April 1st is Census Day!

April 1st is National Census Day! By this date, every home should have received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home in one of three ways: 

• online, 

• by phone (844) 3...

Virtual Recreation Center

The City of South Gate Parks and Recreation Department encourages community members to continue to stay active, connected and enriched during this time. Click link to view a list of virtual recreation resources and activities.

Parking Enforcement Notice

The South Gate Police Department recognizes the need to work together with our citizens during this challenging time and to provide the best service we can to our residents and business partners. We understand that the closure of schools, travel limitatio...

AltaMed Evaluation Center for COVID-19

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 AltaM...

Report Price Gouging

Know your consumer rights and avoid price gouging. To make a report regarding price gouging, please call the LA County Department of Consumer & Business Affairs at (800) 593-8222, or make an online complaint at https://dcba.lacounty.gov/portf...

Business Resources During COVID-19

The County of Los Angeles is providing resources to businesses who have been affected by COVID-19. If any business owner needs tips and guidance to help your business, please call LA County`s Business Development Services number at (213) 810-1641 to recei...

Special Grocery Store Hours in South Gate

Many Supermarkets in South Gate are offering special shopping hours for seniors, expecting mothers and those with underlying health conditions to help keep people safe. Check out a list of them here so you can plan your next shopping trip. Stay Safe South...

Support South Gate Restaurants during COVID-19

During these difficult times, we urge South Gate residents to support our local restaurants. Here is a list of local restaurants currently open for take-out or delivery options. Hours of operations are subject to change. If there are any other South Gate ...

Support South Gate Business

The City of South Gate understands that recent health directives related to COVID-19 have heavily impacted local businesses. During these difficult times, the City will continue to support our local business community and encourage all residents to shop a...

Senior Wellness Hotline

City of South Gate employees are calling seniors who are vulnerable during the COVID-19 outbreak.  If you know any seniors that need assistance, please let us know!

Contact the City’s Senior Wellness Hotline at (323) 563-9525. 

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Governor Newsom Announces Major Financial Relief Package: 90-Day Mortgage Payment Relief

Governor Newman announced that financial institutions will provide major financial relief for millions of Californians suffering financially as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. The Governor secured support from Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase, U.S. Bank, and ...

Golden State Water Activates COVID-19 Action Plan

Golden State Water would like to reassure customers that the water they receive is safe to drink and meets all state and federal health and safety standards.

Temporary Office Closures

In an effort to protect customers and employees from the spread of COVID-...

Water Billing Payment Options Available during COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic the City is encouraging residents to pay their water bill online, by mail or drop off the payment in an envelope in the City’s drop box located outside of City Hall by the side entrance on Seaborg Way. The City will ...

City Council Meeting via Teleconference

Pursuant to Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20, dated March 17, 2020, the regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. will allow members of the public to participate and address the City Council during ...

What to do if you have symptoms or are exposed to COVID-19

If you have symptoms or think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, contact your health care provider or call 2-1-1 if you do not have a health care provider. Get more tips here: http://www.publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/Coronavirus/FAQ-Exposure.pdf&...

South Gate’s Water Quality Remains Unaffected By COVID-19

Providing safe and quality drinking water is a top priority. The City would like to reassure its water customers that you can continue to use and drink water from your tap as it remains safe to drink. The City is currently not aware of a scenario that wou...

Coronavirus: Safer at Home Update

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 ope...

City Hall Closed Until Further Notice

City Hall will be temporarily closed to pedestrian traffic until further notice to reduce the spread of Coronavirus (COVID19).  These are precautionary measures to protect the community and City employees. All City services will still be provided...

Local Resources Available due to COVID-19

Please visit the City’s website to find local resources available due to COVID-19 such as food pantries, student resources, small business assistance and more!

Proclamation Declaring the Existence of a Local Emergency

Executive Order to Restrict Eviction of Commercial and Residential Tenants

City's Dedicated Page for COVID-19 Updates and Resources

The City has a dedicated page on its website that provides COVID-19 updates and resources. To stay informed, sign up on Notify Me to receive City updates and emergency alerts via email and text messages at https://cityofsouthgate.org/list.aspx. You can al...

Super A Foods Market to Open One Hour Early for Senior Shopping!

Super A Market in South Gate will open one hour early to allow Seniors 65 years and up to exclusively shop during the hours of 7:00am- 8:00am before the store opens to the general public. Super A is located at 8116 California Ave, South Gate, CA 90280.

Small Business Assistance!

The SBA will work directly with state Governors to provide targeted, low-interest loans to small businesses and non-profits that have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program provides ...

Northgate Market to Open Stores Early to Help Elderly & Disabled

Northgate González Market announced today it will now open all 41 stores one hour early starting Tuesday, March 17 at 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. for seniors 65-years and older and disabled.

Stores will remain open for the general public from 8 a.m. to 8 p...

Utility Service Providers' Response to Financial Challenges Due to COVID-19

To help with financial challenges 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 informati...

City events and recreation classes cancelled due to coronavirus

In an effort to limit the spread of the coronavirus and out of an abundance of caution for public safety, the City of South Gate is canceling or postponing city events and recreation classes effective Friday, March 13 until further notice.

Events Postponed...

Complete the 2020 Census!

Starting today (March 12), the US Census Bureau will begin mailing the invitation to complete the Census to all homes. The Census happens every ten years and data collected from the census provides a guideline on how to distribute more than $675 billion i...

Azalea Festival Postponed Until Further Notice

As a precautionary measure, the remaining events for the Azalea Festival will be postponed until further notice. Please contact your organizer for updates. 

Our primary goal always is the safety of our residents and we will continue to provide any...

South Gate Vista

The Spring 2020 City newsletter and recreation guide is now available!

2020 Census - Job Opportunities

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary positions across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count! The South Gate/ Commerce Office is now accepting applications for all positions and the wages vary from $22....

Residential and Commercial Rebates for Water-Efficient Devices

Parking Restriction Update

The new time restrictions give the public an additional 4.5 hours of parking
time, and offer three reduced time periods.

South Gate City Council Special Meeting- This Saturday

Join the South Gate City Council for a community conversation and information sharing discussion on the Delta Air Lines fuel dump incident. The meeting will take place on Saturday, January 25th from 3 to 5 PM at the South Gate Municipal Auditorium located...

Senior Wellness Hotline

City of South Gate employees are calling seniors who are vulnerable during the COVID-19 outbreak.  If you know any seniors that need assistance, please let us know!

Contact the City’s Senior Wellness Hotline at (323) 563-9525. 

Virtual Recreation Center

The City of South Gate Parks and Recreation Department encourages community members to continue to stay active, connected and enriched during this time. Click link to view a list of virtual recreation resources and activities.

Azalea Festival Postponed Until Further Notice

As a precautionary measure, the remaining events for the Azalea Festival will be postponed until further notice. Please contact your organizer for updates. 

Our primary goal always is the safety of our residents and we will continue to provide any...

Spring 2020 Class registrations open Monday, February 24

Spring 2020 Class registrations open Monday, February 24 and classes will begin the week of March 23. Take a look at our Spring 2020 Vista – City Newsletter and Parks & Recreation Guide for all the classes and programs available!

Military Recognition

Introducing active and veteran military memberships & discounts! Active Military will need to show proper military identification. Veterans will need to show their DD214. For more info contact the Sports Center at (323) 563-5445.

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Coronavirus Parking Enforcement

The South Gate Police Department along with the Staff from other City Departments have been working tirelessly to address the national Coronavirus crisis while providing the best service possible to the residents and business partners in South Gate. We un...

Coronavirus Information