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Create a family COVID-19 preparedness plan

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in Disease, Emergencies, Family, Orange County, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The County of Orange is encouraging residents to create a family preparedness plan in the event they are impacted by COVID-19. Family preparedness is a mainstay of planning for emergencies such as earthquakes and fires, and they are equally important during a health pandemic.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to reach out to trusted family, friends or neighbors who may be able to assist, should a child’s parent or caregiver be diagnosed with COVID-19 and require hospitalization and/or isolation.

“We want families to be ready in the event a caregiver unexpectedly is diagnosed with COVID-19,” said Debra Baetz, Director of Orange County Social Services Agency. “By taking some simple steps, families can help alleviate the stress of an unforeseen health emergency and ensure their loved ones are cared for.”

Here are some important things to consider when putting together a family plan:

Create an alternate caregiver list: Set up a roster of trusted adults who can step in to provide childcare, being mindful of the unique circumstances surrounding COVID-19. Choose individuals who are not high-risk and who would be able to accommodate an isolation area, should your child need it. Discuss the plan ahead of time with these individuals.
Prepare documents: Write a letter authorizing your designated caregiver to seek medical treatment for your child, if necessary. Make copies of insurance cards and other important medical documents your alternate caregiver may need.
Write down special instructions: Be sure to leave a “need-to-know” list for your alternate caregiver. This list may include information such as food allergies, needed medication, nutritional needs or limitations, or any other habit or routine that may help provide consistency of care to your loved one.
Create a kid-friendly “go bag”: Being separated from a parent or loved one can cause stress and anxiety for your children. Pack a bag with some overnight essentials and include a special note from you, a family photo, a favorite book or other personal item that may help comfort your child. Be sure to also pack essentials including toiletries and clothing.

A family plan template to capture this information can be found at bit.ly/ocfamilyplan.

For more information visit ready.gov/pandemic.

For questions related to COVID-19, contact the Orange County COVID-19 Hotline at 1(833)426-6411, visit http://www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus, or follow the HCA on Facebook (@ochealthinfo) and Twitter (@ochealth).

43 COVID-19 cases in Santa Ana now and 711 O.C. cases

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in california, Disease, Emergencies, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

COVID-19 cases are up to 43 now in Santa Ana and 711 Countywide according to the O.C. Health Care Agency.

Cumulative COVID-19 related deaths in Orange County are now up to 13. A total of 103 victims are currently in the hospital and of those 44 are in intensive care units.

Here is how some of the other large cities in Orange County are faring:

Irvine continues to lead the County with 69 cases
Newport Beach reports 67 cases
Anaheim reports 63 cases
Huntington Beach reports 48 cases
Laguna Beach reports 29 cases
Buena Park reports 21 cases
Orange reports 21 cases
Garden Grove reports 18 cases
Costa Mesa reports 14 cases

Incidentally two of the COVID-19 deaths reported in Orange County occurred in the 25 to 34 year-old age group. Seven of the deaths were in the over 65 years-old age group.

As of April 2, 2020, there are a total of 10,701 positive cases and 237 deaths in California, according to the CA Public Health Department.

The CDC reports 239,279 cases nationwide in the U.S. and 5,443 deaths.

How can people protect themselves?

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). This occurs through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes seem to be at higher risk for developing more serious complications from COVID-19 illness. Every person has a role to play. So much of protecting yourself and your family comes down to common sense:

Washing hands with soap and water.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
If you smoke or vape, consider quitting. Smokers who already have lung disease or reduced lung capacity could be at increased risk of serious illness.
Following guidance from public health officials.

Please consult with your health care provider about additional steps you may be able to take to protect yourself.

Who is at Higher Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19?

Early information out of China, where COVID-19 first started, shows that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes:

Older adults (65+)
Individuals with compromised immune systems
Individuals who have serious chronic medical conditions like:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Lung disease

In addition, smokers who already have lung disease or reduced lung capacity could be at increased risk of serious illness.

If you are at higher risk for serious illness from COVID-19 because of your age or health condition, it is important for you to take actions to reduce your risk of getting sick with the disease, including:

Isolate at home and practice social distancing.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place.
Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
Avoid close contact with people who are sick, and stay away from large gatherings and crowds.
Consider ways of getting food brought to your house through family, social, or commercial networks.

It is also important that you listen to public health officials who may recommend community actions to reduce potential exposure to COVID-19, especially if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.

For more information visit the CDC’s website.

What if I’m sick?

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Typically, human coronaviruses cause mild-to-moderate respiratory illness. Symptoms are very similar to the flu, including:

Fever
Cough
Shortness of breath

COVID-19 can cause more severe respiratory illness.

What if I have symptoms?

