The City of South Gate is working closely with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH) to monitor the novel coronavirus. Novel coronavirus (2019 nCoV) is a new, viral disease that produces symptoms similar to the flu or pneumonia.  As of April 6, 2020, DPH reported 58 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in South Gate. DPH is investigating the cases and will notify close contacts to assess and monitor them for signs and symptoms of illness. It is critically important that everyone adheres to all the social distancing measures and practice good public health hygiene, including washing hands as frequently as possible. 

COVID-19 Senior Call Center - (323) 563-9525

The City of South Gate is here for seniors to answer your questions regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, and connect you to available resources such as food pantries, mental health services and more. The Call Center at (323) 563-9525 operates daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

AltaMed Medical Group Evaluation Center

If you develop symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, cough or shortness of breath, and believe you have been exposed to coronavirus, call your primary physician first since they know your medical history. If you don’t have one, you can call AltaMed at (888) 499-9303 for evaluation, especially if you have other health conditions. It is important to call ahead before coming into the AltaMed clinic, so that staff can prepare and avoid putting you and others at risk. If you develop severe symptoms such as severe shortness of breath that require immediate medical evaluation, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. Patients must call (888) 499-9303 before visiting any center, 8627 Atlantic Avenue, South Gate, CA 90280.

Safer at Home Order

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 sectors.

• Safer At Home Order by the Los Angeles County of Public Health
• Executive Order by the State of California here (pdf).

Report a non-essential business operating

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
(888) 700-9995
Email: Ehmail@ph.lacounty.gov
File a complaint online 
You may also call the City’s Community Development Department to report the violation at (323) 563-9549.

Report prohibited gatherings of 10 people or more

South Gate Police Dispatch
(323) 563-5436

Report Price Gouging

(800) 593-8222 or file an online complaint

Price Gouging Flyer - English and Spanish

COVID-19 Business Resources, click here

City Updates Regarding COVID-19

• City Hall Closed until Further Notice
• City’s Virtual Recreation Center - Stay Active and Connected
• State of California benefits for workers impacted by COVID-19
• Los Angeles Unified Opens 60 Grab & Go Food Centers for students
• Notice of events and recreation class cancellations and Park facility closures_English
• Notificacion de cancelacion de eventos, clases de recreación y cierres_Spanish
• Loans available to small businesses and non-profits that have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• Suspension of Utility Service Disconnections
• Parking Enforcement Update
• Executive Order to Restrict Eviction of Commercial and Residential Tenants
• Proclamation Declaring the Existence of a Local Emergency
• South Gate’s Water Quality Remains Unaffected by COVID-19

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New Statewide Guidance

• Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Provide Expanded Access to Child Care for Essential Workers During COVID-19 Response
  
• Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Expand Telehealth Services 
  
• Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Protect Consumers from Price Gouging  
  
• Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order Protecting Homes, Small Businesses from Water Shutoffs
  
• Governor Newsom Launches Campaign to Protect Health and Well-Being of Older Californians During COVID-19 Pandemic
• Governor Newsom Announces California Health Corps, a Major Initiative to Expand Health Care Workforce to Fight COVID-19
• Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order Providing Relief to CA Small Businesses
• Governor Newsom Announces Major Financial Relief Package: 90-Day Mortgage Payment Relief During COVID-19 Crisis
  
• Governor Newsom Signs Executive Order to Allow Timely Delivery of Vital Goods During COVID-19 Outbreak
• California Releases New COVID-19 Guidance for K-12 Schools 
• Governor Newsom Places National Guard Personnel on Alert to Support COVID-19 Community Readiness 
• Governor Newsom Signs Emergency Legislation to Fight COVID-19
• California Requests Federal Government Waiver to Cover Medi-Cal Recipients and Expand Tele-Health Options

Latest News of COVID-19 

Visit the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, click here

Suspension of Utility Service Disconnections

To help families with financial hardship due to COVID-19, the City’s Water Division, SoCalGas and Southern California Edison are not suspending service or disconnecting customers who are unable to pay their bill until further notice. For more information, contact the service provider below:

City Water Division: (323) 563-9586 

Southern California Edison: 1-800-655-4555

SoCalGas: 1-800-427-2200

Frequently Asked Questions

• LA County Department of Public Health FAQs - English
• LA County Department of Public Health FAQs - Spanish

Resources

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Infectious Disease Preparedness for Homeless Assistance Providers
• What you need to know about handwashing Video
• COVID-19 Symptoms -English / Spanish
• Stop the Spread of Germs- English / Spanish
• Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• Update on Closures at LA County Parks (March 16, 2020)
• The President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America
• LA County Library Closures and Updates
• Free access to Spectrum Wi-Fi for 60 Days for K-12 and college students.
• Free access to L’il Libros worksheets for kids.
• Free educational PBS daytime programming designated for each grade level.
• MIND Research Institute is offering no cost access to a free math instructional program for students in grades K-8. For more information, click here.
• Scholastic offers free, online learning experiences for kids of all ages. For more information, click here.
• For the closest food pantry/bank to you, visit: Los Angeles Food Bank Pantry Locator
• Everytable is offering meals to everyone. Food distribution for seniors who need food brought to their homes. Food available for students. Call for more information (323) 458 - 6487.
• The Los Angeles Tenants Union is providing support around evictions. Find your local union here.
• Seniors in South Gate, Lynwood, Compton & Watts who need food delivery, call Greater Emmanuel Temple at (424) 296.0400.
• Mental Health: Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, Access Center 24/7 Helpline (800) 854-7771.
• Food Pantry, Southeast Churches Service Center, 2780 East Gage Avenue, Huntington Park, CA. 90255. Phone: (323) 585-8254.
• LA County Business and Worker Resource & Disaster Help Center
• City’s Virtual Recreation Center - Stay Active and Connected