Local Notes
If you have questions regarding COVID-19, call the County Public Health Office at 707-472-2759. To contact the City of Fort Bragg, call 707-961-2823. All Fort Bragg citizens may contact the Fort Bragg Police Department at 707-964-0200 and staff will direct you to the appropriate agency.
Effective Aug. 10, 2021, until rescinded: Order of the Health Officer of Mendocino County mandating the wearing of face coverings in indoor public settings by all persons in response to the surge of COVID-19 and the spread of the Delta Variant.
Tuesdays in the Tent Mendocino Coast Clinics Tuesdays in the Tent is ongoing weekly. Drivethrough vaccinations are available from 3 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays at 205 South St., Fort Bragg. Just drive up to the white tent on the north side of the clinic to get your free vaccine. If you’re overdue for your second dose, come on down and they’ll be happy to give it to you.
It’s never too late. Anyone who needs a first dose is welcome. No appointment or ID necessary. For more information, call 707-9641251.
COVID TESTING AND VACCINES THE MENDOCINO COAST CLINICS, 205 SOUTH ST., FORT BRAGG, IS YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR ALL THINGS COVID, FROM TESTING TO VACCINES! IF YOU HAVE SYMPTOMS AND WANT TO BE TESTED, CALL THEM AT 707-964-1251 AND THEY WILL SET UP A VIDEO VISIT OR HAVE YOU ASSESSED IN YOUR CAR. IF YOU DON’T HAVE SYMPTOMS AND WANT TO BE TESTED, GIVE A CALL AT 964-1251 AND THEY WILL GET YOU IN WEDNESDAY MORNING OR THURSDAY AFTERNOON. IF THOSE TIMES ARE NOT GOOD FOR YOU, THEY WILL FIND A TIME TO MAKE IT WORK. THE NEW TESTS ARE MUCH MORE
COMFORTABLE AND ARE OVER IN SECONDS » and the COVID team at the Mendocino Coast Clinics has had a lot of practice giving these tests over the past 15 months! Results are typically available in 48 hours.
Vaccine by Appointment Are you looking for a COVID-19
vaccine? The Adventist Health team has Moderna and the J&J vaccines all available through the Primary Care team located at 721 River Dr., Suite A in Fort Bragg. To make an appointment, call the Adventist Health offices at 707-961-4631 and press option 3 to set a time and date available to receive yours.
Free firewood If you need firewood and would be hard-pressed to buy it, you can get it right here on the coast. You will need a truck and a way to split it, though not at the pickup site. The firewood is a mix of mostly soft and some hardwood and it is cut in rounds. If you would like to pick up this firewood, please email firewood@ mcn.org, and together they will arrange for your pick up.
How Much Water You Use We’re all aware of the serious drought in Mendocino County, are you aware of how much water you actually use every day? The Water Calculator will help you figure out your water footprint…not just for those obvious tasks like washing dishes and laundry, but how much “virtual water” you and your household use. For more information, visit watercalculator.org.
HELP WITH UTILITY BILLS NEED HELP PAYING YOUR UTILITY BILLS? THE CITY OF FORT BRAGG IS OFFERING HELP TO CITY RESIDENTS WITH UP TO $500 AVAILABLE TO QUALIFYING FAMILIES IMPACTED BY COVID-19. YOU HAVE TO MEET LOW-MODERATE HOUSEHOLD INCOME INCOME QUALIFICATIONS AND LIVE WITHIN THE FORT BRAGG CITY LIMITS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 961-2825,
EXT. 122 DURING BUSINESS HOURS OR EMAIL » water@ fortbragg.com.
Free Supportive Telephone Counseling Redwood Coast Senior Center offers Senior Peer counselors who provide weekly telephone counseling to other seniors. This free program utilizes the skills and life experience of seniors to provide emotional support and encouragement to their peers.
Seniors can connect with someone their age who has experienced similar life changes. These changes can be stressful and bring feelings of depression, anxiety, grief, and loss. Talking to a Senior
Peer Counselor can bring emotional support and assistance in making goals that can better one’s life. This program can be life-changing! For further information, call the Senior Center at 707961-4310.
Senior Meals All Seniors 60 and over are welcome to enjoy a hot delicious, nutritious meal for pick up on Tuesday and Thursday between the hours of 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Redwood Coast Senior Center,490 N. Harold St., Fort Bragg. Please call Redwood Coast Senior Center at 707-964-0443 the day before to schedule your meal.
HOUSING ACTION TEAM (HAT) HELP IS AVAILABLE FOR PEOPLE STRUGGLING TO PAY THEIR RENT
OR MORTGAGE. THE HOUSING ACTION TEAM » North Mendocino Coast (HAT) has created a list in English and Spanish of government and community programs that can supplement lost pay, help with utility bills, provide protection from eviction and free up income to spend on housing by saving on food and nutrition. HAT is distributing small cards and using social media to let the public know they can view or download the list of programs and resources by going to HAT’S website www.HATMendoCoast.org.
Coronavirus information for schools and families Mendocino County education leaders are in continued close contact with the County Department of Health and Human Services to obtain the most current guidance and information related to the COVID-19 coronavirus. For more information, visit www.mcoe.us
Mendo Community Library Expands Hours Good news for local readers! The all-volunteer Mendocino Community Library is about to expand its current hours. Beginning Saturday, October 2, the library will be open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for in-person visits, browsing, and check out. Mask up and stop by to peruse the latest books, audiobooks, and DVDs. The library is located on the corner of Little Lake Rd. and William St., across from the Art Center (707937-5773; mendocinocommunitylibrary.org).