April 2020

MINERAL CALIFORNIA NEWS

Covid-19 Pandemic Response

►Tehama County Health Department

https://www.tehamacohealthservices.net/services/communicable-diseases/#current-events

►Updates

For online, real-time global updates and statistical analysis of case numbers, deaths, and recoveries search ‘worldometers’ and select the ‘coronavirus’ tab.

►Community Events

To prevent spread of contagion, local community events have been canceled until further notice, including Cards Night, Sewing Club, Breakfast Club and Trivia Night. For the latest updates, check the calendar on www.mineralcalifornia.com

►Check-In Calls

To request check-in calls or volunteer to make them, find the sign-up form on www.mineralcalifornia.com or email mineralcalifornia@gmail.com

►Groceries

Running out of food?

Holiday Market in Chester has inventory search at https://www.shopholidaymarket.com

Raley’s in Red Bluff has pre-packed bags with an assortment of foods that you can pick up outside the store. 527-6902

Or shop Raley’s online at https://www.raleys.com/shop/

Walmart will mail non-perishable groceries. It also has online ordering for pickup at https://grocery.walmart.com/

Schwan’s delivers frozen food to Mineral every other Thursday. Order online at https://www.schwans.com/

New Mineral Online Communications

►Mineral’s Website

Several residents have come together to brainstorm, design and produce a local newsletter and website for the Mineral Community. Visit www.mineralcalifornia.com for events, news and useful links. Add the calendar to your calendar views using Google Calendar. Thanks to all who have contributed and continue to provide feedback. Email Lisa and Jan with questions, ideas and events to post at mineralcalifornia@gmail.com

►Mineral County Water District’s Website

The Mineral County Water District has a new website where you can find notices, Board meeting minutes, and other useful info.

https://www.mineralwater.specialdistrict.org/

Catastrophic Wildfire Prevention

►Local Firewise USA® Participation

Jim Richardson, Lassen Volcanic National Park Superintendent, and a volunteer six-member board are using resources provided by Firewise USA to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Mineral and Mill Creek. The group has been educating residents about fire prevention and encouraging them to create defensible space around their properties.

“This is getting results, but there is still much to be done,” he said. Access FirewiseUSA®’s “Preparing Homes for Wildfire” here

https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Preparing-homes-for-wildfire

►Defensible Space Preparation

Did you know that 100’ of defensible space around your home is the law? With reduced precipitation this year, creating defensible space is more important than ever. Avoid fines by preparing your space.

Law: https://www.fire.ca.gov/programs/communications/defensible-space-prc-4291

Tips: https://www.readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-wildfire/get-ready/defensible-space/

Upcoming Memorial Day Events*

►Community Dumpsters Day GreenWaste will provide two 20-cubic-yard dumpsters at Park Service HQ for free yard waste disposal over the Memorial Day weekend. Watch for GreenWaste flyers here soon!

►Memorial Day Garage Sale

Start gathering items for the Memorial Day Weekend garage sales throughout Mineral. For the latest updates, check the calendar at www.mineralcalifornia.com

*Events are subject to change, pending public health response to the Covid-19 pandemic.