Assemblymember Robert Rivas and Senator Anna Caballero Co-Sponsor Farmworker Relief Drive in Salinas on May 2

SALINAS - On April 29, 2020, Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) announced, together with Senator Anna Caballero, that a Farmworker Relief Drive will be held this Saturday, May 2, 2020, from 12:00 to 4:00p.m. The drop-off event to collect non-perishable foods, diapers, and cleaning supplies will occur at Alisal Family Resource Center, 729 Williams Rd., Salinas, CA.
Rivas said, “It is important that we support local farmworkers, our food system’s first responders. So that they can continue to show-up every day at work to help keep us fed, it is important that we show up for them and share, where we can, essential items to help them weather the current pandemic. Over the past few weeks, it has been inspiring to see the response of the community who have answered this call. We are even expecting people to join us this Saturday from San Jose and San Francisco.”
“Farmworkers are the backbone of our food supply chain,” added Senator Anna Caballero. “Their tireless work year-round allows all of us to put fresh fruits and vegetables on our tables. Their essential work is more important during this pandemic. I am happy to partner with Assemblymember Robert Rivas and the Alisal Family Resource Center to hold this relief drive together to help our farmworker families. This is an opportunity to show our support and gratitude to families in need during these difficult and financially challenging times.”
Rivas said, “This pandemic has brought on challenges that have pushed our communities to the limit. But every day, it is inspiring to see the many people who have stepped up to help in this time of need. I am thankful for all the efforts that have happened locally to support our community and look forward to continuing to help in any way I can. Together, we are stronger.”
For local information on COVID-19, including county recommendations that may be more restrictive than state guidelines, please stay informed at:
• State website for all COVID 19 related matters -- www.covid19.ca.gov.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – www.cdc.gov
• California Department of Public Health – www.cdph.ca.gov
• Santa Clara County Department of Public Health – sccgov.org/sites/phd/pages/phd.aspx
• Monterey County Department of Health – www.mtyhd.org/2019ncov
• San Benito County Health & Human Services Agency – https://hhsa.cosb.us/publichealth/
Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) represents California’s 30th Assembly District, which includes all or portions of the cities and towns of Aromas, Big Sur, Chualar, Gilroy, Greenfield, Gonzales, Hollister, King City, Morgan Hill, Salinas, San Martin, San Juan Bautista, Soledad, Spreckels, and Watsonville. ###
Assemblymember Robert Rivas (D-Hollister) represents California’s 30th Assembly District, which includes all or portions of the cities and towns of Aromas, Big Sur, Chualar, Gilroy, Greenfield, Gonzales, Hollister, King City, Morgan Hill, Salinas, San Martin, San Juan Bautista, Soledad, Spreckels, and Watsonville. ###
• Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency – www.santacruzhealth.org
• Monterey County Office of Education https://www.montereycoe.org/
• Santa Clara County Office of Education https://www.sccoe.org/
• Santa Cruz County Office of Education https://santacruzcoe.org/superintendent/health-and- wellness/coronavirus/
• San Benito County Office of Education https://www.sbcoe.org/