Patient: If a person develops symptoms of COVID-19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath, and has reason to believe they may have been exposed, they should call their health care provider before seeking care. Contacting them in advance will make sure that people can get the care they need without putting others at risk. Please be sure to tell your health care provider about your travel history. You can also take the following precautionary measures: avoid contact with sick individuals, wash hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.Health Care Provider: Patients who may have infection with this novel coronavirus should wear a surgical mask and be placed in an airborne infection isolation room. If an airborne infection isolation room is not available, the patient should be placed in a private room with the door closed. Health care providers should use standard, contact and airborne precautions and use eye protection. Please see “Update and Interim Guidance on Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China” for more information about infection control. The Public Health Department will issue All Facility Letters to regulated healthcare facilities within California with updated information and guidance; these can be found on the AFL webpage.

The O.C. COVID-19 hotline hours are changing on 4/1

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in Disease, Emergencies, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety Leave a comment

Effective Saturday, April 4, the Orange County COVID-19 Public Information Hotline and Health Referral Line will take calls from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

Residents with COVID-19 questions can contact the County of Orange COVID-19 Hotline at 1(833)426-6411 at any time, but individual hotline hours will vary.

Through the hotline, callers can be connected to the following resources:

Orange County Health Care Agency – Health Referral Line, Behavioral Health Resources
Orange County Social Services Agency – Risk Benefits
Orange County Office on Aging – Resources for Seniors
Orange County District Attorney’s Office – Scams, Price Gouging
County of Orange Emergency Operations Center Hotline – Non-Medical Questions
Small Business Recovery
2-1-1 Orange County

The Orange County Health Care Agency website at www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus has information that is regularly updated regarding the status of COVID-19 in Orange County.

For information about COVID-19 in the state of California, visit their website at covid19.ca.gov.

The Orange County COVID-19 Hotline can be reached at 1(833)426-6411.

Mayor Pulido talks about speeding up the O.C. streetcar construction

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in Disease, Emergencies, Miguel Pulido, OCTA, public works, Santa Ana, Transportation Leave a comment

In his latest video update, Santa Ana Mayor Miguel A. Pulido talks about how the City is accelerating OC Streetcar construction while streets are empty during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To see this video in English and Spanish and the Mayor’s other videos on COVID-19, please visit www.santa-ana.org/covid19.

For COVID-19 updates and resources from the City of Santa Ana, go to www.santa-ana.org/covid19; follow @CityofSantaAna on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter; sign up to receive email and text alerts at Nixle.com; download the mySantaAna app; and join Nextdoor.com to connect with neighbors and get City news.

El Alcalde Habla Sobre Acelerar la Construcción de OC Streetcar

En su actualización de video más reciente, el alcalde de Santa Ana, Miguel A. Pulido, habla sobre cómo la Ciudad está acelerando la construcción de OC Streetcar mientras las calles están vacías durante la pandemia COVID-19.

Para ver este video en inglés y español y otros video del alcalde sobre COVID-19, por favor visite www.santa-ana.org/covid19.

Para actualizaciones y recursos de COVID-19 de la Ciudad de Santa Ana, visite www.santa-ana.org/covid19; siga @CityofSantaAna en Facebook, Instagram y Twitter; inscríbase en Nixle.com para recibir alertas por texto y correo electrónico; baja el app mySantaAna; y únase a Nextdoor.com para conectar con vecinos y recibir noticias de la Ciudad.

The SAUSD serves nearly 300,000 free meals to children during temporary campus closures

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in Disease, Education, Food, Food & Health, Santa Ana, SAUSD 1 Comment

(April 2, 2020) – Nearly 300,000. That’s how many free meals the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) has distributed to Santa Ana children over the last three weeks while the District’s campuses have been closed to help curb the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Under the guidance of the SAUSD Board of Education, the District has made it a priority to continue to provide all children ages 1-18 with nutritious daily meals at no cost to families throughout the duration of the temporary closure.

As a service to the community, SAUSD will continue to serve up free healthy meals to children every day during the scheduled Spring Recess, from April 6-10, 2020.

“One of the Board’s top priorities during this pandemic is to ensure that our students continue to receive nourishment while our campuses are temporarily closed,” said SAUSD Superintendent Jerry Almendarez. “Many of our families are facing economic uncertainty at this time, and this is one less burden for them to carry.”

