City Manager Weekly Update
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We recently revamped our COVID-19 resource page. We added a Frequently Asked Questions section, so if you want the answers to these questions and more, then check it out:
https://bit.ly/3brAHjw
. As always, we still have links to resources for businesses, how to help/donate, where to find help, the newest recommendations from the County, and much more!
Have a question that isn’t on the page? Send your questions to Sonia Lee at
slee@losaltosca.gov
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Virtual Town Hall
We are excited to announce the second Virtual Town Hall this Wednesday, May 13 at 5:30pm. Mayor Jan Pepper and City Manager Chris Jordan will give a short status update on the City's response to the COVID-19 crisis and then they will answer questions from the public.
Click here to register for the webinar
. If you want to ask questions in advance, please email them to
tmarsden@losaltosca.gov
. We hope to see you there!
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Community Services Agency
The Community Services Agency (CSA) of Mountain View, Los Altos, and Los Altos Hills is here to help. CSA offers assistance with rent, utilities, and food for individuals on low incomes, seniors, and those affected by homelessness. Whether you are looking to volunteer or need support, we strongly encourage you to reach out:
Need Help?
Call (650) 968-0836 and please leave a message.
Volunteer:
If you are not in a high-risk category (age 65+ and/or having an underlying health condition) and wish to help with food distribution, please call (650) 964-4630.
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Community and Senior Connection Helplines
The City’s Recreation and Community Services’ launched two community helplines to assist Los Altos and Los Altos Hills residents with additional COVID-19 information and resources. If you are looking for technical help, transportation services, food assistance, or would just like someone to talk to, City staff and volunteers are available to answer questions and connect residents to the best support.
Senior Connection
is available Monday through Friday from 9AM to 1PM. Please call (650) 947-2797 to connect with City staff.
Community Connection
is available Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM. Please call (650) 947-2790 to connect with City staff.
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Sanitary Sewer Video Inspections
On Monday, May 11, the City Sanitary Sewer Video Inspection project will begin. The City’s contractor, Pipe and Plant Solutions, Inc. (PPSI), will be cleaning sewer main lines and performing video inspections in the southern part of Los Altos. Work at each location is expected to take no longer than a few hours. Video inspection of the City’s sanitary sewer pipes provides the City’s engineers with valuable information for each pipe segment, such as the structural integrity of pipe walls or the presence of fats, oils, and grease buildup within the system. This information will be used to prioritize future maintenance, repairs, and rehabilitation in the sewer system.
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Small Business Administration (SBA) webinar
The SBA webinar was a success! Thank you to everyone that attended. The City’s Economic Development Coordinator, Anthony Carnesecca, and featured speakers from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) local office, Dennis King and Kevin McClelland, discussed federal, state, and local loan and grant opportunities available to small business owners:
https://bit.ly/3cgd9yN
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Post Reach Codes Webinar Survey
Thank you to all the residents that attended the webinar. We created a new survey to update our original survey. We are looking for additional information about the Reach Codes that we felt was important input for the Environmental Commission. All of the responses from the previous survey will be cataloged and given to the Environmental Commission. We encourage residents to fill out the new survey, even if they filled out the first one. The survey is not supported on Safari so please use Chrome, Firefox, or Internet Explorer. You can take the survey here:
https://www.opentownhall.com/8789
Thank you for your responses!
Missed the webinar?
You can view it here
! We will be sending out a list of all the questions and their answers early next week to everyone that registered so be on the lookout for that.
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What Business Are Open?
WhatsOpenLosAltos.org
is a collaborative project of the City of Los Altos Economic Development team, Los Altos Chamber of Commerce, and Los Altos Village Association with the goal to provide support and guidance for all businesses in Los Altos. Residents can find ways to purchase food for takeout or delivery from restaurants as well as links to purchase gift cards or support the donation pages of non-essential businesses currently closed. If you own a business and would like to see your business listed, please send an email to
acarnesecca@losaltosca.gov
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Thank you to all of our residents who came out and gave blood! There were 48 appointments with a total of 29 donors. With a goal of 35 units, they managed to surpass it and received 38 units. These units will be used to save lives and help those affected by COVID-19. Thank you to everyone that came out!
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Over the last couple of weeks, the Los Altos community has banded together to bring light to a time of darkness. Mayor Jan Pepper concluded her recent letter to the community, "Los Altos, we are strong, and we will get this through together." We wholeheartedly believe that. The City is encouraging participation in various campaigns that we hope will bring comfort, happiness, and smiles. So, our neighbors know you are not alone, and we will get through this together.
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Virtual Recreation Center
Friends! Los Altos Recreation is excited to announce the launch of our Virtual Recreation Center! Los Altos Recreation continues to support maintaining your health and growth, now through captivating virtual classes. We are offering fun activities and exercises you can do at home with your friends and family. Be sure to check back daily for new activities! Follow us @LosAltosRec on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for updates on ways to engage and hashtag #LosAltosFunAtHome in your pictures to show us what you’re up to. Visit us at
losaltosca.gov/virtualrec
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Community Cheering
The LEAD 2020 Class is promoting a growing campaign that started in the east coast. The communities are showing their appreciation of their essential workers by enthusiastically "Clapping and Cheering" every evening at 7pm from their windows and front yards. LEAD is encouraging the community of Los Altos to start this tradition starting this Friday at 7pm.
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City of Los Altos | (650) 947-2700 | www.losaltosca.gov
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