March 30, 2020 | BenitoLink

Novel Coronavirus. Photo courtesy of Centers for Disease Control.

Health

March 30 coronavirus roundup for San Benito County

Published 03/30/2020
BenitoLink Staff

There are 17 confirmed cases in San Benito County since February, 12 of which are active and four recovered; CARES Act to provide assistance to individuals and businesses; Pinnacles closed to vehicle traffic, campground still open for those with reservations.

Government / Politics

CARES Act to provide assistance for individuals and businesses

Published 03/30/2020
BenitoLink Staff

$2 trillion aid package includes cash payments, unemployment benefits and business loans.

Nonprofits

Moonlight Walk postponed due to COVID-19

Published 03/30/2020
Community Contributor, valerie egland

The walk on the De Anza Trail was set for April 5, but will be rescheduled when it is safer to gather.

San Benito County Supervisor Mark Medina. Photo by John Chadwell.

Community Opinions

COLUMN: On March 24 virtual board meeting

Published 03/30/2020
Community Contributor, Mark Medina

Supervisor Mark Medina writes about changes to meetings during the coronavirus pandemic and addresses his decision to postpone C-1 rezone of Betabel node.