AT A GLANCE: Providing the key information to help you navigate the novel coronavirus pandemic in Monterey County – Updated 1/3/22. Click on SOURCE for more information about each category.
Health & Emergencies
Vaccine Rollout
Click link for vaccination information and locations.
Food Banks
Food Bank for Monterey info can be found here.
Other food pantries can be found here.
Social Services
Some offices open, depending on location.
Reopening
Schools
Schools open for in-person instruction. Masks not required for students and staff.
Libraries
Most branches open. Bradley branch temporarily closed. Book drops are open for returns and curbside pick-up is still available.
Personal Care Services
No capacity limits.
Parks
Parks and outdoor spaces open.
Religious Services
No capacity limits.
Public Transportation
Operating, with masks recommended but not required while onboard.
Government Services
Courts
Courts are open, but requests people stay home unless summoned or otherwise or otherwise required to appear at a courthouse, or if they must appear in person to access court services. Face coverings required indoors for unvaccinated people.
City Buildings
County offices are open.
Evictions
Rent relief may be available through local programs.
Applications are no longer open for the statewide COVID-19 Rent Relief Program. State law extended eviction protections until June 30, 2022, for qualifying applications received by March 31. Tenants who do not qualify for statewide relief have been required to pay rent and utility bills since April 1. Visit housing.ca.gov for more info.
DMV
DMV offices are open and providing service to customers with appointments and others as time and space allow during the COVID-19 pandemic. Most DMV tasks can be taken care of without an office visit.
Visit https://dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv-online/ for information on online services.