Fremont Declares State Of Emergency: Coronavirus

FREMONT, CA — The City of Fremont proclaimed a local emergency Friday in response to new coronavirus, COVID-19. It gives the city the legal authority and flexibility to mobilize resources to protect the community. It also allows the city to request mutual aid from regional, state, and other governmental entities.

City Manager Mark Danaj said in a written statement,“Given the challenges this disease is causing, we are working to organize resources, implement best practices to reduce the spread of the pathogen, and inform the community."

Fremont activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on March 3. Dinaj added,“Our EOC activation status has expanded to include daily virtual meetings and coordination with City leadership and EOC Staff. We are in close contact with regional and state officials to ensure the health and safety of Fremont community members and our employees is protected.”

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Mayor Lily Mei notes that the city is ready to deal with a long-term crisis, “In this current environment, we will continue evaluating the way in which we provide City services to the public and will assess and review actions on a rolling 30-day basis. The community should be prepared for any adjustments, postponements, and cancellations that go into effect as we work together as a community to keep everyone safe. I thank you for your patience and anticipated cooperation.”

The proclamation is published on the city's website. It is set to be ratified by the City Council on March 17.

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