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The California State Public Health Officer and Director of the California Department of Public Health is ordering all individuals living in the State of California to stay home or at their place of residence, except as needed to maintain continuity of operation of the federal critical infrastructure sector.

For more information on the stay-at-home order visit:
https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/

In accordance with this order, the State Public Health Officer has designated the following list of “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers” to help state, local, tribal, and industry partners as they work to protect communities, while ensuring continuity of functions critical to public health and safety, as well as economic and national security.

Resolution Declaring an Emergency in Cathedral City

Restaurants, Bars, Bakeries, Food Trucks, and Caterers Can Apply for New Federal Relief Funds

Cathedral City Rescinds Its Local Mask and Social Distancing Order to Align with State Orders

What Can I Do in the Orange Tier?

Riverside County has moved into the less restrictive “Orange - Moderate” tier. Please know the Orange Tier means that the coronavirus continues to spread in the community but at much lower rates than before. Everyone should continue doing their part to wear a face covering and social distance between you and others outside of your household, especially those who are not vaccinated. To find the latest information and/or other categories not listed, go to the Governor’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy at www.COVID19.CA.GOV.

In the Orange Tier, the following applies:

Bars that serve food can open with 50% capacity or 200 people, whichever is fewer
Bars that do not serve food can open outdoors with modifications.
Bookstores – can open with modifications
Clothing and shoe stores – can open with modifications
Concert venues – closed
Convention Centers – closed
Cultural ceremonies, Churches – open with 50% capacity
Dance studios – open with 25% capacity + indoor pools
Family Entertainment Centers (Kart racing, batting cages, mini-golf) – can open with 25% capacity, 50% capacity if all guests test negative or show proof of full vaccination, food/beverage in designated areas only, alcohol service outdoors only and must follow bar guidance
Farmers markets – open
Festivals – closed
Grocery stores – can open with modifications
Gyms and fitness centers – open with 25% capacity + indoor pools
Hair salons, barbershops and nail salons – open with modifications
Home and furnishing stores – can open with modifications
Hospitals and urgent care – open with modifications
Hotels and lodging – open with modifications + 25% fitness center capacity + indoor pools
Indoor playgrounds – open with 25% capacity, 50% capacity if all guests test negative or show proof of full vaccination, food/beverage in designated areas only, alcohol service outdoors only and must follow bar guidance
Libraries – open with modifications
Live theater – closed until April 15
Massage therapy – open with modifications
Movie theaters – open with 50% capacity or 200 people, whichever is fewer
Museums – open with 50% capacity
Nightclubs – Closed
Offices (non-essential businesses) – can open with modifications, still encourage working remotely
Pet groomers – open with modifications
Professional Sports – can open outdoors with 33% capacity including suites, 67% capacity with negative test results or proof of full vaccination, In-State attendees only, Advanced reservations only, restricted concessions and dining.
Restaurants – open with 50% capacity or 200 people, whichever is fewer
Retailers – open with modifications
Saunas and steam rooms – closed
Shopping malls – open with modifications, closed common areas, reduced food court capacity at 50% capacity or 200 people, whichever is fewer
Swimming pools – open outdoors with modifications
Theme parks – open with modifications at 25% capacity or 500 people, whichever is fewer, outdoor attractions only, in-county visitors only, reservations or advance tickets required
Weddings – open with modifications, outdoor and indoor receptions permitted for up to three households, including host and guests. Indoor receptions are strongly discouraged. Maximum capacity at 50%
Zoos – 50% capacity for indoor spaces.

Eviction Restrictions

Residential

The council enacted two urgency ordinances by voting unanimously to restrict commercial and residential evictions for non-payment of rent due to COVID-19 pandemic. This ordinance will remain in effect until the governor or the county public health officer repeals their coronavirus emergency declarations, or the city council repeals the ordinance by at least a 4/5 vote; whichever comes first.

This ordinance does not relieve a residential renter from the rent owed, but it protects the renter during the COVID -19 emergency declaration from being evicted for non-payment and allows the renter up to 60 days after the ordinance is lifted to repay all past due rent.