SAUSD distributes meals three days a week at 13 selected school sites, in a grab-and-go style that protects the health and safety of all involved.
Breakfast and lunch packages are given out from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the following schools:

• Esqueda Elementary K-8 School, 2240 S. Main St., Santa Ana
• Monte Vista Elementary School, 2116 W. Monta Vista Ave., Santa Ana
• Martin Elementary School, 939 W. Wilshire Ave. Santa Ana
• Madison Elementary School, 1124 E. Hobart St., Santa Ana
• Romero Cruz Academy, 2701 W. Fifth St., Santa Ana
• Carr Intermediate School, 2120 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana
• Mendez Fundamental Intermediate, 2000 N. Bristol St., Santa Ana
• Sierra Preparatory Academy, 2021 N. Grand Ave., Santa Ana
• Villa Intermediate School, 1441 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana
• Willard Intermediate School, 1342 N. Ross St., Santa Ana
• Saddleback High School, 2802 S. Flower St., Santa Ana
• Santa Ana High School, 520 W. Walnut St., Santa Ana
• Segerstrom High School, 2301 W. MacArthur Blvd., Santa Ana

For more information on SAUSD’s free meal service, the public can call Nutrition Services at (714) 431-1900 and follow SAUSD Nutrition Services on Facebook and Instagram.

Buena Park Man convicted of sexually assaulting a toddler

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in buena park, Cochino Alert, Crime, OCDA, Orange County Leave a comment

SANTA ANA, Calif. – A jury convicted a 23-year-old Buena Park man of sexually assaulting a two-year-old girl while he babysat her in 2016. Closing arguments were allowed to be given in front of a jury despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Arthur William Robert Callender was convicted on April 1, 2020 of two felony counts of sexual intercourse with a child under the age of 10.

Callender faces fifty years to life in state prison. He is scheduled to be sentenced on June 12, 2020 in Department C44 at the Central Justice Center.

Callender was arrested in October 2016 after officers working on a Task Force with the Department of Homeland Security launched an investigation into several inappropriate internet postings involving a female toddler.

Callender’s trial was ongoing when the Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court issued an unprecedented order on March 23, 2020 suspending jury trials be suspended for 60 days. Given the serious nature of the crimes and the advanced stage of Callender’s trial, Orange County Superior Court Judge Andre Manssourian found good cause to exempt Callender’s trial from the suspension order.

Fourteen of the 16 jurors empaneled for the case – 12 jurors and two alternates – returned to court on April 1, 2020 to hear closing arguments.

Social distancing was enforced, with jurors being spread out across the entire courtroom instead of being restricted to the jury box. Many of the people in the courtroom wore masks.

Jurors were taken to a separate courtroom to deliberate where the same social distancing measures were enforced. After an hour of deliberation, the jury returned a guilty verdict on both felony counts.

“The Orange County District Attorney’s Office is incredibly grateful to the jurors for their commitment to the criminal justice system,” said Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer. “Despite the challenges of dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, these men and women came to court, considered the evidence, and returned a verdict that will keep this monster behind bars for decades. Their selflessness will prevent him from victimizing other children.”

Assistant District Attorney Kal Kaliban, head of the Sexual Assault Unit, and Deputy District Attorney Courtney Thom prosecuted this case.

The CA DMV helps Californians with expiring driver licenses

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Editor Posted in automobiles, california, Santa Ana, Seniors Leave a comment

Sacramento – The California Department of Motor Vehicles today is announcing that seniors with an expiring driver license will receive a 120-day extension in the mail during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, those with safe driving records whose last DMV visit was 15 years ago will not be required to renew in person for the next 60 days and will be able to renew online or by mail.

“Today’s actions ensure hundreds of thousands of Californians can keep their driver license current while following the state’s stay at home request,” DMV Director Steve Gordon said. “The health and safety of our employees and customers is the DMV’s top priority. We encourage customers to take advantage of our online services whenever possible, including for eligible driver license or vehicle registration renewals.”

120-Day Extension for Drivers 70 and Over

The DMV is providing a 120-day extension to Californians age 70 and older with a driver license that expires from March 1 to May 31, 2020. This action ensures this vulnerable group can avoid a DMV office visit during the COVID-19 pandemic.

California law requires drivers age 70 and older to visit a DMV field office to renew their license but gives the DMV authority to issue extensions – no individual action required. Eligible drivers will receive a paper license extension in the mail beginning in the next two weeks. The expiration dates will reflect a minimum of 120 days before renewal is required. Around 860,000 seniors visit DMV offices every year for the required in-person license renewal.

Waiving In-Person Renewals for Eligible Drivers and Identification Cardholders

Governor Gavin Newsom signed an Executive Order on March 30 temporarily waiving for 60 days the requirement for Californians with safe driving records to renew their driver license in-person at a DMV field office. The Executive Order also temporarily waives required in-person renewals for identification cards.

The DMV is also completing the programming necessary so that individuals who meet the criteria will be able to complete their renewal online or by mail beginning Wednesday, April 8.

