City of Signal Hill E-Newsletter | July 2021 |
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Boxcar 7 performs at Concerts in the Park, July 14, 2021 |
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Greetings! welcome to the July City E-Newsletter. If you are a Gmail user, please move this message to your 'Primary" tab to be sure you don't miss an update! We always welcome suggestions and feedback, please e-mail social@cityofsignalhill.org. |
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Upcoming Dates, Meetings and Events
Saturday, July 24: View Park Groundbreaking Ceremony, 9:00 a.m. @ 1901 Creston Avenue
Monday, July 26: Movies in the Park, Sonic the Hedgehog, 6:30 p.m. @ Signal Hill Park
Tuesday, July 27: City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 28: Concerts in the Park, Scot Bruce, 6:30 p.m. @ Signal Hill Park
Tuesday, August 3: National Night Out & Concerts in the Park, Knyght Ryder, 6:30 p.m. @ Signal Hill Park
Tuesday, August 10: Library 2nd Anniversary Celebration, Time TBD, @ Signal Hill Public Library
Tuesday, August 10: City Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
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View Park Groundbreaking Ceremony: Saturday, July 24 |
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Please join us for the groundbreaking of View Park, located at 1901 Creston Avenue. Light refreshments will be served. Event parking is available at the Civic Center upper parking lot on Legion Drive. For more information, please call 562-989-7330. |
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Concerts in the Park and Movies in the Park |
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Concerts in the Park is back at Signal Hill Park on Wednesday nights in July and on Tuesday, August 3! Each concert begins at 6:30 p.m. Concerts in the Park is graciously presented by the Signal Hill Community Foundation. Please bring your own chairs, blankets, refreshments, and find a spot to enjoy the show! Please note that alcohol is not permitted in City parks.
- Wednesday, July 28: Scot Bruce
- Tuesday, August 3 (National Night Out): Knyght Ryder
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Movies in the Park returns on Monday, July 26 with Sonic the Hedgehog and again on Saturday, August 14 with Dolittle. Movies begin at dusk and refreshments and activities start at 6:30 p.m. Free popcorn is available and concessions are for sale. Thanks to Signal Hill Petroleum and the City of Long Beach for bringing this great event to Signal Hill Park, 2175 Cherry Avenue. For more information, please call 562-989-7330. |
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National Night Out is Tuesday, August 3 |
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The annual National Night Out is Tuesday, August 3, at 6:30 p.m. in Signal Hill Park. Please join the Signal Hill Police Department and the Signal Hill Police Foundation for an evening of camaraderie and community building! Bring the whole family to enjoy refreshments, games, crafts, and more while getting to know your local police department. Live entertainment will be provided by Knyght Ryder.
Signal Hill Park is located at 2175 Cherry Avenue. Parking is avaliable at the Civic Center lots on Legion Drive and also at the Signal Hill Public Library. For more information, please contact Lt. Kelli Crigler at kcrigler@signalhillpd.org.
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Masks Now Required Indoors in L.A. County, Regardless of Vaccination Status |
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Due to a significant local increase in COVID-19 transmission, everyone over the age of two who is medically able must wear masks in all L.A. County and Long Beach public indoor settings, including restaurants, grocery stores, retail stores, indoor businesses, and other similar settings.
The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is highly transmissible and is spreading, especially among those who are not vaccinated. Getting vaccinated and wearing a mask are the best things we can collectively do to stop COVID-19.
Please note that everyone also has to wear masks in the following settings:
- Public Transportation
- Hospitals
- Long-Term Care Facilities
- K-12 Schools and Childcare Facilities
- Congregate Shelters
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information |
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If you are already vaccinated, thank you! Please share your story with others to encourage them to receive the vaccine. Please consider getting a COVID-19 vaccine if you haven't yet and are able to receive one. If you aren’t vaccinated, you remain at considerable risk to become sick with COVID-19, particularly with the recent increase in positive cases. The key to stopping the pandemic is for us to reach a high enough level of immunity that the virus has nowhere else to go.
All L.A. County residents and workers 12 years old and up are eligible to receive a free COVID-19 vaccine. There are plenty of opportunities in our area to get vaccinated, and many do not require an appointment. Learn more on our website. Learn more about the vaccines from the CDC here.
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COVID-19 testing is an important tool to stop COVID-19 outbreaks, especially with the spread of the Delta variant. L.A. County Public Health recommends testing for anyone with signs or symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status or recent infection. Additionally, you should get tested if you are unvaccinated and you spend time indoors around a lot of people not wearing masks, whether you’ve had symptoms or not. Testing remains widely available across the county. Visit our website for more information.
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As of July 21, 2021:
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City of Signal Hill COVID-19 Cases To-Date: 1,181 (+ 3 % since June 21)
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L.A. County Cases To-Date: 1,273,390 (+ 2 % since June 21)
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State of California Cases To-Date: 3,772,440
Signal Hill Residents (16 and older) Vaccinated With At Least One Dose as of July 16, 2021: 6,727 (72.3%)
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COVID-19 Information and Resources |
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We will continue to keep the community up-to-date on the COVID-19 situation. For the latest news, case numbers, economic information and more, please visit our official COVID-19 web page at cityofsignalhill.org/coronavirus. You can also call the City of Signal Hill COVID-19 Information Hotline at 562-989-7392 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Small Business Survey: American Rescue Plan Act Funding |
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Calling all Signal Hill business owners! The City will be receiving American Rescue Plan Act funds from the federal government to support reopening and recovery efforts from the COVID-19 pandemic. The City Council would like to hear from our business community on how best to provide these funds to local businesses.