Residential Ordinance: Link

Commercial

Ord 836

Commercial Ordinance: Link

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Information for Businesses

Get the latest information on relief packages for businesses - CCEDD.ORG

COVID-19 Business Signage

Images and PDF’s courtesy of visitgreaterpalmsprings.com

When creating your plan, below are resources which will help you get through this situation

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Creating your plan

Replacing lost income:
1. For those affected by COVID-19, here is a great summary of what California Employment Development Department is offering.
2. Unemployment Insurance: Here is how to file a claim.
3. Paid Family Leave: Here is how to file a claim.
4. For those with a disability: EDD Disability Insurance and/or Supplemental Security Income
5. For those 65 and over: Supplemental Security Income
Saving money:While there is a nearly endless list of creative ways to save money, below are valuable local resources:
1. Southern California Gas reduced rate plan for income qualified families (California Alternative Rates for Energy (CARE)
2. Southern California Edison reduced rate CARE and FERA plans;
3. CVWD-Coachella Valley Water District Help2Others Customer Assistance Program
4. Desert Water Agency Help2Others Customer Assistance Program
5. CalWORKS
6. California Earned Income Tax Credit and Young Child Tax Credit
7. Google “Cathedral City resale store” for a list of great stores offering real bargains
Landing a great new job:
1. Preparing for interviews: "60 Seconds and You’re Hired". Single best interview preparation resource I have found. Contact me for a copy.
2. Spend time creating a solid resume; this will be future employers’ first impression of you!
3. Leverage the expertise provided by the professionals within the Riverside County Workforce Development Center.
Transportation: Coachella Valley’sSunline Transit Agency is demonstrating, yet again, their proactive thinking, leadership and concern for Coachella Valley residents with free local fixed route and paratransit bus service.
Ensuring food security: Keeping yourself and your family healthy during this crisis is best achieved through adequate rest and nutrition. Below are resources to ensure you and your family have enough to eat:
1. GetCalFresh (California’s SNAP program)
2. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
3. Riverside University Health System WIC program
4. Find Food Bank
5. Cathedral City Senior Center
Stay healthy: Managing income loss, health concerns or social isolation one at a time can be challenging. Managing all three of these concerns at once requires intentional effort to maintain a healthy emotional outlook. Below are several articles which can help keep our situation in perspective.
1. “How to manage the psychological effects of quarantine” by Dr. Mark Banschick M.D.
2. “8 Things to Do While Under Quarantine” by Dr. Kyle D. Killian, PhD. LMFT
3. “How to deal with uncertainty” by Dr. Clay Drinko, PhD.
4. “Healing the Heart During COVID-19” by Christine Fonseca, M.S.
5. “In Helping Others, You Help Yourself” by Dr. Marianna Pogosyan PhD.

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Education

The resources below provide information about programs to ensure that all children have access to resources needed for educational purposes.

National Resources

U.S. Department of Education

Mobile Phone Carrier and Broadband Updates

Verizon COVID-19 Update
T-Mobile COVID-19 Update
Sprint COVID-19 Update
AT&T COVID-19 Update
Spectrum COVID-19 Update
Xfinity WiFi Free For Everyone (Type in zip code in search bar)
- Xfinity WiFi hotspots across the country will be available to anyone who needs them for free – including non-Xfinity Internet subscribers.

Online Educational Resources

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FAQ’s Regarding the Statewide Stay at Home Order

Disclaimer: This list is current as of March 23, 2020 and is subject to change

Shelter in Place vs. Stay at Home

Stay at home means taking the necessary precautions to keep you and your family safe. This means vulnerable populations must stay home. Everyone else is required to stay home except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or go to an essential job. It is OK to go outside for walks or bike rides if you are not in a group. Stay at least 6 feet apart when leaving your home for essential activities.

This does not mean that there is Martial Law or military roaming the streets.

How long will we stay home?

The order is in place until further notice.

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FEMA

Coronavirus Rumor Control

Rumors can easily circulate within communities during a crisis, stay informed on what is rumor versus fact related to the coronavirus response.

Coronavirus Response: How to Help

Everyone has a role to play in the whole community fight against COVID-19. Learn how to help if you are a company with medical supplies to donate or sell, a volunteer who is medically trained, or a member of the general public.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Messaging and Resource Links

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Resources for Businesses

For information and resources for businesses impacted by COVID-19, please click HERE
http://www.ccedd.org/covid-19-business-support/

Riverside County is exploring various resources that will help support our business community during this challenging economic time. In order to support these efforts, we need your help to determine the economic impact. The following link to the brief survey completed no later than April 16, 2020.
Business Economic Injury Survey

The resources below provide information about organizations who are working to minimize the financial impacts to small businesses.