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Supervisor Turnboo recommending the Board adopt and authorize the Chair to sign Resolution 069-2021 to emphasize the Board's commitment to assisting local schools districts in giving students an opportunity to return to normalcy in the classroom, including optional face coverings, regardless of vaccination status.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
On June 15, 2021, the Governor lifted many of his requirements that were put into place to slow the spread of COVID-19. Subsequently, on June 17, 2021, Cal OSHA revised their workplace regulations stating that fully vaccinated individuals are not required to wear face coverings and the Governor issued an executive order implementing the new Cal OSHA regulations immediately.
While these changes are an improvement, the Governor has yet to provide additional guidance regarding what measures, if any, will still be required for children while at school when classes resume this fall. Therefore, it is essential that the Board of Supervisors go on record advocating that schools return to normal, pre-COVID operations and confirming our ongoing commitment to support our school districts in providing them the authority to determine what is best for their students.
ALTERNATIVES
The Board could decide not to approve the resolution.
PRIOR BOARD ACTION
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OTHER DEPARTMENT / AGENCY INVOLVEMENT
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
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CLERK OF THE BOARD FOLLOW UP ACTIONS
Obtain Chair's signature on Resolution and return a signed copy to Supervisor Turnboo and to the Chief Administrative Office for distribution to the local school districts and our legislative representatives.
STRATEGIC PLAN COMPONENT
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CONTACT
Todd White (530) 621-5651
todd.white@edcgov.us