Culver City Parks Closed on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10th
City of Culver City Anticipates Limited Reopening of Some Retail Businesses Beginning Friday, May 8th
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1. Nurses Appreciation Day
Today, the Culver City Police Department took the lead in honoring local nurses as part of Nurses Appreciation Day, which kicks off National Nurses Week! National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6th and ends on May 12th, which is Florence Nightingale's birthday. At Noon today, Police and Fire led a small parade of vehicles with lights and sirens for the nurses and other medical staff in front of Southern California Hospital and Cedars-Sinai Urgent Care. Sorrento’s Italian Market provided sandwiches for the nurses’ lunches, and our very own Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department staff included colorful notes of appreciation in each lunch. Mayor Göran Eriksson and Council Member Meghan Sahli-Wells were on hand to express their appreciation to the nurses at both medical facilities. Mayor Eriksson presented a Certificate of Recognition, which read:
“On behalf of the City Council of the City of Culver City, I am pleased to recognize you on National Nurses Day. On this day, we express our tremendous gratitude to the men and women who are caring for and treating patients in our community and whose commitment to serving others has never been more evident. Your contributions to the health and well-being of every patient are immeasurable. We hope for your continued health and strength to care for all those who need healing.”
Culver City is also honoring nurses by showcasing some prominent community features in a new way! Beginning this evening, through May 12th, Nate Mohler’s sculpture at City Hall and the Veterans Memorial Building Tower will be illuminated in bluein honor of all nurses. The City would like to thank LA Christmas Light Installers, who installed the Veterans Tower lighting at no cost, which included the custom gobo. The City also thanks artist Nate Mohler for his efforts to turn the Culver Current sculpture blue. Thank you to all of our nurses and medical care professionals for all that you do today and every day.
2. Culver City Parks Closed on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10th
All Culver City parks will be closed on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10th. Los Angeles County is also closing its parks on Mother’s Day in order to encourage people to remain in their homes. This year, we encourage you to celebrate Mother’s Day at home during the fight against COVID-19.
3. City of Culver City Anticipates Limited Reopening of Some Retail Businesses Beginning Friday, May 8th
Today, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (“Public Health”) announced that it anticipates that the County—including the City of Culver City—can move to the next stage of COVID-19 reopening as soon as this Friday, May 8th. The types of businesses and facilities that we expect to be able to open in Culver City on Friday include:
For curbside pickup only, with adherence to distancing and infection control protocols:
florists
toy stores
music stores
bookstores
clothing stores
sporting goods stores
Car dealership showrooms
open for sales with adherence to distancing and infection control protocols
Golf courses
Trails
Physical distancing and infection control protocols will need to be adhered to, and cloth face coverings will need to be worn. Other non-essential businesses not included on the list above must continue to follow the regulations in the City of Culver City’s “Safer at Home” Order.
We anticipate that Public Health will make a final announcement tomorrow, Thursday, May 7th. More details will be available after that announcement, including additional guidelines for reopening.
The relaxing of public orders and reopening is being done in coordination with Public Health. Public Health has issued a five-stage roadmap to recovery that describes a phased approach to relaxing its “Safer at Home Order” and a reopening process for certain business sectors. Public Health and the City of Culver City are currently in Stage One of the Safer at Home reopening stages. We anticipate that Stage Two will begin on Friday, May 8th.
Public Health also announced today that later next week additional restrictions are anticipated to be lifted, including many retailers, manufacturers, and other recreational facilities. The next three stages include the potential opening in phases of higher-risk businesses like movie theaters, schools, colleges and universities, followed by conventions and spectator events, to finally normal operations. Each sector will have safe reopening protocols that must be adhered to.
The City of Culver City thanks you for your patience and cooperation with the "Stay at Home" orders. We know the pandemic has resulted in enormous difficulties and challenges for everyone. By working together, we are saving lives.
How can I be notified when additional businesses can reopen?
When will additional Culver City businesses be able to reopen?
Public Health has set standards and requirements that must be met for cities to safely reopen. In the coming days and weeks, Public Health will evaluate the status of its objectives and determine where and when it is possible to reopen. Public Health has issued a five-stage roadmap to recovery that describes a phased approach to relaxing the “Safer at Home Order” and a reopening process for certain business sectors.
High temperatures have been forecast for many areas throughout LA County. As the Safer at Home Order remains in effect, the LA County Department of Public Health would like to remind everyone that precautions should be taken to avoid heat-related illness, especially by older adults, young children, outdoor workers, athletes, and people with a chronic medical condition, among others, who are especially sensitive to negative health impacts from extreme heat. Public Health offers the following recommendations during high temperatures:
Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated throughout the day.
If you must go out, plan your day to avoid going out during the hottest hours, and wear sunscreen. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothes, and bring a hat or umbrella with you.
Cars get very hot. Don't leave children or pets in cars, and dial 9-1-1 if you see a child or pet in a car alone.
Beware of heat-related illness, like heat stroke and dial 9-1-1 if you see these symptoms: high body temperature, vomiting, and pale and clammy skin.
Check on those at risk, like the sick, older adults, pregnant women, and children.
Avoid working out wearing face coverings or masks not intended for athletic purposes; this means avoiding contact with others while you work out.
The closest Cooling Center to Culver City is located in South Los Angeles at Mary M. Bethune Park, 1244 E. 61st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90001.
Centers are free of charge and intended for people who urgently need relief from the heat
All visitors should bring with them and wear a face covering at all times
6.Rotary Foundation Donation
Thank you to the Culver City Rotary Community Foundation for their generous support of our emergency food drive. Thanks to their donation we were able to create more than 70 bags (and counting!) of nonperishable food to donate to local seniors in need who are part of our Senior Nutrition Program at the Culver City Senior Center. Culver City has really come together during this time to serve our neighbors and we are grateful to organizations like the Rotary Community Foundation for their help! The PRCS team was happy to shop, pack and distribute thanks to their generosity. Visit the Coronavirus Resident Information webpage for information about local food resources and programs.
7. Free COVID-19 Testing Available
Free COVID-19 tests are available. Priority for the same or next day testing is still given to people with the following symptoms:
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fevers
Chills
Repeated shaking with chills
Muscle pain
Headache
Sore throat
New loss of sense of smell
Testing is also prioritized for certain critical front-line workers who interact with the public while working, including:
9. Let's make a Culver City connection and talk soon. We’ll call YOU!
We want you to know that we are here for you. If you or another Culver City resident would like a check-in call for a quick chat, let us know. Our friendly City staff are making weekly phone calls to any residents 18 and older just to say “hi," see how you are doing, or offer information and resources. You don’t need a reason—we’ll call you. If you would like to sign-up for the weekly phone call program, give us a ring at (310) 253-6890 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM).
10. Do You Need a Volunteer?
If you or someone you know has a non-emergency, non-medical need related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and you would like assistance from a volunteer, please email the City or call the City’s Coronavirus Hotline at (310) 253-6890 (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM). If you email or leave a message at the Hotline after hours, please include your name, address, phone number, email address, and your need. In an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