Duplicate Driver License

The DMV now offers Californians the option to use its online services to request a duplicate driver license if theirs was lost or stolen and does not expire within 30 days. A duplicate license costs $30. Approximately 1 million Californians request duplicate licenses each year.

Essential DMV Services Continue

The DMV continues to provide essential services via mail, online, kiosks, its call center at (800) 777-0133, available business partners and, soon, virtually to process critical transactions, including eligible driver license and vehicle registration renewals, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The DMV encourages customers to use another service channel if their transaction does not require an office visit. These services are listed on the DMV Online Services and DMV Anytime webpages and include change of address, replacement sticker or registration card, notice of transfer and release of liability, and vehicle license fee refund requests, among others.

Starting April 2, the Virtual Field Office at virtual.dmv.ca.gov can process title transfers and complex vehicle registrations that would otherwise have to be accomplished in an office. More services will be offered through the Virtual Field Office in the coming weeks.

The measures to help Californians with expiring driver licenses are the latest DMV actions during the coronavirus pandemic, including:

Temporarily closing field offices. Following deep cleaning, expansion of virtual services and development of new protocols, the DMV soon will offer in-person services in each region. Information on office openings will be announced by DMV in the near future.
Requesting California law enforcement to exercise discretion, for 60 days beginning March 16, before issuing citations for driving with a recently expired license or vehicle registration.
Canceling all behind-the-wheel drive tests to honor social distancing guidelines.
Suspending extended office hours and Saturday service.

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The City of Santa Ana closes all park amenities to prevent gatherings

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Disease, Emergencies, Parks and Recreation, Public Safety, Santa Ana, Sports, Youth Activities Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana is closing all park amenities beginning Friday, April 3, due to the crowds that continue to gather in violation of statewide health orders.

Many park facilities were already closed, and the new policy expands that to include restrooms, soccer fields, basketball courts, picnic areas and more. All Parks, Recreation and Community Services classes and programs have been canceled except for the frozen meals program at the Santa Ana Senior Center.

These actions were authorized by the City Council’s Proclamation of Local Emergency last month to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus.)

The following amenities will be closed until further notice:

• Playgrounds
• Soccer fields
• Restrooms
• Volleyball courts
• Tennis courts (including Cabrillo Tennis Center)
• Basketball courts
• Handball courts
• Community centers
• Skate parks
• Santa Ana Stadium
• Santa Ana Zoo
• Senior centers
• Parking lots
• River View Golf Course
• Exercise equipment areas
• Bleacher areas
• Baseball and softball fields
• Picnic areas and tables
• Fishing areas
• Archery range
• Lawn bowling greens
• Shuffleboard court

Santa Ana’s outdoor, unenclosed park areas remain open to the public, but group sports and gatherings are prohibited, and people should stay at least 6 feet away from others.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order requiring non-essential businesses and services to close and residents to stay home except for essential activities.

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La Ciudad de Santa Ana Cierra Todas las Instalaciones de los Parques para Evitar Reuniones

La Ciudad de Santa Ana está cerrando todas las instalaciones de los parques a partir del viernes 3 de abril, debido a las multitudes que continúan reuniéndose en violación de las órdenes de salud estatales.

Muchas instalaciones de los parques ya estaban cerradas, y la nueva política amplía eso para incluir los baños públicos, campos de fútbol, las canchas de baloncesto, áreas de picnic y más. Todas las clases y programas de Parques, Recreación y Servicios Comunitarios han sido cancelados, excepto el programa de comidas congeladas en el Centro para Personas Mayores de Santa Ana (Santa Ana Senior Center).

Estas acciones fueron autorizadas por la Proclamación de Emergencia Local del Ayuntamiento el mes pasado para ayudar a prevenir la propagación del COVID-19 (coronavirus).

Las siguientes instalaciones permanecerán cerradas hasta nuevo aviso:

• Parques infantiles
• Campos de fútbol
• Baños públicos
• Canchas de voleibol
• Canchas de tenis (incluido el centro de tenis Cabrillo)
• Canchas de baloncesto
• Canchas de balonmano
• Centros comunitarios
• Parques de patinaje
• Estadio de Santa Ana
• Zoológico de Santa Ana
• Centros para personas mayores
• Estacionamientos
• Campo de golf River View
• Áreas de equipos de ejercicio
• Áreas de gradas
• Campos de béisbol y softbol
• Áreas y mesas de picnic
• Zonas de pesca
• Rango de arquería
• Campos de bolos de césped
• Cancha de tejo

Las áreas de los parques de Santa Ana al aire libre y no cerradas permanecen abiertas al público, pero los deportes grupales y las reuniones están prohibidos, y las personas deben mantenerse al menos a 6 pies de distancia de los demás.

