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December 17th , 2020
THE WEEKLY BUZZ MAIL!
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VIDEO. From the San Mateo County Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting Monday, 11/14/2020. American Tower owns the land and leases it to Sprint and AT&T. This is a maintenance project to the existing fire road. Four Fire Truck turnouts will also be graded.
This maintenance occurs every 10 years or so.
The ACC unanimously approved the maintenance after an interesting discussion on who pays for the grading.
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OWN VOICE. The approach that San Mateo County is taking to house homeless people is one of several options that are used in major cities around the country.
The idea of buying a motel, having a security team in front making sure only authorized residents access their room, and then having support nearby—health care, mental health care, case managers and social workers—is a model that can be successful in helping people move beyond homelessness if executed properly.
Wynne Tang (Director of Finance), of TH Clinic in San Francisco, said that the benefit to the homeless people in having an address is stability:
- an address to put on a job application
- access to a case manager
- referrals to benefits and professional help, if needed
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OWN VOICE. ~ InPerspective by Gregg Dieguez —
There have been some difficult conversations this Holiday season. Let’s hope yours are BEFORE a holiday visit, rather than a few weeks after. What we’re seeing with COVID-19 today is the Thanksgiving we just had. U.S. coronavirus deaths soared to a daily record of 3,580 and hospitalizations rose for the 19th straight day on Wednesday. Here are some things we should all understand, and then I’ll end this article on a couple of lighter notes…An Antietam a day? Note: casualty deaths only; omits some disasters.
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PRESS RELEASE. Montara Water & Sanitary District’s December 2020-January 2021 Newsletter.
In the 1960’s, Montara Water and Sanitary District (MWSD) successfully operated an independent wastewater system for our community that met state and federal water quality standards. Our safely treated wastewater was discharged offshore into the Pacific Ocean near our office. Granada Community Services District (GCSD) and the City of Half Moon Bay (HMB) operated separate sewage systems with aging treatment plants that did not meet evolving standards.
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VIDEO. This is Zoox: the future of personal transportation. Fully autonomous. All-electric. And designed from the ground up for riders, not drivers. https://zoox.com/
We’re reinventing personal transportation—making the future safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable for everyone. Over six years ago, the Zoox founders embarked on a journey to create a new type of vehicle. Fully autonomous, all-electric, and built for riders, not drivers. A ride-hailing vehicle designed for dense urban environments. Today, we revealed that vehicle to the world.
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PRESS RELEASE.
This data request will remain open through January 2021.
The USCG is requesting your input to help assess the effectiveness of the Pillar Point Harbor Entrance Light and Sound Signal (Light List number 4145) located on the eastern end of the western Pillar Point Harbor break-wall in position 37-29-38.473N 122-29-04.948W.
By participating in the survey, you have the opportunity to share your opinions related to this entrance marking, light, and sound signal.
Anyone wishing to provide feedback may do so by emailing the USCG Sector San Francisco Waterways Safety Office at: Mickey.T.Price@uscg.mil
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PRESS RELEASE.
The state of California announced the order today as regional ICU bed capacity fell below 15 percent, a trigger threshold. The order is meant to prevent crowding and mingling among non-household members and overwhelming the health care system.
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VIDEO. From the December 10th, 2020, 5:00pm, Half Moon Bay Public Safety Meeting.
Staff met with the Public Safety Subcommittee to present their white paper draft. The paper discusses a series of topics identified through facilitated discussions regarding law enforcement in Half Moon Bay. Staff continues to perform research on numerous topics to include in the white paper. This research will be finalized, and the finished paper will be presented in early 2021.
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VIDEO. From a 12/10/2020 Zoom lecture presented by Jessica Gonzalez who is a biologist at the San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (sfbbo.org)
Learn about the lifestyle of one of the cutest native birds we have on the Central Coast and San Francisco Bay Area, the Snowy Plover!
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PODCAST. Ho! Ho! Ho! How the Grinch Stole Christmas was written by Dr. Seuss and published in 1957 by Random House. It’s read by Michelle Dragony with Grinchliest Gusto in December of 2016. Listen from any device!
