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Lt. Corey Paulich that, at this time, there are no suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Lake County Jail.
Within hours of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office making the announcement on Thursday, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division said it also is suspending all in-person visitation – excluding legal visits – are being suspended.
Paulich said the new policy about visitation at the Lake County Jail is in effect until further notice.
Video visitation continues to be available and should be the primary form of visitation used by all, Paulich said.
Further information on the video visitation system can be found at http://thevisitor.icsenforcer.com/index.php/jail-information/166-lakca .
“The Lake County Sheriff’s Office values visitation as an essential part of rehabilitation, but at this time the department must make difficult decisions in order to protect the health and wellness of all who live in, work in, and visit our jail,” Paulich said.
Paulich said family visits and legal visits will be held as scheduled. He said family visitation will only be extended to a spouse or domestic partner, children, parents and siblings.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office values the time and talents that so many community members share with incarcerated people for tours, rehabilitative programs and for other positive activities, Paulich said. However, the Lake County Jail is canceling all non-essential events or tours.
For smaller events, organizers should work closely with the jail command staff to discuss concerns or to coordinate rescheduling. If the decision is to cancel a program event, Paulich said the jail staff will work with organizers to the best of their ability to reschedule, while also taking into consideration the security and scheduling needs of the jail.
Paulich said everyone is urged to practice good judgment when planning a jail visit. Those feeling ill or display any symptoms of illness should not enter the jail facility. All jail visits are subject to cancelation with little or no notice. People planning to visit the jail should take that into consideration when making plans.
Staff at the Lake County Sheriff’s Office are working to prepare for a scenario where COVID-19 significantly affects operations, Paulich said.
Paulich said they will continue to ensure the safety and security of the people who live and work in our institutions, and the continuation of access to medical, dental and mental health services for incarcerated people.
Paulich said the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is taking the following steps regarding COVID-19:
Preparation
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is prepared to address exposure to COVID-19 through infection control practices already in place to prevent the spread of any communicable diseases.
Based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and to ensure we are as prepared as possible to respond to any exposure to COVID-19 specifically, they are building upon the robust influenza infection control guidelines already in place at the jail.
If there is a suspected case of COVID-19, the agency will follow the policies and procedures already in place for modified programming for any affected housing units.
They will continue to update guidelines for COVID-19 response based on CDC recommendations and will maintain cooperation with local and state health departments and the law enforcement community.
Staff
The sheriff’s office has worked continuously to keep staff informed of the evolving situation, including providing information from CDC and the Public Health agencies on how they can protect themselves against COVID-19. It has also provided staff with cleaning and disinfecting kits specialized for the COVID-19 virus.
Communication
To keep members of the population, employees and visitors informed, Lake County Public Health Department has created fact sheets and the sheriff’s office has them posted through the facility.
The agency also has provided the incarcerated population with hospital-grade disinfectant and cleaning supplies to encourage them to maintain a clean living environment.
Transportation
For incarcerated people who are coming into the Lake County Jail for any reason, a comprehensive health screening and assessment is being completed by health care professionals.
The screening includes examining the inmate’s temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration screenings. They are also asked a series of questions about their state of health and travel history.
Patients with emergent medical needs will be transported to the local hospital for advanced care and to determine the appropriate level of care.
Entering the Lake County Jail
Many people visit the jail facility every day as rehabilitative program providers, contractors and volunteers. They are urged not to enter the jail, or take part in a program if they have symptoms of illness.
The sheriff’s office understands staff, families, and those who visit state prisons as program providers or volunteers may have concerns and anxiety about COVID-19, but please know that the safety and security of all is our top priority.
Everyone should follow the precautions recommended by CDC, which expand upon precautions advised during cold and flu season.
However, if you are displaying symptoms please do not come inside the Jail facility until you are well.
Stay up to date on CDC's COVID-19 response and prevention recommendations at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html .
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The kennels also have many dogs that need to be reunited with their owners. To find the lost/found pet section, click here.
The following dogs are ready for adoption.
‘Blue’
“Blue” is a male pit bull terrier mix with a short white and brindle coat.
He has been neutered.
He is dog No. 3539.
‘Buddy’
“Buddy” is a male spaniel mix with a black and white coat.
He is dog No. 3667.
‘Cha-Chi’
“Cha-Chi” is a male Chihuahua with a short gold and white coat.
He is dog No. 3661.
‘Duchess’
“Duchess” is a female Chihuahua puppy with a short tan coat.
She is dog No. 3618.
‘Ella’
“Ella” is a female Chihuahua puppy with a short tan coat.
She is dog No. 3704.
‘Lucious’
“Lucious” is a male American Staffordshire Terrier mix with a short gray and white coat.
He is dog No. 3690.
‘Garrett’
“Garrett” is a male German Shepherd mix with a medium tan and black coat.
He has been neutered.
He is dog No. 3580.
‘Missy’
“Missy” is a female Chihuahua puppy with a short tan coat.
She is dog No. 3663.
‘Phoebe’
“Phoebe” is a female American Pit Bull Terrier mix with a short black and white coat.
She is dog No. 3483.
‘Princess’
“Princess” is a female German Shepherd with a black and tan coat.
She has been spayed.
Princess is young and energetic. She previously lived around a smaller dog and has been around the office cat. She will benefit from training and attention.
She is dog No. 3669.
‘Roxy’
“Roxy” is a female German Shepherd mix with a medium-length tan and black coat.
She has been spayed.
She is dog No. 3545.
‘Woodrow’
“Woodrow” is a male Staffordshire Bull Terrier with a black and white coat.
He is dog No. 3281.
Clearlake Animal Control’s shelter is located at 6820 Old Highway 53, off Airport Road.
Hours of operation are noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The shelter is closed Sundays, Mondays and major holidays; the shelter offers appointments on the days it’s closed to accommodate people.
Call the Clearlake Animal Control shelter at 707-273-9440, or email
Visit Clearlake Animal Control on Facebook or at the city’s Web site.
Email Elizabeth Larson at
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The district has incorporated the California Department of Public Health’s guidelines for colleges and universities that were released mid-March regarding COVID-19.
The health risk from COVID-19 to the general public still remains low at this time; however, district officials said this is a quickly evolving situation.
The YCCD communities and campuses are impacted differently so planning must intentionally address these regional differences, college officials said.
State and county public health officials are continuously assessing the situation and the colleges and district services are in regular contact with respective county health officers so leadership can make decisions based on local community circumstances.
“At this time we have every reason to believe that our colleges and campuses are under no risk of COVID-19; there are no reported cases among any students, faculty or staff,” said Chancellor Dr. Douglas Houston. “However, we are taking every reasonable precaution to ensure students, faculty and staff safety while continuing to provide instruction and services.”
In accordance with the CDPH guidance, YCCD is responding to the potential for an escalation of an outbreak in a four-phase protocol.
As a district, YCCD is undertaking active infection control measures and planning in the event the infection does spread to the campuses which may require closure in which case district leadership will notify students and communities.
District leadership is encouraging faculty, staff and students to make individual decisions regarding work, class attendance, and travel based on individual health circumstances.
In compliance with the guidance released from the Governor’s Office on March 12 issuing an updated CDPH policy on gatherings to protect public health and slow the spread of COVID-19, YCCD is undertaking actions to postpone or cancel events that meet the criteria stated in the updated state policy on gatherings.
The state’s updated policy defines a “gathering” as “any event or convening that brings together people in a single room or single space at the same time, such as an auditorium, stadium, arena, large conference room, meeting hall, cafeteria, or any other indoor or outdoor space.”
District and college leadership continues to meet on a daily basis to refine specific plans for the programs and services provided to our students and communities and to anticipate the potential continued escalation of COVID-19 spread.
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Napa County has zero confirmed cases at this time, Relucio said.
A local health emergency declaration is a legal document that will mobilize county resources, accelerate emergency planning and response, and allow for future reimbursement by the state and federal governments.
The declaration is effective immediately for seven days, and it will be ratified on by the Napa County Board of Supervisors on March 17.
As of Thursday, a total of 33 counties, cities and tribes have declared public health emergencies, including the counties of Lake, Sacramento, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange, Santa Clara, San Diego, Sonoma and others.
Late Wednesday night, Gov. Newsom announced that California public health officials had issued an updated directive on mass gatherings.
The governor stated that the state’s public health experts have determined that gatherings should be postponed or canceled across the state until at least the end of March. This does not apply to workplaces or essential education settings.
Further, non-essential gatherings must be limited to no more than 250 people, while smaller events can proceed only if the organizers can implement social distancing of 6 feet per person. Gatherings of individuals who are at higher risk for severe illness (e.g. older adults and those with underlying illness) from COVID-19 should be limited to no more than 10 people, while also following social distancing guidelines.
In response to Gov. Newsom’s declaration, Dr. Relucio has called for the cancellation of non-essential gatherings and events in Napa County that mirror the state’s orders in this regard.
“Napa County Public Health is committed to ensuring the health, safety and well-being of our community. As we shift from a strategy of containment of COVID-19 to one of community mitigation, these measures are necessary to protect public health and slow the spread of COVID-19. In addition, Napa County’s local health emergency declaration will help to support and sustain our response,” said Dr. Relucio.
This guidance applies to all non-essential professional, social and community gatherings regardless of their sponsor, according to the governor’s declaration. Essential gatherings should only be conducted if the essential activity could not be postponed or achieved without gathering, meaning that some other means of communication could not be used to conduct the essential function.
At this time Napa County Public Health is not recommending school closures. However, it is recommended that schools and community organizations take steps to prevent the spread of illness, including cancelation of non-essential travel, assemblies, fairs, and intramural and interscholastic sports.
Effective Thursday, the Napa County Public Health Division is restricting visitors to all long-term care and skilled nursing facilities in the county. This is necessary to protect older and medically fragile adults residing in these facilities, who are particularly vulnerable to severe disease and death from COVID-19.