VIDEO: Coronavirus Update From Temecula City Manager

TEMECULA, CA — Temecula City Manager Aaron Adams delivered his weekly COVID-19 video update to the community on Wednesday, and offered several reminders. Watch his message above. Here is a synopsis from this week's segment:

—The city has set up a hotline at 951-506-5111 for COVID-19 concerns. Residents and business owners may also inquire online or via the city's app: https://temeculaca.gov/contact

—The city recently held a sold-out blood drive. The next city-sponsored drive will be held May 4. In the meantime, Temecula Promenade and the American Red Cross have partnered to host drives through April. Get more information here.

—City parks are closed, including restrooms and parking lots. However, residents may use parks' open space for exercise, although gathering of any kind is not allowed. Adams asked residents to please use parks nearest their homes instead of traveling to distant facilities.

—Seniors and students from low-income families continue to be high priority amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Adams said. Student lunches are being provided at these three school locations. For more information about programs for seniors, including the Home Delivered Meals Program, click here. NOTE: Springs Charter Schools' Temecula Student Center, 43040 Margarita Rd., Temecula, also has free grab and go meals for low income families. Click here for more details.

—If you are struggling financially during this time, the city has set up a portal that lists various programs families and businesses may be eligible for. Click here.

—City Hall continues to operate virtually. Citizens may still call the city or reach out online at https://temeculaca.gov/.

—The next Temecula City Council meeting is April 28.

Watch the attached video for the latest from Adams.

As of Wednesday morning, the City of Temecula has 68 confirmed COVID-19 cases and zero deaths.

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