El gobernador de California, Gavin Newsom, emitió una orden ejecutiva que requiere que los negocios y servicios no esenciales cierren y que los residentes se queden en casa, excepto para las actividades esenciales.

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Thành phố Santa Ana đóng cửa tất cả các tiện ích trong công viên để tránh tụ tập

Thành phố Santa Ana sẽ đóng cửa tất cả các tiện ích trong các công viên bắt đầu từ Thứ Sáu, ngày ba tháng Tư vì người dân vẫn tiếp tục tụ tập trong thời gian qua, dẫn đến việc vi phạm lệnh giãn cách xã hội trên toàn tiểu bang.

Nhiều công trình phục vụ người dân trong công viên đã được đóng cửa. Tuy nhiên, quy định mới mở rộng đến việc đóng cửa các nhà vệ sinh, sân bóng đá, sân bóng rổ, các khu dã ngoại và các tiện ích khác. Tất cả các công viên, các lớp học và chương trình mang mục đích giải trí và phục vụ cộng đồng cũng bị hủy, ngoại trừ chương trình phát bữa ăn tại Trung tâm giành cho người cao niên của thành phố Santa Ana (Santa Ana Senior Center)

Những hành động quyết liệt này đã được Tuyên bố khẩn cấp của Hội đồng thành phố vào tháng trước cho phép, để giúp ngăn chặn sự lây lan của COVID-19 (coronavirus.)

Các tiện ích sau đây sẽ bị đóng cửa cho đến khi có thông báo mới:

• Sân chơi cho trẻ em
• Sân đá bóng
• Nhà vệ sinh
• Sân bóng chuyền
• Sân tennis (bao gồm Trung tâm tennis Cabrillo)
• Sân bóng rổ
• Sân bóng ném
• Trung tâm sinh hoạt cộng đồng
• Sân chơi trượt ván
• Sân vận động Santa Ana
• Sở thú Santa Ana
• Trung tâm sinh hoạt của người cao niên
• Bãi đậu xe
• Sân Golf river view
• Khu vực có thiết bị tập thể dục
• Khu vực ghế ngồi trên khán đài
• Sân Bóng chày
• Khu vực dã ngoại và bàn ăn
• Khu vực câu cá
• Khu vực bắn cung
• Sân cỏ chơi bóng gỗ
• Sân chơi Shuffleboard

Các khu công viên ngoài trời Santa Ana vẫn mở cửa phục vụ công chúng, nhưng các môn thể thao nhóm và các hình thức tụ họp đều bị cấm, và mỗi người nên giữ khoảng cách ít nhất là 6 feet (khoảng 1.8m) từ những người khác.

Thống đốc tiểu bang California Gavin Newsom đã ban hành sắc lệnh yêu cầu các doanh nghiệp cung cấp các dịch vụ không thiết yếu đóng cửa và người dân ở trong nhà, chỉ đi ra ngoài khi cấp thiết.

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Để cập nhật các thông tin có liên quan đến đại dịch COVID-19 từ các thành phố Santa Ana, truy cập www.santa-ana.org/covid19; theo dõi @CityofSantaAna trên Facebook, Instagram và Twitter; đăng ký để nhận email và thông báo tại Nixle.com; Tải ứng dụng mySantaAna; và tham gia Nextdoor.com để kết nối với hàng xóm và nhận tin tức từ thành phố.

The City of Santa Ana wants your comments on their new proposed budget

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in Civic Affairs, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The City of Santa Ana is preparing the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Budget and wants to make sure your voice is heard! Please email your comments to BudgetOffice@santa-ana.org and use the Subject Line: “FY 2020-21 Budget Comments.”

You can view the Community Budget Meeting PowerPoint presentation in English, Spanish and Vietnamese and find other budget information at www.santa-ana.org/finance/budget.

You can watch the March 26, 2020, Community Budget Meeting Presentation on the City’s YouTube Channel here.

If you require additional budget information or have questions regarding the City’s budget, contact the Budget Office at (714) 647-5420.

La Ciudad de Santa Ana Quiere Sus Comentarios sobre el Presupuesto de la Ciuda

¡La Ciudad de Santa Ana está preparando el presupuesto del año fiscal 2020-21 y quiere asegurarse de que se escuche su voz! Envíe sus comentarios por correo electrónico a BudgetOffice@santa-ana.org y por favor incluya, “Año Fiscal 20-21 Comentarios Presupuestales” en la línea de asuntos.

Puede ver la presentación PowerPoint del presupuesto en inglés, español y vietnamita y otra información presupuestal en www.santa-ana.org/finance/budget.

