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San Gabriel's popular annual summer entertainment series returns with free concerts, movies and a beach-themed block party, providing residents and guests with plenty of family-friendly fun and free experiences to enjoy on southern California's cool summer nights.
The summer series will kick off with the city’s annual block party “Surf’s Up - Summer Kick Off” in the Mission District. Mission Drive in the historic district will make way for beach-themed festivities and turn into a family-friendly street party on Thursday, June 16 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature a live concert filled with Beach Boys tribute tunes by Woody & The Longboards; food trucks offering a variety of delicious bites; as well as fun games and activities for children. A beer and wine garden by L.A. favorite PEZ Cantina will also offer beer, wine and margaritas available for purchase by adults looking for a refreshing sip.
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Budget season is still going on! Major projects that are on the table for next fiscal year's budget are:
- Annual Streets Program for preventive maintenance, asphalt overlays or reconstruction on poor-condition streets
- Constructing and installing pedestrian and bicyclist safety improvements along Las Tunas Drive
- Installing fiber optics that connect adaptive traffic signals along Valley Blvd. and San Gabriel Blvd.
- Improvements to the Smith Park pool facility
Click here to view the proposed budget.
These improvement projects and the proposed budget will be discussed at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. If you are unable to join us in person, you can view the livestream on our YouTube channel or on Spectrum channel 3.
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As the number of COVID-19 cases, outbreaks at worksites, and test positivity rate continue to increase, LA County's Economic and Workforce Development branch has partnered with PPE Unite to distribute free personal protective equipment to local small businesses, non-profits, and social enterprises.
Businesses can get free supplies of N95 masks, 3-ply surgical masks, COVID-19 test kits and hand sanitizer to be safer at work. For information, visit PPE Unite. To learn more about the latest LA County Health Officer, visit here.
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LA County Department of Public Health continues to support COVID-19 services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. They are offering in-home COVID-19 vaccine services for homebound residents.
Residents who are interested in booking this service can call the County's vaccine call center at 833-540-0473 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Information is also available in multiple languages 24/7 by calling 211. For more information, visit VaccinateLACounty.com or VacunateLosAngeles.com (Spanish).
To make your appointment online, click here.
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The San Gabriel Valley Humane Society is hosting a yard and bake sale on Sunday, June 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 851 E. Grand Avenue. Proceeds will benefit the organization and provide care to animals in need.
Items available for sale include:
- Dog and cat toys
- Collars and leashes
- Harnesses
- Clothes and dog jackets
- Cat sacks
- Household items
- Small electronics
- Puzzles
- Beds, small furniture and more
Treats and baked goods for humans are also available for purchase including cookies, candied pecans, donuts and a variety of pastries.
To learn more about the San Gabriel Valley Human Society, click here.
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- 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.
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Watch a replay of the May 17 City Council meeting, which included a proclamation for mental health awareness month and an annual update from the San Gabriel Community Development Department regarding 2021 performance metrics, housing trends in San Gabriel and an update on Economic Development programs.
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Watch a replay of the May 24 Human Equity, Access and Relations Commission meeting.
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