City Manager Weekly Update
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Community Pictures
We are looking for pictures from the community about ways we are pulling together. We want to use these pictures on our social media pages, videos, and other content to reflect everything our community is doing. If you see something in the community, please take a picture and send it to us at
slee@losaltosca.gov
. From holiday lights to chalk drawings, we are looking for anything that brings the community together.
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Can I exercise at our parks? Should I wear a face mask? Where are hot meals being served in Los Altos?
We recently revamped our COVID-19 resource page! W
e 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, w
e 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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Can I Use My Landscaper?
Landscapers may only provide services necessary to maintain the sanitation, habitability, or operation of residences or businesses, or for safety reasons. They may not provide services that are cosmetic or for general upkeep. Private residents may landscape their own property, including cosmetic upkeep (assuming they are following the COVID-19 guidelines).
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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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Los Altos High School Students Helping Seniors with Groceries
A group of Los Altos high school students are helping seniors with grocery delivery. This service is completely free (except for reimbursement for the groceries) and seniors can sign up easily. This is a great way for seniors to get groceries without leaving their home. If you are interested,
fill out your information here.
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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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Reach Codes Information Webinar
The City of Los Altos is considering the adoption of a mandate that requires all-electric appliances for new construction (i.e. reach codes). We are hosting an informational webinar about what reach codes are, what they apply to, and why the City is considering them on Tuesday, April 29th at 7pm.
Sign up for the webinar here!
During this webinar, residents will have the chance to ask questions concerning the reach codes to their Environmental Commissioners and City staff. We are also hosting an online survey to gather residential input so
visit us here! If you have any questions prior to the webinar, email them to Trevor Marsden:
tmarsden@losaltosca.gov
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Santa Clara County Foothill Expressway Widening Project
The first phase of Santa Clara County's Foothill Expressway Widening Project started on Monday, April 13. During the shelter in place order, construction will occur weekdays, 7:00AM – 5:30PM, and possibly on some Saturdays from 9:00AM - 3:00PM. Most of the construction activities will take place in the coned off construction zone but at times temporary lane closures may be required.
Throughout Phase 1 (April 13 - July 1, 2020), the Northbound and Southbound Foothill Expressway free right turns onto El Monte will be permanently closed. Right turns will occur at the traffic signal.
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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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Business Resources – UPDATED
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Personal Emergency Preparedness Class
Sheltering in place is a good time to improve your emergency preparedness planning and strengthen your family’s earthquake kit. Denise Gluhan of the Los Altos Hills County Fire District will present a free class via webinar for our community! When disaster strikes, it may be days before emergency medical, police and fire arrive in your neighborhood. This class will help you prepare to be self-sufficient for days after an area-wide emergency. Learn about local emergency disaster preparedness, writing a family emergency communications plan, making an emergency kit, fire safety, and more.
Please select 1 of the 2 class dates, and register in advance for the webinar. (Note: if this is your first RingCentral webinar, please allow a little extra time for the software to configure.)
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Emergency Preparedness Webinar
You’re invited to join us for a free
Emergency Preparedness Check-Up webinar
with Captain Gluhan. We’ll check your “emergency preparedness IQ” and review some preparedness basics.
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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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Lights for Life
Holiday lights bring with them comfort, cheeriness, and a sense of community. During our Lights for Life campaign, we want to encourage our residents to rehang their winter decorations, especially house lights! If you hang your lights, make sure to post a picture on social media with the #LightUpLosAltos and the City will repost your pictures!
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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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Things To Do
Stuck at home with your family? The City of Los Altos is here to provide a list of fun activities that you can do by yourself or with your family. From live streams of museums and zoos to educational games for children, we include a variety of options.
View a full list here
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Activity Of The Day
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City of Los Altos | (650) 947-2700 | www.losaltosca.gov
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