MANAGEMENT SERVICES
L.A. COUNTY REOPENING ANNOUNCEMENT
LA County officials have announced that nail salons, bars and other businesses can reopen, as long as they implement infection control protocols: CLICK HERE
This comes on the heels of Governor Newsom’s announcement that requires all Californians to wear face mask coverings while in public or in high-risk settings: CLICK HERE
TC'S FIRST VIDEO CONTEST!
Are you a budding filmmaker? A TikTok master? A whiz with your smartphone’s camera? Enter #TempleCity’s first video contest! Send in videos (30 seconds or shorter) on the importance of wearing facemasks. Not only are there prizes at stake, but your video might help save lives. Remember, that together, #WeGotThisTC. For details CLICK HERE
CITY CLERK
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
At the July 7 Council Meeting, the City Council will consider the following items: Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting actions, review the General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2019, Adoption of Economic Recovery Plan, Extension of Planning Entitlements and receive the first reading of the Zoning Code Text Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units.
To view the full agenda CLICK HERE
ONLINE COUNCIL MEETINGS
A reminder that members of the public can participate in the teleconference Council meetings by following the instructions stated on the meeting agenda. Members of the public can listen to the meeting audio livestream by CLICKING HERE. Requests to speak during “Public Comment” will be accepted by email to cityclerk@templecity.us before and during the meeting, prior to the close of public comment on an item. Efforts will be made to read written comments received before the end of the meeting. Comments that are not read into the record will be made part of the record. Lengthy public comment may be summarized in the interest of time.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COVID-19 RELIEF PROGRAM
The City Council approved two COVID-19 relief programs using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
The City Council set aside $215,840 for a Temporary Rental Assistance Program providing financial support to low- and moderate-income households that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is intended for renters that, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, have had a reduction of hours, temporarily laid off, or lost their job. The program is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The first step is filling out the interest form located HERE. Once staff has reviewed the interest form and determined that you meet the initial requirements, a city staff member will contact you to proceed with the next step in filling out the application and submitting the required documentation. The income limits for this program can be found below. For more information about the program, visit the COVID-19 grants website.
The City Council reserved $323,760 for a Small Business Assistance Program providing financial support for businesses with 25 employees or less, including the owner. The program is intended to assist businesses with a grant up to $10,000 to be used on employee salaries, rent, utilities, service updates relating to COVID-19 (e.g., build or improve website for online sales), COVID-19 related equipment (e.g., personal protective equipment), or other COVID-19 related expenses determined by city staff. The business must retain one employee or create one position for an employee that lives in a household that does not exceed the income limits below. The first step is filling out the interest form located HERE. Eligible applicants will be contacted to fill out an application and submit required documentation. The city will be performing an audit to ensure funds are spent in accordance to federal regulations. Any ineligible use of the grant funds will be required to be paid back to the city. For more information about the program, visit the COVID-19 grants website.
2020 Annual Household Income Limits
PARKS AND RECREATION
ROCKET LEAGUE REGISTRATION EXTENDED
The Rocket League is a 3 v 3 video soccer game held in a virtual arena. It features rocket-powered cars playing in a challenging, fast-paced contest with elements of a demolition derby. The league welcomes individuals ages 10 years and older of all skills levels to participate this summer. The league is scheduled to begin on July 16 and run for 7 weeks. The fee is $10 per player. Registration is now open through Friday, July 10. For more information and to register CLICK HERE
VIRTUAL SUMMER DAY CAMP
The Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to introduce a NEW Virtual Summer Day Camp that combines the best activities from our summer day and all-sports camps into one location...your living room! Children ages 5-14 years old will experience a variety of daily engaging, creative, educational, and sports activities online.
The Virtual Summer Camp will be led by Recreation staff Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with weekly sessions starting July 13 through August 21. Registration is $35 per week, which includes a "Rec Pack" of camp supply materials that will be made available with contactless pickup (drive-through pickup instructions will be provided after registration). Registration starts soon!
MORE MICROSOFT ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS ADDED
The Temple City Parks & Recreation Department has partnered with Microsoft to offer free comprehensive virtual learning workshops for youth and adults. The workshops, which began in mid-May, continue to be offered weekly with new classes added for July. Topics remaining include digital photography, virtual tours of museums, fundamentals and Word and Excel, and much more! For a complete list of workshops and registration information CLICK HERE
2020 VIRTUAL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
The Temple City Summer Concert Series is going virtual in 2020. This year’s series will run for four weeks beginning on July 8, 2020 through July 29, 2020. In place of the traditional on-site concert, we will bring the bands to you where you can enjoy them from the comfort of your home. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms at 7:00pm. Concerts will premiere on the City’s social media platforms.
July 8, 2020 – Sgt. Peppers (Beatles Tribute)
July 15, 2020 – The Country Club Band featuring Amanda Kate (High Energy Country)
July 22, 2020 – Cold Duck (Top 40’s)
July 29, 2020 – Soto (Latin, Funk and R&B)