Category Archives: Solano County CA

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.

Coronavirus, Covid 19, Solano County CA

Solano County Health & Social Services safety net support services for residents and those impacted by COVID-19

Solano County Headline News

HEADLINE NEWS

March 25, 2020

SOLANO COUNTY – The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services is the local County department that assists individuals in gaining access to a range of safety net support services for individuals and families experiencing hardships, and especially now by COVID-19.  These programs, including food assistance, medical insurance and cash aid for those who are eligible, are designed to ensure that all individuals and families have resources to meet their basic needs.

CalFresh Food Program
CalFresh provides benefits to help households purchase the food. The benefits are provided via Electronic Benefits Transmission (EBT) which is accessed by using a card, like a debit card. These cards are accepted at grocery stores, farmer’s markets and most other stores that sell food.

CalWORKs Cash Assistance Program
CalWORKs provides cash assistance, housing, utilities, and clothing for families with little or no income. These benefits are issued via EBT card.

Medi-Cal Health Insurance
Medi-Cal health insurance pays for medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.

General Assistance Programs
General assistance programs provide cash assistance for adults without dependents. These cash benefits are issued via EBT card.

All Solano County community members, regardless of immigration status, may apply for these programs if they are eligible. For more information about immigration and these safety net supports, visit https://www.solanocounty.com/depts/hss/publiccharge

Most applications for these programs will be accepted and processed remotely while Shelter at Home Orders are in effect due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). After an application is submitted, the applicant will be contacted by phone to schedule a phone interview, which may be on the same day. Applications may be obtained and submitted as follows:

    • – Online: https://www.mybenefitscalwin.org. (all programs) and www.GetCalFresh.org (CalFresh only)
    • Phone: (707) 784-8050 in Fairfield or (707) 553-5000 in Vallejo and (707) 469-4500 in Vacaville, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
    • Pick Up / Drop Off Application: Community members are strongly encouraged to apply online or request an application by phone. However, this may not be possible in some cases. Community members may visit H&SS buildings to pick up or drop-off an application if needed: 365 Tuolumne St., Vallejo; 275 Beck Ave, Fairfield; 1119 E. Monte Vista, Vacaville. Community members can return the application.
    • By mail: Solano County H&SS Department, PO Box 12000, Vallejo, CA 94590
    • By email: EESRightFaxVJO2ndFl@Solanocounty.com in Vallejo; EESRightFaxFF@Solancounty.com in Fairfield; and EESRightFaxVV@SolanoCounty.com in Vacaville.
    • By FAX: to Solano County Health & Social Services Department, (707) 784-8050

FOR MORE INFORMATION
For information about other safety net programs in Solano County, visit www.SolanoCounty.com.  Individuals who have questions about their active case should call the Benefits Action Center at (707) 784-3900.

EMPLOYMENT AND INSURANCE INFORMATION
For those unable to work due to exposure to COVID-19, caring for an ill family member or working reduced hours because of COVID-19 related business closures, visit the CA Employment Development Department website to file an unemployment or disability insurance claim: https://www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm.  Governor Newsom’s recent Executive Order waives the one-week unpaid waiting period.