The Mercury News: Amid local frustrations, state to give Bay Area funds for ‘equitable’ vaccine rollout
Amid ongoing local frustrations over the state’s approach to an equitable vaccine rollout, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office has pledged several million dollars to Bay Area health departments to help distribute doses in hard-hit areas.
The state will give $7.6 million to nine Bay Area counties to expand vaccination sites in vulnerable neighborhoods, sign residents up for appointments through My Turn or hire outreach workers, among other possibilities, State Senator Dave Cortese’s office said Wednesday