If you like this story you may want to go buy the book at a local coastal bookstore!
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PRESS RELEASE.
Charges on Property Tax BillMWSD charges appearing on your property tax bill
MWSD collects Sewer Service Charges, Water System Reliability Charge, and a charge for repayment of the local 2003 voter-approved General Obligation Bond which funded the purchase of and upgrades to our local water system.
To reduce administrative costs for both the District and the County, San Mateo County collects both the Sewer Service Charge and Water System Reliability Charge as a single line item on your bill.
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Great Local Coastal Content Every Week.
Do you have a story?
Do have fiction of non-fiction to share?
CONTACT us.
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Friday, December 18 : Visit the Nativity @ Mac Dutra Park by ALAS plus Santa Claus will be coming to town to receive your kid’s gift wish lists!
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Celebrate the season with an evening of light-hearted holiday classics played live by a melodious professional saxophonist.
Holiday cheer to lift your spirits! Light the fire, put on your slippers, pour your favorite beverage, and snuggle up with your sweetie while watching this concert of smooth holiday instrumentals performed live on ZOOM. You may even be inspired to sing along with your favorites! Great way to end the week and to get in the mood for this festive season.
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Celebrate the season with an evening of light-hearted holiday classics played live by a melodious professional saxophonist.
Holiday cheer to lift your spirits! Light the fire, put on your slippers, pour your favorite beverage, and snuggle up with your sweetie while watching this concert of smooth holiday instrumentals performed live on ZOOM. You may even be inspired to sing along with your favorites! Great way to end the week and to get in the mood for this festive season.
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November 21 – January 3.
Holidays at Filoli is the perfect season to make special memories with loved ones and friends. Take a stroll and enjoy the beauty of the winter garden adorned with lights and colorful decor. Cozy up to a firepit under twinkling lights and sip on hot cider or mulled wine.
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Local holiday shopping online.
Made on the Coast Virtual Art Fair runs from today through December 31st.
Local coastal artists from Montara to Pescadero are showcasing their locally made work.
Shop now for those unique gifts for yourself and others.
From jewelry to woodwork, pottery to paintings and needlework to felting and more.
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The City of Half Moon Bay and County of San Mateo – Government have partnered to offer more COVID-19 testing on the Coastside.
Using Curative self-administered testing kits, you simply swab your own mouth and you’re done.
Testing will offer safe, outdoor walk-up access.
Tests are free, no insurance necessary, but if you have it, bring your information.
The testing will continue to be held every Monday from 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Ted Adcock Community Center. Please register at https://test.curativeinc.com/walkup/9156
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The Coastside’s only live, call-in talk radio show, Coastal Windage features Coastside issues, hot topics, and live comments from Coastsiders in real time.
Finally, the people of the Coastside have an opportunity to participate in their own community.
Co-hosts Reuben TruthMaker and Livvy Streetwise provide a curated and encouraging forum for discussion while regaling listeners with their informed, entertaining, and insightful takes on a full spectrum of topics.
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This *virtual* support group offers a safe, supportive place for those grieving the loss of loved one to suicide. Open to all members of the community free of charge.
Please contact facilitator Isabel Stenzel by email istenzel@missionhospice.org for more information.
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California defines Certified Farmers’ Markets as “essential services” in the Shelter in Place order. When we open for the season there will be several changes in place to support the wellbeing of our farmers, our staff, and our shoppers. We are asking the community to keep these protocols in mind, and be as committed to keeping our local farmers, ranchers, fishers and foodmakers healthy during this remarkable time as we are committed to doing the same for you.
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No One will be allowed into the market area before 9 AM, and/or all required sanitation protocols are in place.
- The first 45 minutes of the market day are reserved for Seniors.
- Help Us! Keep six feet distance between you and fellow shoppers. We need everyone to be observant and respectful of this basic requirement.
- Do not handle anything you do not intend to buy. If you touch it, you have to buy it.
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CoastViews Music Weekly Entertainment Guide
ALL LIVE MUSIC IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID 19 VIRUS
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MERRY CHRISTMAS !!!!
