Public Health Urges Residents to Plan for a Safe Labor Day Weekend
Cooling Centers
Have you received your stimulus check?
New State COVID-19 Framework
Virtual Hiring Event – Coming Soon!
Limited Field Rentals Now Available in Culver City Parks
COVID-19 Testing
Food Resources
You Are Not Alone
Questions? Call the Culver City Hotline
1. Updated Health Officer Order Allows Schools to Offer Services for Students Most in Need of In-Person Learning and Hair Salons & Barbershops Can Re-Open for Indoor Services at 25% Capacity
Beginning Monday, September 14, schools K-12 may offer in-school services for small cohorts of students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP), students requiring instruction for English as a Second Language (ESL) or students needing assessments or specialized in-school services, as long as the school is able to fully implement the Health Officer’s re-opening protocols. Once available, guidance and protocols for K-12 will be available on the Public Health website.
Public Health will not be opening the waiver program for instruction of students in grades TK-6 as the department monitors the implementation of this effort to safely get students needing specialized in-school services back to school.
Hair salons and barbershops can re-open for indoor services at 25% occupancy provided they are in full compliance with the Health Officer’s protocols. The Order encourages these businesses to continue outdoor operations when possible, and to offer in-door operations for those services that cannot be provided outdoors. Once available, the guidance and protocols for hair salons and barbershops will be available on the Public Health website.
Culver City will soon issue a Supplement to Public Order to mirror the new Health Officer Order.
All other current restrictions remain unchanged at this time.
2. Public Health Urges Residents to Plan for a Safe Labor Day Weekend
As a reminder, being around people who aren’t part of your household puts you at a greater risk for COVID-19, which is why it is so important to find ways to celebrate Labor Day without going to parties and barbecues hosted by non-household members.
Only hang out with members of your household this holiday weekend.
Wear a cloth face covering when outside your home and around others.
Enjoy outside activities away from crowds and with members of your own household.
Use your own utensils, cups, food, drinks – Do Not Share.
Avoid confined spaces—actively stay away from indoor spaces that don’t allow for easy distancing of at least 6 feet between you and others.
Avoid close contact—stay at least 6 feet away from all other people who are not part of your own household, especially while talking, eating, drinking, and singing.
Avoid gathering—please do not attend gatherings or parties; please do not host gatherings or parties.
Wash or sanitize your hands often.
Clean frequently touched items regularly.
If you are sick, remain isolated at home, away from others.
3. Cooling Centers
High temperatures are in the forecast for many areas throughout LA County this weekend. 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.
When available, a listing of open cooling centers will be listed on the County’s online interactive map.
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
4. Have you received your stimulus check?
Most people who make less than $99,000, got an Economic Impact Payment. According to the Center for Budget and Policies Priorities, over 12 million eligible residents are missing out on crucial funds provided through the CARES Act that could help pay rent or purchase food. Eligible residents have until October 15 to enter the required information into the IRS website to receive the funding.
Last Friday, the State of California released a new tiered framework to more easily communicate the extent of community transmission in counties across the state. The graphic below is a summary of: 1) the state’s tiers, 2) the indicators they are tracking, and 3) how counties are being classified (as having either widespread, substantial, moderate or minimal spread of the COVID-19 virus in their communities). Moving forward, California will use this new tier system to guide possible sector re-openings for counties to consider.
In LA County, the ultimate decisions about sector re-openings will remain under the purview of the County Health Officer Orders, which are developed in consultation with LA County's Board of Supervisors.
LA County is currently in Tier 1 - meaning that there continues to be widespread transmission of the virus in the county.
Per the State, LA County's current 7-day average of new cases (per day per 100,000 people) is 10.2 - LA County is required to have less than 7 new cases per day per 100,000 population in order to move to the next stage.
LA County’s current test positivity rate is 5%. And even though this places LA County in Tier 2 (Red) for this metric, when the two metrics fall in different tiers, the State places counties in the most restrictive tier; hence, LA County (like most counties in California) has been placed in Tier 1.
The path forward for reopening depends on LA County being able to reduce community transmission significantly, so children and teachers can get back to their classrooms and more people can get back to their jobs with as much safety as possible.
The City of Culver City Economic Recovery Task Force is working with JVS SoCal to facilitate a virtual hiring event this Fall! The event will be produced as part of the City’s economic recovery efforts in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, numerous non-profits, and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation. The event will be open to all Culver City Businesses seeking to hire in the near- and mid-term for internships, seasonal, temporary and full-time positions.
JVS SoCal, located in Culver City, will provide the event platform and all candidates will be vetted through their system. As the operator of the West Los Angeles America’s Job Center of California (AJCC), JVS SoCal is a free local resource to assist individuals who wish to go back to work, whether they have been laid off, furloughed, or are looking for a career change.
If you have a business looking to hire, and/or if you, or someone you know is looking for a new position, and or career training, please contact Elaine Warner at elaine.warner@culvercity.org or (310) 253-5777. More details to be released soon.
7. Limited Field Rentals Now Available in Culver City Parks
The Twenty-Fourth Supplement to Public Order authorizes the resumption of outdoor youth sports and the use of outdoor park space for therapeutic small group meetings and in-person faith-based services, all with the relevant City permits.
If you think you need a test, the County encourages you to call your doctor first. Testing is best done by a healthcare provider, so that they can monitor your care. If you do not have a doctor or are unable to contact them, dial 2-1-1 for a referral to a provider. Other private COVID-19 testing may be available. Find a community testing site near you (e.g., Rite Aid, UCLA Health, UrgentMED, Exer Urgent Care, Quest) with theCalifornia for ALL Testing Tool.
