Official Website of The City of Maywood, California

LATEST NEWS FROM THE CITY OF MAYWOOD REGARDING COVID-19

On May 7th the City of Maywood released an official statement regarding the openings of non-essential businesses. MAY 8TH City Notice_.pdf | County of Los Angeles Public health-RoadmapToRecovery.pdf

On April 8th City Council passed an Urgency Ordinance (No. 20-03-U) that gives Enforcement Officials the ability to issue administrative citations in an amount off $1,000.00 per violation; if they are found to be violating County of Los Angeles Public health Officer's Stay at Home Order. URGENCY ORDINANCE APRIL 8TH.pdf | Aviso 8 de abril .pdf

Ordinance (No. 20-03-U) SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA-1.pdf Resolution D.A. Item No 1-Ord Reso-City of Maywood.pdf

Additionally, Mayor Eddie De La Riva extended his gratitude to the County of Los Angeles for entering in a short-term lease with the Quality Inn. & Suites at The Bicycle Casino, in Bell Gardens, as a necessary asset to combat COVID-19. | COVID-19 Relief in Southeast Cities.pdf

On March 30, 2020 the City of Maywood issued a notice guiding tenants through the qualifications of eviction relief under Governor Newsom's Executive Order and the Urgency Ordinance declared by the City of Maywood. The City also issued a fillable notification for tenants to present to their landlords in the event they meet the qualifications for relief:

Eviction Notice Release | Notice to Landlord Form - Fillable

The City of Maywood followed up with a notice on the current impacts on the community set forth on March 20th: City Impacts on the Community of Maywood.pdf

Effective March 19th, the City announced the immediate closure of all parks and playgrounds in order to sustain the virus and reduce the exposure to our residents until further notice: Notificacion-Cierre de Parque | Notification- Park Closure.

Effective March 17, 2020 the council passed an Emergency Ordinance (20-01-U) declaring the City of Maywood under a State of Emergency: 20-01-U -An Urgency Ordinance Adopting Emergency Regulations Related to Tenant Evictions

Additionally, on this day the council passed an Urgency Ordinance to establish restrictions on excessive and unjustified increases in Consumer Prices during a declared State of Emergency: 20-02-U An Urgency Ordinance Establishing Restrictions on unjustified increases in Consumer Prices

On March 13, 2020, Jennifer Vasquez, our City Manager issued a Proclamation of Local Emergency: City of Maywood Proclamation of Local Emergency

A press release was issued by the City of Maywood on the same day detailing the impacts of the city services and the city meetings for the month of March: Press Release

FOOD RESOURCES

Senior Food Distribution Program

The Senior Food Distribution that typically takes place on the third Thursday of every month at the Southeast Rio Vista YMCA at 4801 E. 58 ^th St. has transferred over to home deliveries only by the Los Angeles Food Bank. Seniors 60 years of age and older will be able to participate. You do not need to be a Maywood Resident in order to participate in this program. Contact the LA FOOD BANK if you have any issues with delivery or would like to participate in this program 323-234-3030 ext. 170

If you or someone you know is a Maywood senior resident in need of assistance due to COVID-19, please contact the City Hall at (323) 562-5700

Mobile Food Pantry

The City of Maywood and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank have partnered up to distribute food products to the Maywood Community. Distributions are on the fourth Thursday of every month and held at Maywood City Hall, 4319 E. Slauson Ave., Maywood 90270. There are no requirements for this program and you do not need to be a Maywood Resident. Distribution will begin at 1pm-3pm (or until all food products have been distributed). If you need more information, please call 323.562.5705.

FOOD RESOURCES NEAR MAYWOOD, CA
ORGANIZATION	LOCATION	PHONE	HOURS OF OPERATION	Notes:
Bethany Church	17054 Bixby Ave Bell Flower, CA	562-866-1812	Tuesday 2:00pm-3pm, 4pm-5pm; Wednesday 4:15-5:15 pm
Holy Redeemer Lutheran	14515 Blaine Ave. Bell Flower CA	562-867-0714	Friday 9:00am-10:3-am
St. Gertrude’s Conference	7025 Garfield Ave. 90201 Bell Gardens, CA	562-927-4495	2^ND & 4^th Friday 9am-10am	First come, first serve
St Helens Church	9314 Madison Ave 90280 South Gate CA	323-563-3522	4^TH Saturday 8:00am-10am	First come, first serve
MA.C.E.S	5800 King Ave 90270 Maywood CA		7am-11am M-F	Meal program for students, students are not obligated to show up to receive the meals.
Ellen Ochoa Learning Center	5027 Live Oak St. 90201 Cudahy CA		7AM-11AM M-F	Meal program for students, students are not obligated to show up to receive the meals.
South east rio vista YMCA Maywood	4801 E. 58^th St, Maywood CA 90270		11am-2pm M-W	All are welcome.
Shield for Families	11705 Deputy Yamamoto Place 90262 Lynwood CA	323-242-5000 EXT 40200 for additional questions	10am-2pm every Thursday	First come first serve.
Salvation Army Bell Flower Access Center	9644 Cedar St, Bell Flower, CA 90706	562 804 0808	M-F AT 11:30	Bag lunches

CAL FRESH

On April, CalFresh recipients will receive an Emergency Allotment (EA) on their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card. This benefit was authorized by House Resolution 6201 – The Families First Act signed into law on March 18, 2020 in response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. There will be two EA’s issued; one on April 11 and one on May 10. The first EA will be for any household that received CalFresh in March and the second EA for any household that received CalFresh in April.

