MODESTO OPENAIR INITIATIVE
The City has launched the Modesto OpenAir Temporary Outdoor Dining Initiative. This initiative is in response to Governor Newsom’s July 1, 2020 and Stanislaus County Public Health order of July 13, 2020 prohibiting indoor food service. Restaurants may use this opportunity to expand seating outdoors to remain open while mitigating the spread of COVID-19.

The City has worked with urgency to formally allow our small business owners to stay open, while remaining compliant with all local, state, and federal requirements.

Modesto’s OpenAir program will temporarily replace existing encroachment policies, eliminate fees, and expedite restaurant applications to expand seating outdoors on Public Rights of Way (ROW) or on private property.

While City staff learns to adapt to smaller budgets and accept additional workloads—staff is committed to service, and will review applications within three (3) businesses days from submission. This initiative is subject to change, and expires when the local emergency declaration is lifted or if stricter shelter-in-place orders become effective.

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JUNIOR GIANTS ENROLLMENT

We are excited to announce that Junior Giants at Home has been extended for another four weeks! Register today for our Extra Innings Season - your final chance to join a virtual team this summer. Live, online practices begin on Monday, August 3^rd.
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Do you have a Junior Giant player that is entering the 8th grade this upcoming school year and has participated in our Junior Giants at Home program?

The Harmon and Sue Burns Scholarship application is now open. Apply for the opportunity to receive a $5,000 college scholarship. Deadline to apply is August 9, 2020.
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WE'RE HERE FOR YOU, NO MATTER WHAT!

If you've been financially impacted by COVID-19, you're not alone. We would like to reassure you that our water and sewer utilities are continuing essential work functions to provide clean and safe water service during the COVID-19 pandemic. If COVID-19 has impacted your ability to pay your utility bill, we are here to offer any assistance we can, including payment extensions and payment arrangements based on your individual needs. We also encourage you to check out our online bill pay portal for easy and convenient online payment options. (209) 577-5395, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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2-1-1 CALL CENTER

Call 2-1-1 or 1-877-211-7826 if you need Health and Human Services information or have questions about COVID-19. For more information you can also visit:
www.stanislauscounty211.org

NEED A LIFE JACKET?

Did you know that you can borrow a life jacket when you need one? We have sizes from infant to adult. If you are going to be around a body of water, make sure you have the correct size for the whole family. Learn More

SPECIAL THANKS!

We wish to express our thanks to The Park at Modesto Independent Living for providing disposable masks to be given out to seniors during the weekly meal distribution. Our deepest gratitude for their generosity and dedication to helping area seniors.