Dana Point COVID-19 Community Updates Thursday July 2 2020.
Check the Dana Point Facebook Page for the latest updates.
Dana Point COVID-19 Community Updates Thursday July 2 2020
Dana Point City
Dana Point COVID-19 Community Updates Will Be Posted On As Needed Basis
The City of Dana Point will continue to post the latest updates via the City of Dana Point Facebook Page.
Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks Celebration Cancelled
Fourth of July fireworks are cancelled and will be rescheduled when it’s safe to do so.
Governor Newsom pulled back openings for counties on the State “watch list”, which includes Orange County, and recommended cancelling scheduled fireworks shows to avoid large gatherings.
Condor Squadron Flyover Time on 4th of July 2020
The Condor Squadron will be flying over Dana Point on July 4th between 5:50pm and 5:55pm
Dana Point Weekend Beach Closures Update
Doheny State Beach will be closing its parking area on July 3 2020, but the beach will be open and accessible to pedestrians and bicycle traffic.
July 4 2020 and July 5 2020 Doheny State Beach will have a hard closure, meaning the parking areas and beach areas are closed.
Bicycle traffic will be allowed to travel through the park to Capo Beach at Beach Road.
Salt Creek, Strands, Capo Beach, Baby Beach Closed
The County of Orange will close all County operated beaches and beach parking lots on July 4 2020 and 5 2020 following a State recommendation meant to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Dana Point City Hall is Closed Friday July 3 2020
City Hall is closed tomorrow, July 3rd in observance of the 4th of July holiday.
Dana Point COVID-19 Services and Resources Directory
New services and resources will be shared in this update, then moved over to the City’s COVID-19 webpage. You can access that information here.
The County of Orange
OC Closure of Bars, Pubs, Breweries, and Brewpubs that do not Offer Dine-In Meals
The County issued a new health order yesterday that took effect today, following guidance from the State that the following businesses must close indoor operations: dine-in restaurants, wineries & tasting rooms, family entertainment centers, movie theaters, zoos, museums, cardrooms, & indoor/outdoor bars.
Read the order here.
The City is working diligently with our restaurants to address outdoor dining options in an attempt to help them survive the impacts from the new health order.
County of Orange COVID-19 New Dashboard
Based on input from elected officials, the media and community organizations, the County of Orange has redesigned its public coronavirus data dashboard, making it easy to see how the County’s case and hospitalization numbers compare to State benchmarks, where cases are by zip code for larger cities, and how nursing facilities are affecting the numbers in each community.
Find the site and more coronavirus information at occovid19.ochealthinfo.com
Small Business Grant Relief
More details have been made available about County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett’s Small Business Grant Relief Program.
The program will support small businesses and community organizations impacted by COVID-19 in Orange County Supervisorial District Five.
Grants of up to $10,000 will be available to eligible small businesses and non-profits within the district.
The grant application period will begin on Monday June 22 2020 at 8:00am.
More information is linked here.
COVID-19 Testing
If you are interested in COVID-19 testing, whether asymptomatic or symptomatic please visit chi.care/covidtesting or call 1 (888) 634-1123 to schedule an appointment.
Free COVID-19 Testing
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 and you cannot get a test though your healthcare provider, you can get a FREE medical assessment and a test through the OC COVID-19 Testing Network.
These are all community health centers that offer testing and care, even if you do not have health insurance.
If you test positive, your close contacts (those who have been within 6 feet for more than 15 minutes) will be tested or referred to another location for testing.
Locations are listed here, or see Map of COVID-19 Testing Locations to find a location near you.
The County of Orange is reporting COVID-19 Cases by City
The information can be found here.
Call OC Health Care Agency Health Referral Line
1(833)426-6411 for inquiries related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California.
The State of California
Community Encouraged Not to Attend Gatherings
The California Department of Public Health Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Sonia Angell issued a statement today warning Californians not to gather with extended family, friends and loved ones this Fourth of July weekend to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.
The official statement can be found here.
California Mandates Face Coverings June 18 2020
Governor Newsom and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced guidance that face coverings will be required in the State of California, effective immediately.
The new order supersedes the County’s Health Order issued on June 11 relating to face coverings.
Additional information on the guidance for the use of face coverings from the California Department of Public Health can be found here.
California Guidance to Counties For Reopening
Industry guidance for sectors authorized to open can be found here.
