Catastrophe prep class
A catastrophe prep class set to be held in Saratoga Feb. 16 has been moved on-line as a consequence of COVID considerations. Led by Santa Clara County Hearth Division employees, the category will cowl Bay space catastrophe dangers, make a plan and put together for a catastrophe, and keep knowledgeable throughout and after the catastrophe.
The web class is about for 6-7:15 p.m. To register, go to sccfd.eventbrite.com.
Clear water grants
Valley Water is accepting purposes for its 2023 Protected, Clear Water Grants Program, which gives funding for initiatives that assist the mission of offering protected, clear water for a wholesome life, surroundings and financial system.
The Grants & Partnerships Program is a part of the Protected, Clear Water and Pure Flood Safety Program, a parcel tax Santa Clara County voters overwhelmingly renewed in November 2020. For 2023, Valley Water has a complete of $1.4 million with no minimal or most quantity per venture that matches into the next classes: water conservation, air pollution prevention, volunteer cleanup efforts and training, wildlife habitat restoration and entry to trails and open house.
Functions are due by March 10. Valley Water extremely encourages purposes from these engaged on initiatives that promote fairness and permit assets to achieve traditionally underserved areas. First-time candidates and candidates that exhibit monetary stability are inspired to use.
Valley Water will host a digital workshop March 1, 10-11:30 a.m., the place candidates can study extra concerning the out there grants and their necessities. For extra data, go to valleywater.org/grants.