Response to This Week's Incidents; Water Conservation Begins June 1

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Response to This Week's Incidents

We are deeply saddened by this week’s senseless acts of violence in Uvalde, Texas, and across the country. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all affected by these tragedies.

While there is no current threat to our local schools, the San Gabriel Police Department has stepped up patrols in and around our schools beginning today through the remainder of the school year, as an added measure of safety and security. SGPD’s School and Community Engagement Team as well as the Patrol and specialized assignment units will be focused on providing a highly visible police presence for our schools representing the San Gabriel Unified School District and Garvey School District.

We would also like to remind you to stay vigilant and, if you notice suspicious activity, say something. As always, the San Gabriel Police Department can be reached at (626) 308-2828, or you can report a tip anonymously at (800) 222-TIPS. For emergencies, call 911.

We stand with victims of violence.

Join the Fight to Conserve Water

New water-saving measures will be in effect beginning June 1, to help combat water supply shortage in California. Your water company should have or will be sharing details of your outdoor watering restrictions directly.

For an overview of restrictions, tips on how to water outdoors as well as conservation programs and resources, please visit our water conservation page or click on the below:

Below are a few programs that can help conserve water at home and businesses:

Residential Landscape Irrigation Retrofit Program - A free program that provides our residential customers with an evaluation and retrofit of their existing irrigation system. Includes new high efficiency sprinkler heads, one weather-based irrigation controller and minor repairs to the existing irrigation system.

Commercial Irrigation Retrofit Program - A free program that provides our commercial customers with an evaluation and retrofit of their existing irrigation system. Includes new high efficiency sprinkler heads, weather-based irrigation controllers and minor repairs to the existing irrigation system.

Create Your Garden Program - An assisted residential do-it-yourself program to replace front yard lawns with a drought tolerant garden. Includes at no cost, custom plans from a professional landscaper, supplies to help remove the existing turf, as well as free plants and mulch to create a water-friendly landscape. Customers also receive training on proper installation and garden maintenance to ensure the new garden remains healthy.

High-Efficient Toilet Program - A program for all customers with existing toilets manufactured before 1995 or have a flush rating of greater than 1.6 gallons per flush are eligible to receive new high efficiency toilets at no cost.

To learn more about the governor's executive order, click here.

Fire Department Annual Update

The San Gabriel Fire Department shared a departmental update at the May 3 City Council meeting, touching on the details of the Fire Department’s rescue operations, achievements, goals, and efficiency in delivering fire safety and emergency medical services.

Recent highlights include:

Received a Class 2 Rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO) which alleviated the cost of insurance for businesses and homeowners
Deployed first ever 24/7 Mental Health Counseling and Crisis Intervention Program with professionals specifically trained to assist first responders
Upgraded fire apparatus including a new rescue ambulance and thermal-imaging cameras for better efficiency during rescue operations
Provided in-depth training with first ever San Gabriel Fire Academy for new hires and San Gabriel Fire Captains Academy

To see the complete report and to learn more, please click here.

COVID-19 Boosters Now Available for Kids Aged 5-11

Pfizer Boosters are now available for children aged 5-11 at all LA County vaccination sites.

This past month, COVID-19 cases increased by 264% among this age group (compared to 116% increase for adults 18-49). Eligible children are encouraged to get boosted ahead of summer and holiday travel for added protection.

To find a location and more information, visit VaccinateLACounty.com or call 833-540-0473.

Enjoy a Performance of Annie Jr. This Friday

Temple City Performing Arts presents the musical Annie Jr. this Friday, May 27 at 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse. Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Annie Jr. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.

To purchase tickets, click here. To purchase tickets in person, visit the Playhouse box office on Thursdays 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. or on the day of show starting at 3:00 p.m.

Memorial Day - City Hall will be closed on May 30 and will reopen on May 31 at 8:00 a.m.
San Gabriel Valley Humane Society Yard Sale - Sunday, June 12
Surf's Up - Thursday, June 16

Please stay tuned for more information in the upcoming weeks.

City Council Meeting - May 17, 2022

Watch a replay of the May 17 City Council meeting, which included a proclamation for mental health awareness month and an annual update regarding 2021 performance metrics, housing trends in San Gabriel and an update on Economic Development programs from the San Gabriel Community Development Department.

HEAR Commission Meeting - May 24, 2022

Watch a replay of the May 24 Human Equity, Access and Relations Commission meeting.

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