Puede ver la presentación del presupuesto a la comunidad en la reunión del 26 de marzo, 2020 en el canal de YouTube de la Ciudad en www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHUaxaxCRVA.

Si necesita información presupuestaria adicional o tiene preguntas sobre el presupuesto de la Ciudad, comuníquese con la Oficina de Presupuesto al (714) 647-5420.

SBA business loans available to help keep workers employed

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Emergencies, Federal Government, Jobs, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The Federal CARES Act establishes a new $349 billion Paycheck Protection Program. The Program will provide much-needed relief to millions of small businesses so they can sustain their businesses and keep their workers employed.

The new loan program will help small businesses with their payroll and other business operating expenses. It will provide critical capital to businesses without collateral requirements, personal guarantees, or SBA fees – all with a 100% guarantee from SBA. All loan payments will be deferred for six months. Most importantly, the SBA will forgive the portion of the loan proceeds that are used to cover the first eight weeks of payroll costs, rent, utilities and mortgage interest.

The Paycheck Protection Program is specifically designed to help small businesses keep their workforce employed. Visit SBA.gov/Coronavirus for more information on the Paycheck Protection Program.

The new loan program will be available retroactive from Feb. 15, 2020, so employers can rehire their recently laid-off employees through June 30, 2020.

Loan Terms & Conditions

• Eligible businesses: All businesses, including non-profits, Veterans organizations, Tribal concerns, sole proprietorships, self-employed individuals, and independent contractors, with 500 or fewer employees, or no greater than the number of employees set by the SBA as the size standard for certain industries
• Maximum loan amount up to $10 million
• Loan forgiveness if proceeds used for payroll costs and other designated business operating expenses in the 8 weeks following the date of loan origination (due to likely high subscription, it is anticipated that not more than 25% of the forgiven amount may be for non-payroll costs)
• All loans under this program will have the following identical features:
o Interest rate of 0.5%
o Maturity of 2 years
o First payment deferred for six months
o 100% guarantee by SBA
o No collateral
o No personal guarantees
o No borrower or lender fees payable to SBA

SBA’s announcement follows a series of steps taken by the Agency since the President’s Emergency Declaration to expeditiously provide capital to financially distressed businesses affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Since March 17, SBA has taken the following steps:

• Declared all states and territories eligible for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance
• 1-year deferment on Economic Injury Disaster Loans provided due to COVID-19
• Automatic deferment of previous disaster loans for homeowners and businesses through 2020
• Waiver of garnishments through 2020

Visit SBA.gov/Coronavirus for more information on SBA’s assistance to small businesses.

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Santa Ana is now at 40 COVID-19 cases as the O.C. total reaches 656

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in california, Disease, Emergencies, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

The O.C. Health Care Agency is now reporting 40 cases of COVID-19 in Santa Ana and a total of 656 cases Countywide. More ominously deaths rose to a total of 13 with three reported in the past day. 115 patients are currently hospitalized in Orange County and of those 47 are in Intensive Care Units.

Amazingly some of our readers continue to believe this is a fake crisis even as there are 10,030 confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in California along with 216 deaths. The CDC reports that there are now 213,144 cases in the U.S. and a total of 4,513 deaths.

Here is how some of the other big cities in Orange County are faring:

Irvine reports 65 cases
Anaheim reports 60 cases
Newport Beach reports 60 cases
Laguna Beach reports 28 cases
Buena Park reports 21 cases
Orange reports 19 cases
Garden Grove reports 15 cases
Costa Mesa reports 14 cases

While COVID-19 is a disease that can cause serious illness and death, and those 65 and older or those with underlying health conditions are most vulnerable, studies by the World Health Organization estimate that approximately 80% of persons with COVID-19 have a mild illness that resolves. The remaining persons with COVID-19 have more severe illness that may lead to hospitalization, delayed recovery and occasionally death. It is important to follow the state and local health official orders and guidance, which will help to protect all of us, especially the most vulnerable in our community.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Here are 6 ways to protect yourself and family, according to the California Department of Public Health:

• Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

• Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

• Cover a cough or sneeze with your sleeve, or disposable tissue. Wash your hands afterward.

• Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.

• Stay away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.

• Follow guidance from public health officials.

Slow the Spread: CLICK HERE to read the CDC guidelines on coronavirus

The County of Orange will follow CA State guidelines for wearing face coverings in public

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in california, Disease, Emergencies, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Santa Ana 2 Comments

Recent guidance posted by the California Department of Public Health states Californians who must leave their homes to conduct essential activities should wear face coverings, if they feel comfortable doing so, and practice strict hand washing before and after touching and adjusting the covering.

Utilizing face coverings can help reduce infectious particles from those who could be infected, but are asymptomatic. It is not recommended for residents to use N-95 or surgical masks, which should be reserved for healthcare workers and first responders.