Testing priority at County and LA City sites is given to those in the following groups:
People with the following symptoms: fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, new loss of taste or smell, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea.
People working or living in places such as skilled nursing facilities, group homes, residential care facilities, and persons experiencing homelessness.
Individuals experiencing homelessness.
People who were in close contact with someone with COVID-19.The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is advising people to get tested if they have been exposed to someone with a confirmed case of COVID-19.
And whether or not you get tested for COVID-19, remember:
If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, you need to isolate. Keep your physician informed on your symptoms and, especially if you are elderly or have an underlying health condition, seek medical care if your symptoms worsen. If you don’t have a physician, call 211 to get connected to one. And if you are having trouble breathing or have other severe symptoms, dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
If you were exposed to someone with a known infection, you need to quarantine for the full 14 days. A COVID-19 test should never be used as a way to end quarantine early. It will never do that.
The health officer orders are there to keep you and others safe, while still allowing society to reopen. A negative test cannot reassure you that you haven’t been exposed and won’t turn positive tomorrow. Don’t use a negative test as a “free pass” that allows others outside of your household to safely interact with you. It is not safe.
The Culver City Emergency Food Drive continues to accept donations to help those in need in Culver City.
With many neighbors in our community over the age of 65 and/or with underlying medical conditions, and neighbors who have lost their jobs, and don’t have the means to purchase and pickup groceries during the pandemic, we welcome your help! Let’s bridge that gap by being a neighbor that helps neighbors and donate non-perishable food items to those in need.
The requested non-perishable items are:
Rice, dried beans (pinto, black, lentil), pasta sauce, canned meat (Vienna sausages, spam, etc.), canned vegetables, canned fruit, rolled oats, low-sodium soups, freeze dried meats, fruits and vegetables, flour, chips and salsa, popcorn, honey, canned fruit juice, water.
Items that are most needed are canned vegetables and canned fruits, tuna, peanut butter and pasta.
Please drop off your non-perishable food items at any of the following locations or call the CERT Assistance Call Center at (310) 253-5545 to arrange a donation pick up from your doorstep by Bike Culver City.
Culver City Presbyterian Church 11269 Washington Blvd.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1 PM to 4 PM (enter through the courtyard)
Larsen Automotive 10707 Jefferson Blvd.
Hours : Monday-Friday 7:30 AM to 5 PM Saturday and Sunday 8 AM to 4 PM
Petco 5347 Sepulveda Blvd.
Hours: 10 AM to 6 PM Every day
Sorrento Italian Market 5518 Sepulveda Blvd.
Hours: Monday - Saturday 7 AM to 7 PM (Closed Tuesday) Sunday - 7 AM to 4 PM
If you or one of your neighbors are in need of food, please call the Culver City CERT Assistance Call Center at (310) 253-5545.
For more information, call Ira Diamond, Organizer, at (213) 309-4084 or Christine Parra, Culver City Emergency Coordinator, at (310) 253-5909.
FeedCulver
Culver City is an amazing community, and it’s pulling together to help those who are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. An example of this amazing community support and collaboration is FeedCulver. FeedCulver is a partnership between local restaurants, the Exchange Club, the Culver City Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Association, working with Mayor Göran Eriksson, Council Member Thomas Small, and local non-profits to prepare and distribute nourishing and nutritious meals to those in need in the Culver City community – and they need your support to make it happen.
How does it work? Local restaurants, led by Akasha, create and package meals, which are delivered to volunteer organizations each day to be distributed through their programs.
Who does this serve? FeedCulver distributes around 100 free meals per day to those in need in the Culver City community through local partners. Additionally, this program helps keep local businesses open and their employees working.
What can I do? Make a donation—buy a meal for a neighbor in need! Click here to donate to FeedCulver. All donations will be managed by the Exchange Club and the money will be used to cover the cost of food and preparation. Or, prepare food—do you own a restaurant or catering business? Contact FeedCulver about getting involved. Please note, due to stringent health requirements FeedCulver is not able to engage with home cooks at this time.
LA County Food Resources
Los Angeles County is committed to preventing hunger and ensuring access to food for all residents. The County is currently mobilizing a Countywide response to hunger by coordinating public agencies, nonprofits, and volunteers to provide meals to anyone in need during the weeks and months to come. LA County residents can visit the County COVID-19 website's food portal to receive or provide support at this critical time. The LA County portal connects those in need to those who can help. The food-insecure can find meal and voucher programs. Community organizations can find out how to connect people to the goods that are most needed.
Great Plates Delivered
Apply for LA County's Great Plates Delivered program before September 9th.
This program provides three free home-delivered meals a day from local restaurants to qualifying older adults and adults over 60 who are at high-risk of COVID-19. Great Plates Delivered not only helps LA County's most vulnerable residents, but helps get local restaurants, hospitality, and transportation industries back to work. To date, this program has provided 140,000 meals to 2,000 clients across LA County. Visit the Great Plates Delivered website for more information.
CalFresh
LA County wants to remind you that CalFresh food assistance is available. Food assistance is needed more than ever to help individuals and households who have just lost jobs, businesses, homes and other financial resources, as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis.
While LA County's Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) offices remain closed, DPSS experts are still open for business and are ready to assist you.
If you or someone you know has a non-emergency, non-medical need or question related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and you would like assistance, 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 or question. In an emergency, please dial 9-1-1.
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).
