CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Meeting: April 4, 2023
Subject
Consider rescinding the Proclamation of a Local Emergency regarding the presence and community spread of the COVID- 19 pandemic.
Recommended Action
Adopt Resolution No. 23-____ rescinding the Proclamation of a Local Emergency regarding the presence and community spread of the COVID- 19 pandemic.
Reasons for Recommendation
On March 11, 2020, the City Manager, serving as the Director of Emergency Services, issued a Proclamation of Local Emergency pursuant to CMC section 2.40.060 regarding the presence and community spread of the COVID- 19 pandemic. The Proclamation enabled the City to exercise various emergency powers, including issuance of emergency orders and regulations.
On March 17, 2020, the City Council ratified the Proclamation of Local Emergency. On that same day the City Manager also partially activated a virtual Emergency Operations Center (EOC), involving a cross-functional and multi-department team. The EOC has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation.
On September 12, 2022, the County Health Officer rescinded of the final local health orders related to COVID-19.
On October 17, 2022, the Governor of California announced plans to end the State’s proclamation of emergency effective February 28, 2023.
On February 28, 2023, the California proclamation of emergency for COVID-19 expired.
On February 28, 2023, the County of Santa Clara demobilized mass testing and vaccination locations throughout the county.
Based upon analysis from local, state, and federal health guidance regarding COVID-19, the City Manager, acting as Director of Emergency Services, is proposing the rescission of the Proclamation of Local Emergency pursuant to CMC section 2.40.060 regarding the presence and community spread of the COVID- 19 pandemic. The City Manager seeks confirmation of the proposed rescission by the City Council. The rescission of the Order will be in writing and given widespread publicity and notice, as required by Government Code section 8630.
Sustainability Impact
No sustainability impact.
Fiscal Impact
No fiscal impact.
California Environmental Quality Act
Not applicable.
Prepared by: Thomas Chin, Emergency Manager
Reviewed by: Christopher D. Jensen, City Attorney
Approved for Submission by: Pamela Wu, City Manager
Attachments:
A – Proposed Resolution Rescinding the Proclamation of Local Emergency B – Resolution No. 20-028 Ratifying the Director of Emergency Services Proclamation 1378601.4