“Wearing a cloth face covering when leaving the house for essential activities may help reduce the spread of COVID-19 by residents who are positive but don’t have any symptoms,” said Dr. Nichole Quick, County Health Officer. “However, it’s important for community members to remember that face coverings are not a replacement for prevention measures like social distancing and frequent hand washing, which continue to be the best way to protect yourself.”

The best defense against COVID-19 is:

• Staying at home and physical distancing

• Washing hands frequently

• Avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands

• Avoiding being around sick people

• Staying home if you’re sick

The CDPH defines face coverings as material such as cotton, silk or linen that covers the mouth and nose. Coverings can be homemade or improvised from everyday items such as scarfs, bandanas, T-shirts, sweatshirts or towels. For more information visit www.cdph.ca.gov.

El Condado de Orange Seguirá las Pautas Estatales de California para usar Cubiertas para Proteger la Cara al Salir en Público

La reciente dirección publicada por el Departamento de Salud Pública de California (CDPH) establece que los Californianos que deben salirse de sus hogares para conducir actividades esenciales deberían de usar una cubierta para proteger la cara, si ellos se sienten cómodos al hacerlo, y practicar un lavado de manos estricto antes y después de tocar y ajustar la cubierta.

El uso de las cubiertas para la cara puede ayudar a reducir las partículas infecciosas de aquellos que podrían estar infectados, pero son asintomáticos. No se recomienda que los residentes usen máscaras quirúrgicas o de tipo N-95, que deberían ser reservadas para los trabajadores de la salud y socorristas.

“El uso de una tela que cubre la cara al salirse de la casa para realizar actividades esenciales puede ayudar a reducir la propagación del COVID-19 por parte de los residentes que son positivos, pero no tienen ningún síntoma,” dijo la Dra. Nichole Quick, Oficial de Salud del Condado. “Sin embargo, es importante que los miembros de la comunidad recuerden que las cubiertas de cara no son un reemplazo para las medidas de prevención como el distanciamiento social y el lavado frecuente de manos, que siguen siendo la mejor manera de protegerse.”

La mejor defensa contra el COVID-19 es:
• Quedarse en casa y el distanciarse físicamente
• Lavarse las manos frecuentemente
• Evitar tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca con las manos sin lavar
• Evitar estar cerca de personas enfermas
• Quedarse en casa si está enfermo

El CDPH define las cubiertas para la cara como material tal como algodón, seda o lino que cubre la boca y la nariz. Las cubiertas pueden ser caseras o improvisadas de artículos de uso diario como bufandas, pañuelos, camisas, sudaderas o toallas. Para más información visite www.cdph.ca.gov.

Para preguntas relacionadas con el COVID-19, comuníquese con línea directa de COVID-19 del Condado de Orange al 1(833)426-6411, visite a www.ochealthinfo.com/novelcoronavirus, o siga a HCA en Facebook (@ochealthinfo) y Twitter (@ochealth).

Para obtener actualizaciones y recursos de COVID-19 de la Ciudad de Santa Ana, visite www.santa-ana.org/covid19; siga @CityofSantaAna en Facebook, Instagram y Twitter; regístrese para recibir alertas por correo electrónico y mensajes de texto en Nixle.com; descargue la aplicación mySantaAna; y únete a Nextdoor.com para conectarse con los vecinos y recibir noticias de la ciudad.

The SAPD is investigating last night’s fatal shooting on W. Myrtle St.

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in Crime, Santa Ana, SAPD Leave a comment

Our Facebook readers contacted us last night about a shooting on West Myrtle Street. The shooting happened just south of the City Yard and Kidworks.

Now we know the sad details. Here is an update from the SAPD:

On Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at approximately 9:34 PM, SAPD Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the north alley at 2100 West Myrtle Street.

Officers arrived and located a crime scene. At approximately 9:40 PM, a group of people arrived at a local hospital with an adult woman, in a vehicle, suffering a gunshot wound.

Medical personnel exited the hospital to render aid. Doctors brought the woman into the hospital, where they attempted life-saving measures. The victim succumbed to her injuries and the attending physician declared her deceased at 9:46 PM.

The identity of the decedent is being withheld pending positive identification by the Orange County Coroner’s Division and notification of next of kin.

Santa Ana Homicide Section detectives responded and assumed the investigation, which is ongoing.

Investigators encourage anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward and provide a statement. This case is eligible for the Santa Ana Police Department Gang Homicide Reward. Santa Ana Police Department Homicide Section ‪(714) 245-8390‬ or Orange County Crime Stoppers at 1-(855) TIP-OCCS.