Coastside Agency Meetings GOING REMOTE!
Stay Tuned.
Highlighting indicates meetings occurring in the next week
HMB City Council ~ 1st / 3rd Tues. @ 7:00pm
HMB Planning ~ 2nd /4th Tues. @ 7:00pm
HMB Parks and Recs ~ 4th Wed. only @ 6:00pm
Sewer Authority Mid-Coastide (SAM) ~ 2nd / 4th Mon. @ 7:00pm
Granada Community Services District ~ 3rd Thurs. only @ 7:30pm
Granada Community Services District Parks and Recs ~ 4 Mondays per year at 7:00pm
Montara Water & Sanitary District Meetings ~ 1st / 3rd Thurs. @ 7:30pm (second meeting often cancelled, so call ahead)
Coastside County Water District ~ 2nd Tues. only @ 7:00pm
Midcoast Community Council Meeting ~ 2nd / 4th Wed. @ 7:00pm
Coastside Fire Protection District ~ 4th Wed. only @ 6:00pm
San Mateo County Harbor District ~ 3rd Wed. only @ 6:30pm
Cabrillo Unified School District ~ 2nd Thurs. @ 7:00pm
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Meet Larry Anderson.
Are you a business?
Want to get your taxes done early?
Larry can help.
He can come to you, too.
(In Pacifica and SF. We also speak Japanese!)
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Human Investment Project Housing (HIP Housing) is a non-profit organization based in San Mateo, CA that has specialized in affordable and creative housing solutions in San Mateo County since 1972. Each year, HIP Housing helps 1,400 people find housing or keep their homes through our Home Sharing and Self Sufficiency Programs as well as through housing units we own and manage.
- 800 S. Claremont St. #210
San Mateo, 94402
United States of America
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Food, beverages, outside dining, Live music.
356 Main Street
Half Moon Bay, 94019
Sunday 10AM–9PM
Monday 10AM–9PM
Tuesday 10AM–9PM
Wednesday 10AM–9PM
Thursday 10AM-9PM
Friday 10AM-10PM
Saturday 10AM-10PM
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With a tenacious eye, Richard began watching chefs in Hawaii as they prepared pigs for traditional Luaus. The allure of the banquet sized paella pan for up to 200 guests enables everyone to enjoy his superb culinary treats.
As a personal chef, I specialize in recreating authentic, vegan, gluten free paella. My pleasure is to keep paella coming to your table for your parties. No job is ever too big, or too small, too near or too far. Please contact me for more information or to book a date. ~ Richard
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Barterra offers the finest California wines from top vineyards located from Santa Barbara to Mendocino…
- Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sparkling from Carneros
- Sangiovese from Silverado
- Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Primitivo from Lodi
- Viognier from Paso Robles
- Sauvignon Blanc from Russian River
- Cabernet Sauvginon from Alexander Valley
- Reisling and French Colombard from Mendocino
- .... and Special dessert wines from Madera
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Other Businesses on the Coastside Buzz Directory
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Are You a Small Business?
ONLY $250 for Buzz Directory webpage. ONE-TIME FEE!
When you sign up for our COASTSIDE BUZZ DIRECTORY we not only offer a one-time free Buzz Facebook Boost,
but we can also feature you here, on the Weekly BuzzMail!
Want to talk about it first?
Contact Michelle Dragony at mdragony@coastsidebuzz.com.
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PODCAST. Here are almost two hours of BTS stories recorded by Michelle Dragony of Coastside Buzz from 2016 to 2019. Stay tuned for new podcasts in the new year.
Don’t you think this would make a great podcast for NPR? Could have lots of amazing, world-class guest readers!
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Teach your Kids to Listen and Imagine with Bedtime Stories
Prepare your child for a relaxing audio podcast experience. Whether in the car, the store, or before bed, let your child immerse their ears in their imagination. School is largely auditory. So, prepare your kid to listen and visualize a story without TV or video. Just listen!
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Infinite Content ~ Coastside Buzz is a website on the internet. You can tell a story by article/photo-essay, podcast and video. The story can be as long as it has to be.
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