California Public Health County Monitoring List
The California Department of Public Health is also publishing the County Monitoring List to give Californians insight into how their county is performing and provide early indication of developing areas of concern.
The United States of American Federal Government
Paycheck Protection Program
The Senate voted to extend the Paycheck Protection Program through August 8 2020.
The legislation now heads to the House.
Dana Point Facility Closures Updated May 29 2020
Dana Point Community Center
Grocery Stores/ Market Hours Updated On June 8 2020
Grocery Stores/ Market Hours – Updated June 8 2020
Updated information in bold.
Most stores have returned to regular shopping hours. Face Coverings are required per the Orange County Health Officer’s recent order.
ALBERTSONS (Del Obispo, (949) 496-7900):
Bag your own personal shopping bags.
Seniors & those with disabilities/pregnant/compromised immune system: Mon-Fri, 6am-7am
Regular Store Hours: Daily, 7am-11pm
COSTCO (Doheny Park Rd, San Juan Capistrano, (949) 240-3558):
Optical, Hearing and Photo Departments are now open
LINE BYPASS: First Responders and Health Care Workers can bypass the line all day. Bring Work ID and Costco Membership Card; no guests.
Members are welcome to bring their children and up to two guests into the warehouse
Seniors 60yrs+ & those with physical disabilities: Mon-Fri, 9am-10am
Regular Store Hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-8:30pm; Sat, 9:30am-6pm; Sun, 10am-6pm
GELSON’S (Monarch Bay Plaza, (949) 488-8147):
No personal shopping bags.
Seniors 65yrs+: 7am-8am
Regular Store Hours: 8am-9pm
RALPH’S (Lantern District, (949) 661-4145, and Ocean Ranch, (949) 661-6334)
Personal bags ok.
Seniors 60yrs+ and those considered high risk: 6am-7:30am
Regular Store Hours: 7:30am – Midnight
SMART & FINAL (Doheny Park Rd, (949) 240-4641):
Bag your own personal bags in the cart, not on the counter.
Seniors 65yrs+, those with disabilities and expectant mothers: Tue/Thu, 6am-8am
Regular Store Hours: 6am-10pm
STATER BROS (Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, (949) 496-8283):
No personal shopping bags.
Seniors 65yrs+ priority access: Tue/Fri: 7am-8am
Regular Store Hours: 7am-11pm
SPROUTS (550 Camino de Estrella, San Clemente, (949) 542-1036):
Bag your own personal bags in the cart, not on the counter.
Regular Store Hours: 7am-10pm
TRADER JOES (Ocean Ranch (949) 493-8599 and Camino de los Mares (949) 240-9996)
No personal shopping bags.
Seniors expedited line: 8am-9am
Regular Store Hours: 9am-8pm
Safe Water
Mouton Niguel and South Coast Water District want to assure residents that our water is safe and reliable. Water quality and supply have not been affected by the coronavirus (COVID -19).
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDGE)
SDG&E has suspended disconnections for nonpayment until further notice.
They have also implemented a number of tools to help customers online
So Cal Gas
SoCalGas is working with residential customers on bill payment and small businesses by waiving late payment fees. They also have tips to save energy. Learn More at SoCalGas.
Cox Communications
Cox has temporarily adjusted its Cox Solutions Store hours in California as residents are directed to stay at home amid the coronavirus pandemic.
As an essential business that provides critical communications services, Cox Solutions Store locations will stay open from 10:00am to 4:00pm on Monday through Friday to serve customers.
Stores will remain closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
To learn more Visit Cox Online.
Dana Point Additional Online Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic
For more information please visit The City of Dana Point Facebook Page
The City of Dana Point COVID-19 Information Page is Online
Orange County Emergency Operations Center Facebook Page
Alert OC
AlertOC is a mass notification system designed to keep Orange County, California residents and businesses informed of emergencies that may require immediate life saving actions.
Alert OC for COVID-19
Residents can now sign up to receive text message updates related to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Orange County, California.
To opt-in for this service, text OCCOVID19 to 888777.
Residents who have questions about alerts can call the County of Orange Public Health Hotline at (714) 628-7085 between 9am-6pm daily.
Orange County Public Health (COVID-19) Information Page is Online
Orange County Public Health (COVID-19) Health Referral Hotline Number is 1 (800) 564-8448
California Emergency State at Home Order March 19 2020
California Department of Public Health (COVID-19) Information is Online
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (COVID-19) Information is Online
World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 Online Site
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