Costa Mesa’s Fairview Developmental Center could be used as a temporary hospital for COVID-19 patients

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Editor Posted in california, Costa Mesa, Disease, Emergencies, Gavin Newsom, Health and Medical, John Moorlach, OC Health Care, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

State Senator John Moorlach has revealed in an email update that the Fairview Developmental Center (FDC), which is located at 2501 Harbor Blvd., in Costa Mesa, is being considered as a temporary hospital for the anticipated surge in patients. This is being pushed by the Governor’s Office, through the California Office of Emergency Services.

The intended goal is to move patients from hospitals in the area, like Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, and have them recuperate at FDC. The COVID-19 patients would be treated at the hospitals. But, there are no guarantees.

If this pandemic reaches certain levels, then some of the patients at FDC may have mild or worse symptoms of the coronavirus.

The FDC property belongs to State of California. And, Governor Gavin Newsom mentioned the facilities in his noon press conference on Monday of this week.

The Governor has been messaging for some time now that the state needs 50,000 beds. The 416 hospitals of the California Hospital Association have an inventory available of 30,000 beds. The U.S. Navy ship Mercy is providing 1,000 beds in the San Pedro Harbor. St. Vincent Medical Center in Los Angeles, closed in January is being recommissioned for service.

FDC, if utilized, will have capacity for 1,100 beds. They would set aside 200 for developmentally disabled individuals and 900 for acute care patients.

New affordable apartments for seniors coming to Santa Ana

Posted on April 1, 2020 by Editor Posted in Affordable Housing, Housing, Santa Ana, Seniors Leave a comment

Metro East Senior Park is a brand new, affordable, senior apartment community currently under construction at 2222 E. First St., Santa Ana. Metro East Senior Park includes 418 studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. All of these affordable housing units are restricted for seniors age 62 and over.

Amenities will include a community club house, elevators, ADA access, computer center, fitness area, garage parking, courtyard terrace, roof deck, multiple on-site laundry facilities, fully equipped kitchens, central heat and air conditioning and more.

Metro East Senior Park is now accepting interest list guest cards online and by phone.

To apply online: www.conamwaitlist.com/metro-east-senior-park
To apply by phone: (818) 956-1587

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact ConAm Management at (818) 956-1587 or by e-mail at gsilva@conam.com.

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Metro East Senior Park es una nueva, económico, departamentos para personas mayores actualmente en construcción en 2222 E. First St., Santa Ana. Metro East Senior Park incluye 418 – estudios, una- y dos recamaras. Todos los departamentos son para personas mayores de 62 años o más.

Las comodidades incluirán una casa club de la comunidad, elevadores, acceso ADA, centro de computadora, sala de fitness, estacionamiento del garaje, terraza del patio, cubierta de la azotea, lavandería, cocinas totalmente equipadas, calefacción central y aire acondicionado y más.

Metro East Senior Park ahora está aceptando tarjetas de invitados para la lista de intereses en línea y por teléfono.

Para solicitar en línea: www.conamwaitlist.com/metro-east-senior-park
Aplicar por teléfono: (818) 956-1587

Si tiene alguna pregunta o desea información adicional, no dude en llamar ConAm Management a (818) 956-1587 o enviarme un correo electrónico a gsilva@conam.com.

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Metro East Senior Park là một cộng đồng nhà chúng cư cao niên hoàn toàn mới, hợp túi tiền, hiện đang được xây dựng tại số 2222 East First Street, Santa Ana. Metro East Senior Park bao gồm 418 – căn hộ đơn giản, các căn hộ loại một phòng ngủ và hai phòng ngủ. Tất cả các căn hộ này là dành cho cao niên từ 62 tuổi trở lên.

Các tiện nghi nội thất sẽ bao gồm một câu lạc bộ cộng đồng, các thang máy, tiện nghi cho người tàn tật sử dụng, phòng máy vi tính, phòng thể dục, hầm đậu xe, sân hiên bên ngoài, tầng thượng, có nhiều tiện nghi để giặt giũ ngay tại chỗ, nhà bếp hoàn chỉnh với nhiều trang bị, máy sưởi và máy điều hòa không khí trung tâm và nhiều điều khác nữa.

Metro East Senior Park hiện đang nhận đơn trực tuyến và qua điện thoại, của những khách có ý muốn vào xin vào cư ngụ.

Để nộp đơn trực tuyến: www.conamwaitlist.com/metro-east-senior-park
Để nộp đơn qua điện thoại: (818) 956-1587

Nếu quý vị có bất cứ điều gì thắc mắc hoặc muốn có thêm thông tin, xin hãy gọi Con
Am Management (818) 956-1587 hoặc email cho tôi: gsilva@conam.com.

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