Please provide your input by taking a brief survey. Visit this link to access the survey. Your ideas and input will greatly assist us in ensuring the funds are distributed effectively.
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Please Save Water: Conservation is Critical |
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Please conserve water this summer. The City is currently under Level 1 Water Conservation. Watering or irrigating is allowed Tuesday and Thursday ONLY. With California experiencing its second consecutive dry year, coupled with the effects of climate change, drought planning and conservation must become part of our daily lives. You can help by doing the following:
- Look around your house for small leaks, which can be common. The average home has enough small leaks to waste nearly 10,000 gallons of water a year. Many are easy to fix yourself.
- Reduce watering of outdoor landscapes that causes runoff onto adjacent property, private and public walkways, roadways, or parking lots.
- Do not wash your vehicle with a hose, unless you are using a positive action shut-off nozzle.
- Track your water bill and meter to reduce water use.
- Turn off water when brushing teeth or shaving.
- Use dishwashers and washing machines with full loads only.
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Last Chance: Signal Hill Housing Element Survey |
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The City of Signal Hill is in the process of completing its 6th Cycle Housing Element. California law requires that all cities and counties update their Housing Element Plan to address housing needs for the community for all income levels, and we need your input. We'll be wrapping up the survey process soon, so don't wait. Make your voice heard and complete a quick survey on housing. Use the QR code or visit this link to take the survey. |
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Celebrate the Signal Hill Public Library's 2nd Anniversary |
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The Signal Hill Public Library is turning two years old! Celebrate with us on Tuesday, August 10. Daytime activities will include face painting, a balloon artist, tasty treats and more. Daytime event schedule is TBD. We will end the day with an evening reception immediately following the City Council meeting. For more information, please call 562-989-7330. |
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Signal Hill Public Library Summer Reading Program |
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“Reading Colors Your World!” is happening virtually through August 14, on the Signal Hill Public Library's website. The eight-week summer reading program is available to children, teens and adults. Participants can register online using the library’s digital summer reading platform, Beanstack. Beanstack is a web and mobile-friendly application that allows users to log their reading and activities, unlock prizes and discover new books. Scan this QR Code with your digital device to sign up.
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The Signal Hill Public Library is now open for regular business hours:
- Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sunday: Closed
Everyone must wear a mask while inside the library. The library continues to offer curbside services for books, DVDs, CDs, and audiobooks. Curbside hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Patrons must reserve items for pickup in advance. For information on how to reserve and pick up your items, please visit us at cityofsignalhill.org/library. You can also call 562-989-7330.
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Join the Senior Luau Lunch on Thursday, August 21 |
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The Community Services Department invites all Signal Hill seniors to a Luau Lunch on Thursday, August 26 at the Signal Hill Library Terrace, 1800 E. Hill Street. Doors open at 12:00 p.m. and lunch is served at 12:30 p.m.
Please RSVP by August 16 at 12:00 p.m. by calling 562-989-7330.
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Save the Date: Fall Mayor's Clean-Up is Saturday, October 30 |
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Save the date for the Fall Mayor's Clean-Up, set for Saturday, October 30! Stay tuned for details on the event. Check our social media, our website and the City E-Newsletter for updates as the date approaches. |
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SB 1383: Join the Fight Against Climate Change |
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As part of the fight against climate change, California is working to reduce organic waste in landfills. Decomposing organic waste is a major generator of greenhouse gases. SB 1383, the Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Act, requires a 50% reduction in the level of statewide disposal of organic waste by 2020 and a 75% reduction by 2025.
Beginning Fall 2021, all residents, businesses and multi-family dwellings will be required to join in the effort. Per State law, the City will adopt an Organics Ordinance that will implement a 3-container collection system for trash, recycling, and organics. Please see this presentation (PDF) from the June 22 City Council meeting. We will continue to release more information as it becomes available.
You can learn more about these laws at CalRecycle.CA.gov and contact EDCO at 562-597-0608 for more information.
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All Fireworks Are Prohibited in Signal Hill |
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ALL personal fireworks, even those deemed “Safe and Sane,” are illegal in the City of Signal Hill.
Please help us by reporting illegal fireworks within the City. Call Dispatch 24/7 at 562-989-7201. To help us best respond, we kindly ask that you call as soon as possible, and be able to provide as exact of a location as you can. We know that can be difficult, but we are legally unable to respond to fireworks discharged within Long Beach city limits.
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City Hall and Community Services Department Now Open |
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City Hall, the Community Services Department, and the City Yard are now accepting walk-in visitors. All visitors to City facilities must be in good health. All visitors over the age of two must wear a mask.
We continue to accept and encourage appointments. Customers with appointments will be prioritized. To make an appointment, please call 562-989-7300 and ask for the relevant department.
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2175 Cherry Avenue
Signal Hill, CA 90755
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Hours of Operation
Mon.-Thurs.: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fridays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Mayor:
Edward H.J. Wilson
Vice Mayor:
Keir Jones
Council Members:
Robert D. Copeland
Tina L. Hansen
Lori Y. Woods
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