MANAGEMENT SERVICES
LAS TUNAS TO BE REPAVED
The second phase of the Las Tunas Drive Repaving Project begins this week, spanning between Sultana and Baldwin Avenues. Repaving activities will occur through Oct. 23 between the hours of 9:30 p.m. and 6 a.m. One lane will be open in each direction during construction hours; however, on-street parking will not be available. For more info CLICK HERE
COVID-19 CONTINUITY PLAN UPDATE
Adopted in August, the COVID-19 Continuity Plan identifies the City's service goals and priority initiatives during the pandemic. For more information CLICK HERE. A report of accomplishments to date and a proposed work program for the next 60 days is now available: CLICK HERE. This reporting process will continue bimonthly and 30 days after the Governor lifts the COVID-19 state of emergency.
TRACK YOUR VOTE
Want to know where your vote is? LA County voters now have the option of tracking their ballot through the free Where’s My Ballot service. Voters can sign up for text, email and voice notifications—in different languages—alerting them to the status of their ballot: when it is mailed, received and most importantly, counted. To learn more: CLICK HERE.
SAMPLE BALLOTS ARE OUT
Check your mailboxes—the LA County Registrar-Recorder began to mail Official Sample Ballots last week. The sample ballot identifies the candidates and measures you can vote for on Election Day. If you haven’t received it by Oct. 13, you can request a sample e-ballot HERE
CITY CLERK
UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETING
At the October 6, 2020 City Council Meeting, the City Council will consider the following items: First reading and introduction of Series A Zoning Code Amendments, Permanent Housing Local Allocation Funding and Review of Continuity Report Update.
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 online HERE or on Youtube, ConnectwithTC. 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.
Please note that since the first Council meeting in November is on Election Day (November 3), the meeting will be moved to Wednesday, November 4th, 7:30 p.m.
For questions please contact the City Clerk's Office at (626) 285-2171 ext. 2316.
NOVEMBER GENERAL ELECTION
Important dates for the upcoming November 3, 2020 election:
Last day to register to vote LA County voters now have the option of tracking their ballot through the free Where’s My Ballot service. Voters can sign up for text, email and voice notifications—in different languages—alerting them to the status of their ballot: when it is mailed, received and most importantly, counted. To learn more, CLICK HERE
YOUTH COMMITTEE
Please visit the City’s website, CLICK HERE, for upcoming Youth Committee Monthly meeting agendas. For more information, email the City Clerk’s office at cityclerk@templecity.us.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
CITY EARNS $150,000 GRANT TO PREPARE A NEW HOUSING ELEMENT
This week the City was notified that it received a $150,000 grant to update its Housing Element from the State Housing and Community Development Department. This comes on the heels of another planning grant awarded to the City of $160,000 to create objective multi-family design standards. The much needed funds will allow the City to update its existing Housing Element which set goals and policies to provide housing for an eight-year period from 2012 to 2020. The new Housing Element will help the City set new policies to meet the expected housing demand from 2021 to 2029 and review new State housing laws to ensure the City is in full compliance. The Housing Element is a chapter of its General Plan and is the only element that must be updated with in a specific timeframe and is reviewed and certified by the State of California.
LOOKING FOR NEW APPLICANTS FOR THE TEMPORARY RESIDENTIAL RENTAL ASSISTANCE
Temple City has $90,000 available to support renters affected by COVID-19. The funding primarily comes from the Community Development Block Grant Program, with an additional amount allotted to the City through the federal CARES Act. The funds will be used to provide 30 households citywide with rent relief grants. Those applying for funding must meet federal income guidelines available HERE. Income-eligible households in Temple City that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19—including through job loss or reduced hours—may qualify for $3,000 rental-assistance grants. The funds will be disbursed in $1,000 installments over a three-month period to the landlord or property management company. Information on the temporary residential rental assistance programs is available HERE. Interest forms for rental assistance will be reviewed on a first-come, first served basis.
PARKS AND RECREATION
HALLOWEEN DRIVE-THRU TRICK OR TREATING EVENT
Join us as we celebrate Halloween in Temple City with a Trick-Or-Treating drive-thru event! On Saturday, October 31 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm a drive-thru experience will take place at the Bogue and Daines parking lots at Live Oak Park. As you drive through you will be treated to a festively themed ride with multiple candy stops along the way. This event is absolutely free to participate and all are encouraged to come! More information can be found HERE
HALLOWEEN DOOR DECORATING CONTEST
Temple City residents are invited to participate in the 2020 Halloween Door Decorating Contest and join the gouhlishly good fun. Show off your spooky spirit by decorating your front door, entry way, and/or porch for Halloween. Entry forms (free to participate) will be accepted through October 22, 2020. For a list of contest rules and to submit your entry form please CLICK HERE
CRAFT CLUB
Join the fun and get creative with specially themed crafts, tasty snack recipes, and awesome games via Zoom! Youth ages 6-12 years can register for one, two or three Craft Club sessions that take place on Friday nights from 5:30-7:30p.m beginning in October. Registration for each two-class session is $15 and includes a “Rec Pack” of crafting supplies, materials, snacks, and recipes. Rec Packs will be available via contactless pick-up at the Live Oak Community Center Annex located at 10144 Bogue Street. More information can be found HERE
RUNNING CHALLENGE
Ready, Set, Go!!! We are excited to introduce to the community our first Healthy TC event with the Running Challenge. Run or walk your way to a healthier you! Challenge your friends, walk or run with family, or try to beat your personal best time during the month of October through December. Select and complete one: 5K (3.1 miles), 10K course (6.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), or Full Marathon (26.2 miles). The $20.00 registration fee includes a Runner’s Swag Bag filled with: Marathon Bib, Runner's Log, Finisher Medal, Warm-Up Charts, Virtual Race Picture, and Temple City Sports Water Bottle. To register and for more information please CLICK HERE
HEALTHY TC
Welcome to Healthy Temple City where we strive for the community to Live Well and Be Active! The Parks & Recreation Department's new initiative promotes wellness for individuals and families in our diverse community through active programs and recreation. Our goal is to deliver innovative monthly programming empowering community wellness, fitness, and mental health. Free membership for Healthy Temple City is open to all community members and includes a free t-shirt upon enrollment. More information can be found at by CLICKING HERE
FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT
The Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to kick off the City’s brand new Family Trivia Night every second Thursday of the month. Family Trivia Night provides the opportunity to challenge your family and friends in a spirited game of trivia, covering a variety of topics. Games are best suited for kids over the age of 5, but all ages are welcome to attend the program on Zoom. Each monthly trivia night will have a main theme with three different categories ranging between 20-30 questions per round. After each category, winners will be announced and the top three finishers receive gift cards! It is absolutely free to participate in the City's monthly Family Trivia Night. Pre-registration is required for each monthly trivia night and the deadline to register is the day before the event. The next trivia night is animal kingdom themed and is on Thursday, November 12, 2020. More information and registration can be found by CLICKING HERE