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Green Check Program
The GREEN CHECK PROGRAM is a new, voluntary program from Yolo County that businesses can apply for to show that they are in compliance with state and local guidance regarding COVID-19 and that public health and safety is a priority.
Businesses that have been certified as compliant will receive a certificate from the County featuring a green check mark and the text “Certificate of Compliance.” This signage means that the County has identified the business as following the guidelines and requirements set forth by the State of California and Yolo County. Green Check businesses will also be featured on the County’s website: https://www.yolocounty.org/green-check.
For more information about the Green Check Program’s application and which businesses have received a certificate, visit: https://www.yolocounty.org/green-check.
Blueprint For a Safer Economy
On August 28, 2020, the state of California announced the replacement of the County Data Monitoring List with a new tiered framework for reducing COVID-19 in the state called 'Blueprint for a Safer Economy.' Counties are placed in tiers based on new cases and test positivity rate.
Current Yolo County Risk Level: Yolo County is placed on the most restrictive tier - Widespread
For more information:
Blueprint for a Safer Economy
The State of California revealed on August 28 a new tiered framework titled ‘Blueprint for a Safer Economy’ for reducing COVID-19 in the state with revised criteria for loosening and tightening restrictions on activities.
Every county in California is assigned to a tier (widespread, substantial, moderate or minimal), based on its rate of new cases and test positivity.At a minimum, counties must remain in a tier for at least 3 weeks before moving forward. Data is reviewed weekly and tiers are updated on Tuesdays. To move forward, a county must meet the next tier’s criteria for two consecutive weeks. If a county’s metrics worsen for two consecutive weeks, it will be assigned a more restrictive tier. Public health officials are constantly monitoring data and can step in if necessary.
Currently, Yolo County is in the widespread, or most restrictive, tier for having been on the State’s County Data Monitoring List before this new framework. Even though certain activities may be allowed to reopen based on this new framework, the local Health Officer must give the final okay or approval for that activity to reopen based on local data, outbreaks, and health information.
To learn more about the State's new 'Blueprint for a Safer Economy,' click here.
To learn more about what is allowed to reopen in each tier (with a final okay by the local Health Officer, click here.
The following activities remain CLOSED in Yolo County:
All businesses and industries must:
1. Follow the social distancing protocol (completed and posted at entry or prominent location)
2. Adhere to any hyperlinks below or specific State guidance and checklist (scroll down the State page to select your industry).
The City of Woodland, under the direction of Yolo County, is aligning with the State order and the Four Stages to Resilience Roadmap.
Yolo County is currently in Stage 2 of the Resilience Roadmap.
A supporting tactic in the County’s ‘Roadmap to Recovery’ is a new heath order requiring members of the public and workers to wear a face covering. The purpose of this order is to provide additional public health protection in settings that present a risk of COVID-19 transmission. Face coverings must be worn in public settings, such as:
- Waiting in line to go inside a store
- Shopping at a store
- Picking up food at a restaurant
- On public transportation (or waiting for it)
- In a taxi or rideshare vehicle
- Seeking healthcare
- Going into facilities allowed to stay open
- Working an essential job that interacts with the public
- Children 2 years and older should be encouraged to wear a mask when around others closer than 6 feet. When they do, they must be supervised by an adult.
Click here to read the full press release from Yolo County.
Refresh Water Pipes
Remember to refresh stagnant water from pipes that have been unused for weeks. Click here for more information and instructions to fresh water to your building’s plumbing.
Resources for Businesses and Employees
The City of Woodland is taking steps to provide critical information and resources to lessen the impact on local businesses. Please click here to visit the City’s Economic Development COVID-19 Response webpage.
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act - A comprehensive Guide to the CARES Act is available by clicking here. Links to specific fund assistance resources: