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Coronavirus / COVID-19 Information FOUNTAIN VALLEY
The City of Fountain Valley is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to adhere to the Governor Newsom’s orders and Orange County Health Officer’s orders and recommendations. Below are some resources and actions the City has taken. We will continue to evaluate and update as more information developed at the state and federal level.
Click Here for the latest OC Health Officer’s Orders & Recommendations - Revised December 17, 2020
COVID-19 VACCINATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)
COVID-19 VACCINATION FAQ - VIETNAMESE
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
RESOURCES
The state has launched a new, user-friendly data portal at update.covid19.ca.gov that tracks COVID-19 cases statewide and by county, gender, age and ethnicity. The portal also outlines statewide hospitalizations and testing efforts. The data presented on the portal will be updated daily and will include additional information as it is available.
Meal Program for Children - Fountain Valley School District
Update on Unemployment Benefits
Workers that were traditionally excluded from unemployment benefits such as gig workers, self-employed, and independent contractors may be eligible. The federal stimulus bill provides for up to $600 on top of the state benefit of $450 per week. Apply at www.edd.ca.gov and review the COVID-19: Unemployment Insurance Claims page.
Property Tax Update
Although the property tax payment deadline is still April 10, taxpayers due to adverse impact of COVID-19 can submit a form to the County for a waiver on penalties, fees, and interest. For more information, please visit ttc.ocgov.com.
Income Tax Update
Tax Day for Individuals Extended to May 17, 2021
Both the Franchise Tax Board and Internal Revenue Service have pushed back the filing deadline to July 15 for income taxes. More information is available with the Franchise Tax Board and the Internal Revenue Service.
- Orange County's Distribution Plan
- California's Vaccine Plan & General Information
- Vaccines Administered in OC
- Volunteer Registration to Assist with Vaccine Distribution
- Orange County's COVID-19 Vaccine News
- COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs
- COVID-19 Vaccine Fact Sheet
- Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine
- Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
- How CDC is Making COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations
2020 Tax Year Extension 3-17-2021
Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Help Bolster State's Vaccination Efforts 1-27-2021
Public Health Officials Lift Regional Stay at Home Order for all Regions 1-25-2021
CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the US 1-12-2021
Travel Advisory 1-6-2021
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program 12-30-2020
Governor Newsom Announces Statewide Expansion Notify, a Smart Phone Tool Designed to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Regional Stay-At-Home Order 12-3-2020
Limited Stay at Home Order 11-19-2020
Governor Newsom Announces New Immediate Actions to Curb COVID-19 Transmission 11-16-2020
CDPH Guidance for the Prevention of COVID-19 Transmission for Gatherings 11-13-2020
Travel Advisory 11-13-2020
State Officials Release Guidance for Safer Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Celebrations During COVID-19 10-13-2020
Guidance for Small Cohorts/Groups of Children and Youth 08-25-2020
State Releases Youth Sports Guidance 08-03-2020
Outdoor Guidelines for Hair Salons and Personal Care Services 07-20-2020
Governor Announced Closure of Indoor Operations 07-13-2020
Guidance on Closure of Sectors in Response to COVID-19 7-1-2020
Guidance for the Use of Face Coverings 6-18-2020
California Public Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update 6-5-2020
2020 Tax Year Extension 3-17-2021
Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Help Bolster State's Vaccination Efforts 1-27-2021
Public Health Officials Lift Regional Stay at Home Order for all Regions 1-25-2021
CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the US 1-12-2021
Travel Advisory 1-6-2021
California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program 12-30-2020
Governor Newsom Announces Statewide Expansion Notify, a Smart Phone Tool Designed to Slow the Spread of COVID-19
Regional Stay-At-Home Order 12-3-2020Limited Stay at Home Order 11-19-2020
Governor Newsom Announces New Immediate Actions to Curb COVID-19 Transmission 11-16-2020
CDPH Guidance for the Prevention of COVID-19 Transmission for Gatherings 11-13-2020
Travel Advisory 11-13-2020
State Officials Release Guidance for Safer Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Celebrations During COVID-19 10-13-2020
Guidance for Small Cohorts/Groups of Children and Youth 08-25-2020
CDPH Announces Most Counties Can Reopen Barbershops and Hair Salons with Modifications 05-24-2020
The public can reach out to Governor's Office of Constituent Affairs for questions related to the Stay at Home Order, click here. 05-21-2020
The state has launched a new, user-friendly data portal at update.covid19.ca.gov that tracks COVID-19 cases statewide and by county, gender, age and ethnicity. The portal also outlines statewide hospitalizations and testing efforts. The data presented on the portal will be updated daily and will include additional information as it is available.
Four New Sites Increase COVID-19 Testing - The State of California and the COVID-19 Testing Task Force have joined together with OptumServe in a partnership to expand COVID-19 testing services in California. 05-13-2020
California moved into Stage 2 of modifying the state’s Stay-at-Home order on May 8, 2020. 05-08-2020
Governor Newsom announced Friday, April 24 the launch of a first-in-the-nation "Restaurants Deliver: Home Meals for Seniors" partnership with counties, cities, and Tribes - 04.24.2020
California’s Insurance Commissioner Ordered Insurance Companies to Return Insurance Premiums and Frequently Asked Questions - 04.13.2020
California Public Health Officials Release Guidance on Use of Cloth Face Coverings - 04.01.2020
Assistance for Renters
The Governor signed an executive order that placed a moratorium on all residential evictions through May 31, 2020. 03-27-2020
Assistance for Homeowners
If your home mortgage is through a credit union, state chartered bank, JP Morgan Chase, US Bank, Wells Fargo, or Citigroup, the Governor has negotiated a mortgage payment relief program for 90 days. To learn more, or to see if your lender is participating, please visit this link. Homeowners should prepare documents related to the financial hardship to help expedite the qualification process.
Employment Opportunities
The Governor announced a new website, www.onwardca.org that will help match those looking for a job with employers looking to hire. Please visit www.onwardca.org to help you upskill, reskill, or refresh and help you land a great new job.
Assistance for Small Businesses Payroll Protection Program
One of the key components of the recent federal stimulus bill is the Paycheck Protection Program. Any business with less than 500 employees, private non-profit organizations, 501(c)(19) veterans organizations, and sole proprietors, independent contractors, and self-employed individuals can apply for a loan to cover payroll costs for 8 weeks. Generally, the loan will be forgiven if certain terms and conditions are met. To learn more or to apply, click here. You will need to apply for the program with your financial institution. Bank of America and JP Morgan Chase have applications live. Please review the sample application to gather all information and documents to make applying for the program easier.
Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advance and Small Business Debt Relief
In addition, the Small Business Administration also is providing Economic Injury Disaster Loan Advance and Small Business Debt Relief.
Free Deferral of Sales and Use Tax up to $50,000
If your business collects sales and use taxes, you may be eligible for a free deferral for a year up to $50,000 for businesses less than $5 million in taxable sales. Visit the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration for more information.
90-Day Extension on All Businesses Filing a Sales and Use Tax Return
If your business collects sales and use taxes and file a return less than $1 million, you will have an additional three months to file your return, between now and July 31, 2020. If you qualify for this extension, it is automatic and you do not need to apply. Visit the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration for more information.
California Small Business Loan Guarantee Program
The Governor announced that he has authorized the California Small Business Loan Guarantee Program of up to $50 million in state funding, providing potential capital for individuals who do not qualify for federal funds. Visit the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank for more information.
Notice of Regulatory Relief
Pursuant to the Constitution of the State of California, Article XX, Section 22, and in furtherance of Governor Newsom’s emergency declarations and orders regarding the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is temporarily suspending enforcement of specific legal prohibitions. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) has granted temporary waivers for off-site consumption imposed through Type 41 and 47 alcohol licenses: https://www.abc.ca.gov/notice-of-regulatory-relief/. This allows those restaurants WITH licenses to provide alcohol service along with to-go meals and via drive-thru windows.
Governor Gavin Newsom’s Stay at Home Order, https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/ - 03.19.2020
Fountain Valley is tracking California’s updated coronavirus recommendations announced March 15 by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Here is a summary:
Bars, craft breweries, nightclubs, wineries and wine bars: recommended to close, presumably through March 31 in accordance with the governor’s public gatherings direction from March 11. The March 31 date could be extended. This will impact craft breweries, bars, wine bars and related businesses in Fountain Valley.
Restaurants: recommended to stay open but limit occupancy by half and allow more space among patrons. Restaurants should also lean on delivery services as much as possible.
Seniors 65 and older and those with chronic medical conditions: recommended to stay at home and minimize contact with others as much as possible through at least March 31.
Homeless: the state of California is looking at potentially using hotels and motels as temporary shelters for those on the streets statewide. There is no clear direction, and the state is aware of local concerns, including potentially having these spaces as needed for patients.
Grocery stores, drugstores, health services providers and other essential services: remain open and continue operations as usual.
To help understand what this means, these guidelines are state recommendations, not mandates, but come with strong urging and expectation of being followed by the governor’s office and the California Department of Public Health.
To help understand what this means, these guidelines are state recommendations, not mandates, but come with strong urging and expectation of being followed by the governor’s office and the California Department of Public Health.
County of Orange Opens COVID-19 Mobile Clinic Site at Christ Cathedral 3-10-2021
Orange County Achieves First Week of Improved COVID-19 Metrics 3-10-2021
Outdoor Sport Competitions May Resume with Modifications in Orange County on Friday, February 26, 2021 2-25-2021
Disneyland Resort Super POD Site to Close Temporarily 2-18-2021
Anaheim Convention Center POD 2-18-2021
Emergency Rental Assistance Program for Orange County Renters 2-01-2021
Emergency Rental Assistance Program for Orange County Renters - Vietnamese 2-01-2021
State of California Moves County of Orange to Purple Tier Effective Immediately 1-25-2021
County of Orange Adds Second Regional COVID-19 Vaccine Super POD Site 1-20-2021
County Health Officer Opens COVID-19 Vaccine to Residents Ages 65 and Older 1-12-2021
County of Orange Announces First Regional COVID-19 Super POD at Disneyland Resort 1-11-21
County of Orange Activates Incident Management Team, Plans for Regional COVID-19 Vaccine Supersites 1-7-2021
State Regional Stay-at-Home Order Extension 12-29-2020
Orange County Vaccination Timeline 12-24-2020
County of Orange Health Officer's Orders and Strong Recommendations 12-17-2020
OC Health Care Agency Deploys Mobile Field Hospitals to Help Alleviate COVID-19 Burden on the Local Health Care System 12-15-20
County of Orange Expands At-Home, Saliva-Based COVID-19 Testing to All Orange County Residents 12-8-2020
County of Orange Prepares for First Allocation of COVID-19 Vaccine 12-8-2020
Southern California Region Impacted by State’s Regional Stay at Home Order
Residents, Businesses and Events Must Comply Within 24 Hours Today 12-05-2020
OC Board of Supervisors Announce Grant Program to Support Local Restaurants Providing Outdoor Dining 11-18-2020
State of California Moves County of Orange to More Restrictive Purple Tier Effective Immediately 11-16-2020
County of Orange Social Services Agency Announces Approval of Hot Food Waiver for CalFresh Clients Through November 22, 2020 11-4-2020
County of Orange Moves to Red Tier, Re-Opens More of Orange County 09-08-2020
Back2Business Initiative: Outdoor Edition 08-28-2020
County of Orange Adds Second Supersite to Its COVID-19 Testing Arsenal 08-25-2020
County of Orange Launches SafeDineOC COVID-Safe Restaurant Campaign 08-06-2020
State Releases Youth Sports Guidance 08-04-2020
County of Orange Announces Second Round of Funding to Support Small Businesses Impacted By COVID-19 07-31-2020
Amended Orders and Strong Recommendations of the County of Orange Health Officer 07-14-2020
County of Orange Significantly Ramps Up Testing Capacity With Private-Public Partnership 07-14-2020
Youth Sports Practices Postponed in Orange County Due to New State Guidance 07-9-2020
County of Orange-Operated Beaches to Close July 4-5 07-02-2020
Several Business Sectors Close in Orange County, CA Due to COVID-19 07-1-2020
Youth Sports Practices Re-Open in Orange County 6-15-2020
New Amended Orders and Strong Recommendations of the County of Orange Health Officer 6-11-2020
County of Orange Provides Clarification for Local Businesses After State Issues New Guidance for Reopening Additional Industries 6-5-2020
Amended Orders and Strong Recommendations of the County of Orange Health Officer 05-28-2020
Cloth Face Covering Required 5-24-2020
County of Orange quick and easy Q & A to help businesses navigate reopening.
County of Orange Moves Into Stage Two of California’ s Resiliency Roadmap 05-23-2020
County of Orange Launches BACK2BUSINESS Initiative to Help Small Businesses Meet Social Distancing Guidelines 05-23-2020
Case Investigation and Contact Tracing - COVID-19 case investigation and contact tracing is underway with public health professionals from the OC Health Care Agency. 05-19-2020
Four New Sites Increase COVID-19 Testing - The State of California and the COVID-19 Testing Task Force have joined together with OptumServe in a partnership to expand COVID-19 testing services in California. 05-13-2020
County of Orange Press Release - The OC Board of Supervisors voted to reopen parking lots at all County regional and wilderness parks on May 16. 05-13-2020
HCA Press Release - Certain Employees at Some Essential Businesses Must Wear Face Coverings Effective Friday, April 24 04-21-2020
HCA Press Release - OC Health Care Agency Announces Launch of the OC COVID-19 Testing Network 04-21-2020
Orange County Golf Course Guidance 04-21-2020
EOC Press Release #50 - COVID-19 Public Information Hotline to Close April 18 04-17-2020
EOC Press Release #47 - County Health Officer Reminds Residents to Call 9-1-1 in an Emergency 04-13-2020
EOC Press Release #45 - Property Taxes Due Friday - Three Payment Options 04-9-2020
EOC Press Release #43 - Orange County Health Officer Issues Face Covering Recommendation for Essential Businesses 04-9-2020
EOC Press Release #42 - Orange County Surpasses 1,000 Reported COVID-19 Cases 04-08-2020
EOC Press Release #40 - Second Installment Property Tax Payment Deadline and Penalty Filings 04-07-2020
EOC Press Release #37 - COVID-19 Hotline Hours to Change April 4 04-03-2020
EOC Press Release #36 - County to Follow California State Guidelines for Wearing Face Coverings in Public 04-02-2020
EOC Press Release #35 - Orange County Community Services Implements Economic & Business Recovery Call Center, click here for resourcess. 03-30-2020
EOC Press Release #34 - State of California Health Order Remains in Effect Throughout Orange County 03-30-2020
EOC Press Release #32 - County Releases City Data of Reported COVID-19 Cases, https://occovid19.ochealthinfo.com/coronavirus-in-oc 03-27-2020
EOC Press Release #30 - Toll Free Hotline for COVID-19 is 1-833-426-6411. 03-27-2020
EOC Press Release #24 - Closure of OC Parks Areas 03-24-2020
EOC Press Release #21 - Text Message Alerts 03-23-2020
EOC Press Release #14 - What OC Residents Should Know about State Public Health Order 03.19.2020
Amended County Health Order - Revised 03.18.2020
EOC Press Release #08 - County Health Order 03.17.2020
EOC Press Release #07 - Public Health Order 03.17.2020
Restaurants Deliver: Home Meals for Seniors
California Department of Public Health COVID-19 Resource Page – This page has the most up to date and official State of California information, cases, data, tips and more from the state of California.
