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See past emails, local COVID-19 information, and Altadena resources:
Safer at Home Orders: Increased Public Health Measures
In a briefing on Thursday evening, March 19, Supervisor Kathryn Barger (joined by LA City Mayor Eric Garcetti, Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, and Pasadena Mayor Terry Tornek) announced the Safer at Home Order, which further restricts and limits gatherings of people and requires the closure of malls, shopping centers, playgrounds, and non-essential retail businesses. The Order is in effect immediately through April 19, 2020, subject to terms and conditions set forth within the Order.



Governor Newsom also issued an Executive Order to stay home except for essential needs until further notice.

See all ongoing Los Angeles County updates on COVID-19 at https://lacounty.gov/covid19/
Altadena Libraries Extend Building Closures and Close Parking Lot Gates
Following guidance from County and State Public Health officials, the Altadena Library District buildings will remain closed until April 19, 2020. To encourage residents to stay home during this time, the Main Library parking lot gate will also be closed.
Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation Updates
Out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with guidance from County and State officials, LA County Parks are implementing changes, including closing all playgrounds and fitness zones, limiting group congregation, closing park buildings, and more.

Altadena Farmers' Market Offers Online Ordering
C ommunity members can now shop from Altadena Farmers' Market vendors online for curbside pickup next week. From market organizers as of 10:30am on Friday, March 20: " Some of our farmers are really struggling, as their restaurant supply chain has come to a screeching halt. Your support is keeping them going, and keeping food from going to waste, instead of rotting in the fields."

Notice of Regulatory Relief to Support the Alcoholic Beverage Industry
In furtherance of Governor Newsom's emergency declarations and orders regarding the spread of COVID-19, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is temporarily suspending enforcement of specific legal prohibitions to assist the industry in dealing with the economic challenges it is facing as a result.

March ACONA Meeting Postponed
The March meeting of the Altadena Coalition of Neighborhood Associations (ACONA) has been postponed, but PowerPoints and materials from presenters on the agenda are posted on the ACONA website under the "Past Meeting Topics" tab. Presentations include:
  • An Altadena Library Update
  • Cyber Crime and Social Media
  • Leaf Blowers
Take Care of Your Mental Health During Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Self-Isolation
The American Psychological Association shared a list of coping strategies, digital tools, and resources to address the potential fear, anxiety, depression, frustration, or stigmatization that could arise with the ordered separations.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Disaster Distress Helpline
1-800-985-5990
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
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