Services facilities are closed. They include the bocce ball and tennis courts at Civic Center Park, the Skate Park, all playgrounds, all park restrooms except City Park and the First Street Pier, the James Lemos Swim Center, the Clock Tower, the Benicia Community Center, the Benicia Senior Center and the City Gym.

Addition closure and cancellation information is available at ci.benicia.ca.us/coronavirus, along with up-to-date information on the City’s response to COVID-19.

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