Superior Courts of California, Orange County - Court closure due to COVID-19 (03.20.2020)
http://www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus - The Health Referral Line is taking questions from the community about COVID-19 daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (800) 564-8448
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Immunization/nCOV2019.aspx
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/New-Release-2020.aspx
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/situation-reports/
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/Gathering_Guidance_03.11.20.pdf - CDPH Guidance Document
https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/11/california-public-health-experts-mass-gatherings-should-be-postponed-or-canceled-statewide-to-slow-the-spread-of-covid-19/ - Governor’s Statement (03.11.2020)
February 5, 2021
Small Business Emergency Relief Grant Program Round Two
January 28, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccination Frequently Asked Questions
January 18, 2021
Vaccine Now Available to OC Residents Ages 65+ Through Online Appointment System
January 13, 2021
December 15, 2020
City Hall is Closed to Public Walk-Ins
November 19, 2020
City of Fountain Valley Provides $500 to 50 Businesses for Facebook Ad
November 18, 2020
City of Fountain Valley Provides Loans to Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus
June 3, 2020
City of Fountain Valley Implements Various Programs to Support Local Businesses
May 29, 2020
Grocery Giveaway at Fountain Valley Recreation Center and Sports Park
May 28, 2020
City of Fountain Valley Resilience Roadmap for Business Reopening - Helpful hints for successful reopening.
May 25, 2020
Fountain Valley Restaurant Association "Cares" Initiative and Fountain Valley Restaurant Association Press Release - A Go Fund Me was created on May 19, 2020, to show the graduating Class of 2020 in Fountain Valley that EVERYONE is thinking of them.
May 14, 2020
Resilience Roadmap and the Reopening of City Facilities - The City is adjusting to the State’s Stage 2 of the Resilience Roadmap and anticipates the soft reopening of City Hall, Police Department and Recreation Center on May 18, 2020.
May 7, 2020
Guidelines for the Re-Opening of Fountain Valley Businesses - Starting May 8, 2020, the City and County of Orange will enter Stage 2 and begin the process of slow and gradual adjustments to the Safer at Home order. Physical distancing, face coverings and other safety measures will remain in place and will be even more important.
May 4, 2020
Fountain Valley Tennis Center reopened with guidelines.
April 30, 2020
April 16, 2020
April 15, 2020
Fountain Valley COVID-19 Temporary Emergency RV Parking - To support first-responders and health care professionals so they can protect their families and continue to do their jobs, the City of Fountain Valley will temporarily allow RVs to be used as alternative housing for first-responders and health care professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic with a Temporary Emergency RV Permit.
SoCal Gas video to thank front-line workers, https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DWj1SzWLrydYOfmqdDZkX4JEFd1xk4_a?usp=sharing.
April 10, 2020
The Fountain Valley Rotary Club is helping assemble more than 33,000 Face Shields that will be distributed to first responders and medical personnel throughout Orange County and are in need of volunteers to assist with assembly and packaging.
Friday, April 10th
Fountain Valley Recreation Center on Brookhurst @ Mile Square Park
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, April 17th thru Sunday, April 19th
Freedom Hall at Mile Square Park off of Euclid
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
To volunteer or donate, go to https://www.givsum.com/opportunities/rotary-project-shield.
If you wish to donate food, water, baked goods or coffee, please contact Chef Marla at (714) 394-5856.
April 9, 2020
COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Employee Retention Grant - Assist small business owners in Fountain Valley that have been adversely effected by COVID-19 to retain jobs that are held by their low- and moderate-income workers.
April 3, 2020
City Manager’s Update 04.03.2020
April 2, 2020
Fountain Valley Community Foundation is accepting donations on behalf of the Fountain Valley Fire Department. Click here for donation list.
To report restaurants that are not in compliance with the Governor order for take-out or delivery, call County Health Care Agency Hotline at (714) 433-6000.
April 1, 2020
The City of Fountain Valley is committed to finding new ways for you to stay active and engaged during these challenging times. This online guide allows you to prioritize your health, education and well-being by participating in online recreational programs. Please enjoy our online recreation guide for some free online resources that you and your family can enjoy.
