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Bulletin Highlights - What You Need to Know

• April is Earthquake Preparedness Month

• Memorial Day Parade Festivities - Get Involved!

• Still Time to Fill Out the Firewise Fire Insurance Survey

April is Earthquake Preparedness Month

Make Sure You're Prepared for The Big One!

A message from the California Office of Emergency Services:

We know that there are many things to be worried about, but when it comes to earthquakes, it is not a matter of if one will occur but when. Cal OES is encouraging residents to take the time to update their emergency plans and to download the MyShake App. So many things in life may catch us off guard, but now, earthquakes don’t have to!

Earthquake Warnings are a Game Changer: Cal OES encourages residents to have a plan for how to protect themselves in the event of an earthquake. There are moments to act if you receive a warning or feel shaking. People can get a jump start before shaking can be felt. Make sure to take protective actions such as DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON (or LOCK, COVER, and HOLD ON if using a wheelchair).

There may be circumstances where a warning is issued, but no shaking occurs. It is always better to err on the side of caution when it comes to earthquakes. We encourage you to share this information with friends and family in California to help spread the word about the technology available to help keep them safe. 

Here are some of the ways to receive earthquake warnings:

• MyShake App. An app that can be downloaded for mobile devices at no cost from Google Play and the Apple App Store. App users can set up a “HomeBase” location to receive earthquake warnings without having location services turned on.

• Android Earthquake Alerts. Included in new or updated Android devices, the system uses the same technology as the MyShake App.

• Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs). Text-like messages from the government during emergency situations. This includes Presidential, Imminent Threats (fire, earthquake, floods, etc.), and AMBER alerts.

Please visit earthquake.ca.gov to learn more about the latest tools and resources and how to use them. You can also sign up for a regular partner e-newsletter on the website from Cal OES that includes the latest news and information about Earthquake Warning California.

Upcoming Council, Board and Committee Meetings

View Agendas and Zoom information on the Town's Agenda Center. Agendas are posted at least 72 hours in advance of scheduled meetings.

City Council Schedule:

April 10th - 10:00am

Special City Council Meeting

April 10th - 6:00pm

Regular City Council Meeting

May 8th - 6:00pm

Regular City Council Meeting

Other Boards and Committees:

April 11th - 10:00am

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

May 1st - 4:00pm

Architecture Design and Review Board

May 9th - 10:00am

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

The Hillsborough Memorial Day Event is back for 2023! Please mark your calendars for Monday, May 29th from 10:00am to 2:30pm.

Music Festival Auditions:

The music festival takes place on the North School field 

starting around 11:30am (immediately after the Memorial Day Parade) featuring wonderful musicians from the community.

If you or someone you know is interested in performing in the music festival, please send a note to all or one of the festival organizers below:

• Corinne Marcus - corinnemarcus@gmail.com
• Kim Gelman - kimgelman@comcast.net
• Richard Huebner - huebner.richard@gmail.com

Organizers will accept informal audition videos (iPhone videos are fine), welcome all styles of music and encourage performers of all ages to participate!

Organizers also looking for a videographer to record the musical performances at the Music Festival. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer or know someone who is interested.

Carnival

If you are interested in helping out with the various carnival games at North School Field, please click here to sign up for an available slot.

Parade Application Form:

If you would like to be a part of the Parade, please review and fill out the Parade Application Form.

Questions? Please send an email to parade@hillsborough.net.

A message from Hillsborough Firewise:

Hillsborough Firewise USA is a citizen volunteer organization. This survey is to hear about your property/fire insurance experiences. The more responses we get, the more useful for all of us.

Many California communities have lost or have reduced insurance coverage including many in San Mateo County. We are committed to safety and proactive fire risk reduction in Hillsborough and to demonstrate this to the insurance industry. All survey information collected will remain confidential.

Click here to take the quick, 2 minute Google Forms survey (no sign-in required).

If you have any questions about the survey or Firewise, please contact us at firewise@hillsborough.net.

Welcome to the 2023 Take A Hike Challenge! We have selected seven hiking routes in our parks to introduce you to the variety and beauty of your San Mateo County Parks! A special reward is available for those who complete the #2023TakeAHikeChallenge.

The challenge is open now and runs through October 31, 2023. See hike routes, guided hike dates and how to win at www.smcgov.org/parks/2023-take-hike-challenge.

A message from RethinkWaste:

Visit us on Saturday, April 29th at the Shoreway Environmental Center in San Carlos from 10:00am to 2:00pm. We will be hosting activities including:

• Shoreway Facility Tours – Get a unique, behind-the-scenes look at where your compost, recycling, and landfill items go
• Super Swap – Bring gently-used books, puzzles, clothing items, and to trade with your community!
• Raffle Prizes – All participants are eligible to win Earth-friendly raffle prizes

Everyone is invited to attend and there is NO COST to participate! Find full event details, requirements, and registration info at www.rethinkwaste.org/earthday23.