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Governor Newsom Announces New Help for Small Businesses & Workers Displaced by COVID-19

4/2/2020

BEGINNING TOMORROW: Federal government offering first-come, first-serve loans of up to $10 million for small employers

Governor Newsom announces $50 million in loan guarantees for small businesses that may not be eligible for federal relief

Governor joins Bitwise Industries in announcing OnwardCa.org, a platform connecting COVID-19 displaced workers with over 70,000 job opportunities in critical industries

State is also allowing small businesses to defer payment of sales and use taxes of up to $50,000, for up to 12 months

HOW BUSINESSES AND NON-PROFITS CAN ACCESS SBA RESOURCES DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY

4/2/2020

Dear Business Leader:

During these uncertain times, many business owners are seeking relief to keep their businesses afloat and take care of their employees. As you know, the CARES Act, allocated $349 billion for the Payment Protection Program, which will provide loans to businesses with up to 500 employees, nonprofits, independent contractors, and the self-employed.

COVID-19 Guide for Retail & Service Businesses

4/2/2020

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Region’s Water Agencies Collaborate to Ensure Water Security

4/2/2020

While we all share concerns over the health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing that you don’t need to worry about is the safety and reliability of our region’s drinking water.

Family Friendly Pride Festival Rescheduled for June 12, 2021

4/1/2020

Dear Pride by the Beach Supporter,

I am reaching out to you today with a personal note and important updates on our June 13 Pride Festival. On behalf of the North County LGBTQ Center and Pride by the Beach committee we hope that you find yourself well and safe during the recent COVID-19 Pandemic
We assure you that the vital, life saving services of the North County LGBTQ Center are still in operation and will continue long after the restrictions on social gatherings are lifted.

Scripps Health Announces $1 Million Donationby The Conrad Prebys Foundation

4/1/2020

SAN DIEGO – Scripps Health announced today that The Conrad Prebys Foundation has generously stepped up to support the San Diego community through a $1 million challenge match gift. This gift, coupled with matching donations from the community, will help front-line health care workers and make a meaningful impact in the fight against COVID-19.

INTRODUCINGSONIC PRINTED ART & ECO-SONIC ACOUSTIC PANELS

3/31/2020

SONIC PRINTED ART ACOUSTIC PANELS

Open up infinite possibilities for your creativity and imagination by providing acoustical performance and limitless design. The image can be printed as a singular panel or arrayed into multiple panels to cover larger surface areas.

This panel is suitable for framing, further extending décor possibilities.

Perfect for artwork, logos, or any image requiring a high resolution finish and acoustic absorption,

Spread the Word not the Germs

3/31/2020

FASTSIGNS Vista is offering resources to help protect your business, customers and employees. Contact us today for Coronavirus prevention posters.

A message for parents

3/31/2020

Dear Resident-
There’s no doubt these are stressful and uncertain times. And with all that’s going on, worrying about teen alcohol and drug use may not have even crossed your mind. There is a strong network of community-based prevention organizations here in San Diego County that hope to provide you tips and resources to help you and your family build strong connections, and not turn to alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other drugs to cope with stress and anxiety.

Telework Webinars to Support San Diego Region Employers

3/31/2020

Supporting you with telework webinars and resources

The SANDAG iCommute program has developed a telework webinar series for regional employers and employees as they shift to teleworking during the COVID-19 crisis. Additional resources for employers and teleworkers are available on the iCommuteSD.com/telework web page.

THEATERS RESPOND TO COVID with ONLINE PRODUCTIONS

3/30/2020

Susan Clausen, Owner of Clausen Communications and PR maven for Scripps Ranch Theatre, is joined by Ted Leib, Artistic Director for the Oceanside Theatre Company, to talk about their theaters’ on-going collaboration to co-produce an online reading of local playwright Casey Tibbitts’ play — Quiet Cross – on April 2. Clausen and Leib, who will both perform in Quiet Cross, discuss how COVID-19 has impacted each of their theaters. Listen to the full podcast now!

MiraCosta College Students Return from Spring Break

3/30/2020

On Monday, March 30, after a two week Spring Break, MiraCosta College students return to instruction by way of an online or remote modality. This may include Canvas, video/phone conferencing, email, and other options to teach and learn remotely.

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

3/30/2020

We are all deeply concerned about the spread of the coronavirus and its impact on our community, our families, and our loved ones. Please know that the Oceanside City Council, along with our entire City organization, are working with our colleagues in neighboring cities, the county, the state and congressional elected officials, non-profits, and our private sector partners to identify needs, resources, and services for our community. Oceanside’s Emergency Operations Center is activated and responding each day. We are working full speed to respond to the many concerns and needs we are hearing. I appreciate the way our community is coming together to address this situation.