March 31, 2020
City Hall and City facilities anticipate to reopen on May 1, 2020. We will update if that changes. City services will continue to be available online, via email and/or telephone during the COVID-19 crisis. Click here for press release.
March 30, 2020
Planning and Building Department will be available by appointment only. City services will continue to be available online, via email and/or telephone during the COVID-19 crisis.
City Manager Emergency Waiver
On March 30, 2020, the City Manager of the City of Fountain Valley issued the following emergency order:
- During this COVID-19 emergency, it shall not be deemed a violation of any City approval regulating the sale of alcohol for an approved Type 41 and/or Type 47 license holder to sell alcohol from an eating and drinking establishment in conjunction with to-go food orders in conformance with ABC’s temporary emergency waiver. This order does not waive any condition of approval that is not specifically addressed by the ABC emergency waiver, including, but not limited to, hours of operation. This action shall not apply to Type 41 and/or Type 47 license holders that are deemed to be non-compliant with ABC’s temporary emergency waiver, other COVID-19 related emergency orders, and other conditions of approval not related to the off-site sale of alcohol by the Chief of Police or Planning and Building Director.
- The Chief of Police and Planning and Building Director shall have the authority to ensure that this order is being implemented in accordance with state and local laws. The Chief of Police and Planning and Building Director shall have authority to require any license holder to comply with any and all City approvals, including conditional use permit terms and conditions, when it is deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
- The regulatory relief granted herein shall terminate when: (a) the local emergency proclaimed on March 17, 2020, is no longer in effect; or (b) the Governor’s order restricting on-site dining is no longer in effect.
March 27, 2020
Press Release on County City Data of Reported COVID-19 Cases and Toll Free Hot Line. Fountain Valley has five (5) COVID-19 cases today.
March 26, 2020
Click here to locate Fountain Valley eateries during COVID-19 crisis - only pick-up or delivery.
March 25, 2020
In order to keep your household sewer pipes and the City’s sewer system flowing smoothly, it’s important to remember to only flush the 3 P’s: Pee, Poop and toilet Paper.
March 23, 2020
Rest assured, Your Tap Water is Safe and Reliable. Questions, contact PW Department at (714) 593-4600. Click here to see flyer.
March 20, 2020
The City of Fountain Valley waives banner permit fees during the COVID-19 crisis. Click here for Press Release. The City also encourage the community to continue to support take-out and delivery restaurants. To access a list of Fountain Valley restaurants, please click here.
March 19, 2020
The City of Fountain Valley activated the Emergency Operations Center on Wednesday, March 18 at 1 p.m. Click here for Press Release.
March 18, 2020
To protect Public Health & Safety, City Hall and all City facilities are closed to the public effective immediately following Tuesday’s executive order from the Orange County Healthcare Agency. We anticipate reopening on April 1, 2020.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this closure causes; however, during this closure period the City will continue to provide limited services to our valued citizens and customers. We are available by phone, email, and through the web. Click here for Press Release.
March 17, 2020
Fountain Valley City Council formally declared a Local Emergency at the City Council Meeting on March 17, 2020. This declaration is a proactive administrative action that allows the City to access state and federal funding to help contain the spread of the virus.
The Police Chief has announced that the City of Fountain Valley has suspended street sweeping enforcement through the end of March. Sweeping operations will continue.
March 16, 2020
City Hall will remain open to serve the public. There is a City Council Meeting on March 17th at 6 p.m. If you wish to attend the City Council meeting in person, the City Council Chambers located at 10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, California 92708, will be open for this meeting and the public shall have the right to observe and offer public comment at this location. While you may attend this meeting in person, given the health risks associated with COVID-19, if you choose to stay at home, the City wants you to know that you can submit your comments and questions in writing for City Council consideration by sending them to the City Clerk at rick.miller@fountainvalley.org. To give the City Council adequate time to review your questions and comments, please submit your written comments prior to 4:00 p.m., March 17, 2020.
