Coronavirus

Be informed.

LOCAL STATISTICS

LA County: Vaccination Rates by City/ Community
updated regularly

LA County: Coronavirus Statistics
updated regularly

LA County: COVID-19 GIS Dashboards
updated regularly

LA County: COVID-19 Incident Updates
updated regularly

Temple City: COVID-19 Summary Report
issued on Tuesdays and Fridays; reports are posted under the "News" tab 

Newsroom: LA County Emergency Operations Center
updated regularly

Newsroom: LA County Public Health
updated regularly

FACT SHEETS

What You Need to Know
fact sheet on COVID-19
English  | Español  |  中文

What You Should Know
infographic on COVID-19
English

What to Do if You Are Sick
tips to prevent virus spread
English  |  Español  |  中文

Steps for Handwashing
provides proper handwashing techniques
English  |  Español  |  中文

HEALTH AGENCIES

LA County Department of Public Health
regional public health provider
Facebook  |  Twitter  I  Website

Centers for Disease Control
national health protection agency
Facebook  |  Twitter  I  Website
Instagram: @cdcgov

California Department of Public Health
state public health agency
Facebook  |  Twitter  I  Website

City of Temple City
local government
Facebook  |  Twitter  I  Nixle
Instagram: @connectwithtc

Temple Sheriff’s Station
local law enforcement provider
Facebook  I  Twitter  I  Website

Get help.

Updated April 14, 2021.

VACCINE INFORMATION

Starting April 15, all LA County residents, ages 16 and over, will be eligible for a free COVID-19 vaccine. 

Click to make an appointment to get the vaccine.

BUSINESSES

Statewide Resources for Businesses and Employers
clearinghouse of available assistance to businesses impacted by COVID-19

U.S. Small Business Administration Loans
low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital

DELIVERY SERVICE

Temporary Delivery Program
free delivery service for seniors and adult dependents

FOOD

Foothill Unity Center
food bank available to Temple Citians

LA County Department of Public Services
nutrition-assistance program for low-income households

Restaurant Guide
local eateries with take-out and delivery services

YWCA San Gabriel Valley
meal delivery to those ages 65+ and those ages 60+ with underlying health issues

*NOTE: School districts are offering grab-and-go-meals for school-aged children. Call your school district for more information.

HEALTH CARE

Free COVID-19 Testing
determine eligibility and schedule an appointment online

Health Care Coverage Options Factsheet
info for those without health care coverage or recently lost employer-sponsored health care coverage

HOTLINES

2-1-1 (County of Los Angeles)
countywide social services referrals and assistance; call (800) 339-6993

Business and Worker Disaster Help Center (County of Los Angeles)
counseling for businesses struggling to keep open and to workers who are uncertain of their next paycheck; call (833) 238-4450

Domestic Violence (LA County Department of Public Services)
domestic violence counseling and sheltering referrals; call (800) 978-3600

Friendship Line California (State of California)
emotional support for older Californians facing loneliness, isolation and anxiety; call (888) 670-1360

Mental Health (LA County Department of Mental Health)
mental health support, resources and referrals; call (800) 854-7771

Senior Assistance (State of California)
helps older Californians access grocery and medication delivery while staying at home; call (833) 544-2374

Welfare Checks (Temple Sheriff’s Station)
checks on the well-being of homebound seniors, the disabled and other vulnerable individuals; call (626) 285-7171

MORTGAGES & TENANT PROTECTIONS

Eviction Moratorium Ordinance
applies to TC residential and commercial tenants

Eviction Moratorium Ordinance: FAQs
key points of the City’s eviction moratorium

Housing Rights Center
fair housing and renter rights assistance

Mortgage Payment Relief
90-day mortgage payment relief; contact your mortgage provider for more information

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Cloth Face Coverings
instructions on how to properly wear and make a face covering

Disposable Glove Removal
step-by-step guide to property remove disposable gloves

PREFERRED SHOPPING HOURS

Temple City Grocery Stores
Numero Uno: 9-10 AM Daily (for seniors and the disabled)
Ralph’s: 7-7:30 AM Daily (for seniors)
Super A Foods: 7-8 AM Daily (for seniors 65+)

*NOTE: Call stores for updated hours.