Solutions Emergency Response

3/30/2020

(Source: Solutions for Change)
We are all in unchartered waters, trying to navigate through a situation that none of us have ever been in before. As you consider the needs and the impact that you can make on the surrounding community, we ask that you stay connected with Solutions for Change and our families:

MiraCosta College Resources Available to Students Affected by COVID-19

3/30/2020

MiraCosta College, in conjunction with the college’s Foundation, Computers 2 Kids, Nordson, and MiraCosta College Associated Student Government (ASG) announced the distribution of critical resources to support MiraCosta College students impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Items include, but are not limited to, food, technology, and gift cards. On Monday, March 30, from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. the first wave of laptops will be distributed to students in need with additional distribution dates to follow. The MiraCosta College Foundation has the goal to support 1,000 students in need of technology.

Complacency is the Enemy: Stop the Spread of this VirusWhile We Still Can

3/30/2020

SAN DIEGO – Scripps Health today released the following statement from its President and CEO Chris Van Gorder urging more action to contain the coronavirus.

Like health care providers across the country, Scripps is working with our fellow health systems and we are in regular contact with county officials, state legislators and health care officials. Scripps applauds the work that has been done to date -- California is one of very few states that have taken firm action and our county was willing to take action even before the state did.

County Official Seek Property Tax Deadline Extension

3/30/2020

San Diego County Supervisors Jim Desmond and Kristin Gaspar, along with Treasurer-Tax Collector Dan McAllister have reached out to Governor Gavin Newsom to seek protection for residents and businesses that are unable to pay their property tax bill by the April 10th deadline.

OCEANSIDE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE JOINS BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS ACROSS THE NATION TO DEMAND CHANGE IN BUSINESS CONTINUITY INSURANCE TO SAVE SMALL BUSINESSES

3/30/2020

OCEANSIDE CA - As many businesses have been justifiably anxious about how to keep their businesses afloat during this time of COVID-19, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce along with over 80 chambers of commerce and business associations across the nation created the Save Small Business Coalition (SSBC) to address exactly that concern. Businesses need cash now, period. The coalition, spanning 15 states, wants to empower a solution for both small businesses and the insurance industry, backed by the federal government.

OCEANSIDE CLOSES BEACH LOTS / PIER / PICNIC AREAS

3/26/2020

The City of Oceanside instated a hard closure of parking lots west of the train tracks, and a soft closure of beaches. The closure of parking lots has minimized occupancy and increased distancing at the beach. The soft closure of Oceanside beaches means that gatherings are not permitted. Active recreation such as walking, jogging, or surfing is acceptable, but people need to maintain their distance from others and not linger. Beach picnic areas are closed. City playgrounds are closed. Lifeguards are monitoring the beach and making reminders via speaker. Over 75 social distancing signs are placed.

OCEANSIDE CITY COUNCIL VOTES TO TEMPORARILY PROHIBIT EVICTIONSOF COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL TENANTS

3/26/2020

The City of Oceanside held a Special Meeting today to consider and approve an urgency ordinance which provides for a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Peter Weiss called for the Special Meeting following the Governor’s executive order that authorizes local governments to pause evictions for renters through May 31, 2020. The Council recognized that many Californians are experiencing substantial losses of income related to COVID-19 and acted to take measures to preserve and increase housing security to protect public health. Full text.

Frontwave Credit Union Supports Members During Coronavirus Crisis

3/26/2020

OCEANSIDE, CA – Frontwave Credit Union is offering several assistance programs to help its Members navigate financial challenges during the coronavirus outbreak.

a message from our friends at The Smile Generation

3/25/2020

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE COVID-19 UTILITY SERVICE RELIEF PROGRAM

3/25/2020

City of Oceanside to provide temporary relief of water, sewer and solid waste utility services for businesses during COVID-19 pandemic.

Oceanside, CA, March 24, 2020 – The City of Oceanside has created a utility service relief program for businesses that must remain closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal of the program is to support Oceanside’s local business community and provide relief for water, sewer and solid waste utility services by temporarily stopping all utility services and charges.

Stater Bros. Markets Expands Senior Shopping Time

3/25/2020

San Bernardino, California (March 25, 2020) – Effective Thursday, March 26, 2020 all 169 Stater Bros. Markets locations will open their doors from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. to provide seniors, 65 and over, a safe and less crowded shopping environment.

OCEANSIDE TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING TO PROHIBIT EVICTIONS

3/25/2020

The City of Oceanside will hold a Special Meeting on Thursday, March 26, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. to consider a ban on residential and commercial evictions during these trying times. Mayor Peter Weiss called for the Special Meeting following the Governor’s executive order that authorizes local governments to pause evictions for renters through May 31, 2020. “We need to protect our residents and business owners during the COVID-19 crisis,” said Mayor Weiss. “We need these protections now to reduce the stress our residents and businesses are already under, and to keep residents from potentially becoming homeless.”