If you have traveled internationally and/or you have had direct contact with someone who has traveled internationally or tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19), or you are experiencing symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, fever, difficulty breathing or other flu-like symptoms, please DO NOT ATTEND this meeting in person. You may view the meeting live on FOUNTAIN VALLEY TV (SPECTRUM CHANNEL 3, AT&T U-VERSE CHANNEL 99 and FRONTIER/FIOS CHANNEL 21) AND ONLINE AT https://www.fountainvalley.org/213/Watch-FV-Television.
If you are in the group of individuals who may be most vulnerable to COVID-19, including those over the age of 60 and those with underlying health conditions, including but not limited to lung, heart, immune-compromised, diabetes, or other conditions that could interfere with your ability to fight COVID-19, please consider carefully before attending this meeting in person and keep a six-foot distance from others as much as possible.
Public Works: There are no concerns about water. The City of Fountain Valley wants to assure our customers that the water at your tap continues to be of the highest quality and 100% safe to drink. The COVID-19 has no impact on the quality of your drinking water and there is no need to use bottled water as a substitute.
The Recreation Center and the Center at Founders Village: At this time, the Recreation and Community Services Department will be taking the necessary steps to ensure public access to essential services while adhering to the recommendations below to limit potential exposure and community spread of the Covid-19 Virus. The state recommendations include postponing or cancelling large gatherings of 50 people or more, postponing or cancelling smaller gatherings in venues that do not allow social distancing at least through March 31. High risk individuals 65+ are recommended to self-isolate at this time.
CDPH Guidance Doc - https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/Guidance.aspx#
The Recreation Center will remain open at this time. The Senior Center will be closed for non-essential programs and activities.
Congregate Meal service provided by Senior Serv will remain active with an amended service delivery model. Home cook/microwave meals will be provided onsite for participants to take home. Home delivered meals will continue as well. Hop On Senior Transportation will remain active.
Contract classes scheduled to end by March 20 will be permitted to operate through their scheduled end date. However, we will work with any contractors or participants on a prorated refund should they wish to cancel their classes effective immediately. Upcoming Spring Contract Class schedules will be addressed following the recommended postponement date of March 31 or as the situation progresses.
The following programs will be cancelled/postponed effective March 14 until further guidance is provided by the CDPH or OCHCA*;
- Senior Special Events, Groups and Classes hosted at The Center at Founders Village with 10 or more participants ages 60+
- St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
- Senior Club
- Bridge Clubs
- Exercise and Social Clubs
- Contract Classes (after March 20)
- Senior Softball League
- City Wide Special Events and Facility Rentals with more than 50 participants without the necessary space for the recommended social distancing;
- Coaches Vs. Kids End of Season Basketball Game
- Youth Basketball Skills Clinic
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Ragnar Relay
*Other events and programs may be cancelled as the situation unfolds or amended recommendations are made.
Private events scheduled at indoor and outdoor City facilities (such as facility rentals, church services and sports leagues) may continue at the discretion of the organizers pending they adhere to the states recommendations.
For additional information, check the Memo from the Community Services Director, Rob Frizzelle, here: https://www.fountainvalley.org/DocumentCenter/View/10958/
February 11, 2020
The World Health Organization announced COVID-19 (Coronavirus) as the official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak.
SCHOOLS
Fountain Valley School District schools will be closed from Monday, March 16 to Friday, April 17, 2020. For more information, you can go to this link, https://www.fvsd.us/apps/pages/coronavirus.
Fountain Valley High School will be closed from March 16 to Friday, April 17, 2020. For more information, you can go to this link, https://www.fvhs.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=921297&type=d&pREC_ID=1848836.
Los Amigos High School will be closed from Monday, March 16 to Friday, April 3. For more information, you can go to this link, https://www.losamigoshs.com/.
The Fountain Valley School District Food Services program will provide an opportunity for families to drive through and pick up free lunch meals for any child 18 and under at three different locations. Meals will be provided for free regardless of what school they attend or if they receive free, reduced or paid status lunch. https://www.fountainvalley.org/DocumentCenter/View/11003/