Contact Los Angeles County to begin your application:

310-251-8152

https://www.getcalfresh.org/

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Jewish Free Loan Association is offering no-fee and interest-free loans to cover small business losses. Additionally, the loans cover:

Lost wages because you can't go into work
Child care costs when schools are closed.
Funds lost due to cancelled travel plans and more.

https://www.jfla.org/coronavirus-loans

Benefits for Workers Impacted by COVID-19

In the face of the COVID-19, the Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) wants to keep workers, employers, co-workers, and families safe. What employees are entitled to may be confusing. We are trying to make it easier and spread awareness through this centralized source of info. Use the guidance below to determine what is best for you, your family, and your workplace.

https://www.labor.ca.gov/coronavirus2019/#chart

Employment Development Department:
Learn how to apply for Unemployment Insurance:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQKrICx80H8&feature=youtu.be

Legal Aid at Work provides clarity about Undocumented Workers’ Employment Rights, as well as a Coronavirus FAQs in English and Spanish.

https://legalaidatwork.org/factsheet/undocumented-workers-employment-rights/

TESTING

UPDATED APRIL 17, 2020

Free, same-day tests now available for all LA County residents with #COVID19 symptoms (fever, cough, difficulty breathing).

The following do not affect eligibility:
•Immigration status
•Insurance status
•Age
•Underlying health issues

Make appt: http://lacovidprod.service-now.com/rrs

SENIORS

In-Home COVID-19 testing available for seniors (Helping Hands LA)

To schedule an appointment, contact Sean Markie at 818 279 6580 or seanm@helpinghandsla.org

Free Delivery Service for Seniors

Critical Delivery Service will deliver groceries, household items, and other vital necessities to LA County residents who are unable to leave their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Deliveries can be made:

-24 hours a day

-7 days a week

Call 1-888-863-7411 to request your service

FAMILY RESOURCES

Governor Newsom has announced a great new resource to help essential workers find child care: http://mychildcare.ca.gov.

Californians working in essential sectors during the coronavirus (COVID-19) response need safe, reliable, and accessible childcare options. MyChildCare.ca.gov provides an interactive map of qualified licensed childcare providers near you. The tool is available in English and Spanish.

To find childcare go to MyChildCare.ca.gov and search by location, health and safety details, ages of children, capacity, and hours of care.

If you have questions about the provider, your local childcare resource and referral agency can help. They can also help you understand childcare options and how to access childcare subsidies.

If you are a licensed childcare provider, your work is essential. Please work with your local childcare resource and referral agency to update your hours of operation and availability.

SHIELDS FOR FAMILIES

"Happier and Safer at Home Handbook"

Shields has developed a handbook that includes food and essential items, as well as family activities and information on COVID-19.

SHIELDS Happier Safer AT Home Handbook Time Capsule FINAL.pdf

HOMELESS

NIXLE ALERTS

If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, please visit the LAHOP Portal to ensure the appropriate regional coordinator can deploy staff to provide outreach services.

To learn more visit lahop.org or click the link to follow the guide

LA HOP Talking Points.pdf

COVID-19 Related Questions

Stay safe and informed by getting alerts directly from the City of Maywood regarding COVID-19. Text MAYWOODCOVID to 888777 or register online.

2-1-1 FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY

2-1-1 is a non-emergency, confidential, 3-digit phone number and service that provides easy access to housing information, and critical health and human services. The information service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with multi-lingual capabilities. Community members may text "coronavirus" or "COVID19" to 211211 for information on how COVID-19 spreads, prevention & treatment, symptoms and more. In the case that an individual does not have access to a computer, by calling this number this service will help with registering for a COVID-19 testing site in the LA County.

COVID-19 PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE

Name

Phone number

Who is eligible to call

Hours of service

Non-English languages?

Department of Health Services and Department of Mental Health

323-274-3303

Service providers funded by DHS and DMH (including HFH and ODR) For questions related to COVID-19, but can also respond general questions

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

N/A

Dignity Health “Virtual Care Anywhere” (physicians trained in telehealth and COVID-19)

855-356-8053

Anyone, regardless of insurance coverage or status.

**Must be COVID-19 related

**Use coupon code “COVID19”

24/7

Some providers speak additional languages

For insurance-based advice from licensed nurses in your network view the guide bellow:

List of Insurance-Based 24-7 Nurse Advice Hotlines.pdf

LATEST NEWS FROM THE CITY OF MAYWOOD REGARDING COVID-19

FOOD RESOURCES

Senior Food Distribution Program

Mobile Food Pantry

FOOD RESOURCES NEAR MAYWOOD, CA

CAL FRESH

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

TESTING

HOMELESS

NIXLE ALERTS

COVID-19 Related Questions

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