REOPENING PROTOCOLS

NOTE: All applicable and updated reopening protocols (or guidance documents) can be found on the LA County Department of Public Health coronavirus web page under the "What You Should Know" tab, "Reopening Protocols." 

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

CPUC Order: Consumer Protections
utility companies to halt customer disconnections due to payment; contact your utility provider for more information

*NOTE: Applies locally to Southern California Edison, Southern California Gas, AT&T, and Athens Services.

VIRTUAL LEISURE

LA County Library
digital book collections, online storytimes and activity ideas

Temple City Virtual Recreation Center
online health and wellness activities

Here’s what’s affected.

Updated April 23, 2021.

FACILITIES CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

City Hall
Beginning the week of May 3, City Hall will provide in-person service on an appointment-only basis. To schedule an appointment, head to templecity.us/appointments or call (626) 285-2171.

Live Oak Park - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Includes the community center, annex building, picnic shelters, and basketball courts.

Temple City Express Library - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Due dates for borrowed materials will be automatically extended, no late fines will be assessed, and customers can return materials when the library reopens. Call for updated information: (626) 285-2136

AVAILABLE SERVICES

Animal Control 
Vaccination clinic is canceled, limited access to the shelter
(626) 286-1159  I  info@sgvhumane.org

Building Inspections 
No interior inspections of occupied structures
Public can call for assistance and scheduling weekdays from 8 a.m. to noon
General questions: (626) 285-0488  I  Inspection requests: (626) 656-7327

Business Licenses
No business license inspections
Applications must be submitted online: templecity.us/bizlicense
Public can call or email for questions and instructions
(626) 656-7316  I  planning@templecity.us

City Meetings
Commission and committee meetings are canceled through April
City Council meetings to be conducted telephonically or electronically; see meeting agenda for more info

Code Enforcement
No compliance inspections
Cases to be prioritized based on emergency need
Public to use hotline or online function to report concerns
(626) 285-5240  I  templecity.us/requests

City Operator
Available weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for general inquiries
(626) 285-2171 (dial "0" for operator)  I  info@templecity.us

Law Enforcement
Increased patrolling efforts; deputies are also conducting welfare checks
Public to now file reports by phone or online
(626) 285-7171  I  lasd.org

Parking Enforcement
Overnight parking enforcement to resume at 2 a.m. on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.
Street sweeping parking restrictions are enforced. 
Enforcement remains in city public parking lots
Citations will be issued for public safety violations (ex: red curb and blocked hydrants, driveways and roads)
Report parking violations via phone: (626) 285-2171, (626) 285-7171-after hours | templecity.us/requests
Parking citations must be paid online at citationprocessingcenter.org

Permits
Public to call for questions and instructions regarding online submittals
Building inquiries: (626) 285-0488  I  Planning inquiries: (626) 656-7316

Public Records
Requests are to be done electronically
(626) 285-2171  I  cityclerk@templecity.us

Public Transportation
City’s Dial-A-Ride has expanded service hours: weekdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends
To schedule a ride: (626) 286-2485
LA Metro and Foothill Transit have modified bus routes and schedules; call or go online for more info
(323) GO-METRO, metro.net  I  (800) RIDE-INFO, foothilltransit.org

Public Works
Report service and maintenance needs for parks, streets, sidewalks, signals and medians
(626) 285-2171, (626) 285-7171-after hours  I  info@templecity.us

Recreation & Senior Services
No classes, programs, activities or community events
Senior lunch recipients to receive delivered meals 
Virtual programming coming soon
(626) 579-0461  I  parksandrec@templecity.us

Street Sweeping & Trash Pickup
Regularly scheduled services to continue
(888) 336-6100  I  athensservices.com