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City of Tustin’s Updated Draft Housing Element

DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE

The Draft Housing Element Update document will be available for public review and comment from June 30, 2021 through July 30, 2021. Comments must be submitted, in writing, before 5:00 p.m. on July 30, 2021 via email to:&nbs...

Virtual Residential Parking Community Meeting & Parking Survey

The City of Tustin invites you to participate in a virtual discussion about residential parking on July 7 at 6:00pm via zoom.

To join the discussion:

https://zoom.us

Webinar ID: 910 5654 5530

Passcode: 961814

or

Dial by your location

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California Moves Beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy

Today, the State of California exited the “Blueprint for a Safer Economy” tier system thanks to vaccination rates and low transmission of COVID-19.  All business sectors subject to the Blueprint may now return to “us...

City of Tustin Communications and Customer Engagement Survey

The City of Tustin is in the process of developing the City’s first communications plan, a plan that will guide the City’s communications with the community, now and in the future.  

We want to hear your honest feedba...

Emergency Rental Assistance Program for OC Renters

The County will offer rental households, up to $10,000 in financial assistance for unpaid rent or utility bills due to the impact of COVID-19. 

Applications are being accepted through April 30th, 2021. To apply and find out more information, visit...

Orange County Moves to the Orange Tier on March 31, 2021

Strategic Plan Workshops

The City Council encourages all to participate in the upcoming Strategic Plan Workshops. The Strategic Plan will provide the framework to guide the future of the City of Tustin.

WHEN: 

• April 14 at 4:15pm 
• May 12 at 4:15pm

WHERE:

• ZOOM MEETING:...

Orange County Returns to the Red Tier on Sunday, 3/14 Easing Restrictions for Specific Industries

The County of Orange has released the following information:

On March 12, 2021, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced that 2 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered to Californians in some of the state’s har...

Tustin Awarded National Tree City USA Status for 25th Consecutive Year

On Wednesday, March 10th, the City of Tustin will celebrate the 25th Consecutive Arbor Day. In honor of this day, the City planted a Quercus Virginiana tree at Laurel Glen Park located at 13301 Myford Road. The planting was done at an earlier date. A vide...

Disneyland Resort Super POD Site to Close Temporarily

This information is being shared on behalf of the County of Orange:

The Disneyland Resort Super POD site will close temporarily, due to a lack of vaccine supply. Severe weather across the country has delayed delivery of COVID-19 vaccine supplies across the...

County of Orange Launches Emergency Rental Assistance Program Beginning February 1

The following information was released by the County of Orange:

The County of Orange will launch an Emergency Rental Assistance program on February 1, 2021 and will accept applications for a period of one month from eligible renter households with unpaid r...

Governor Newsom, Legislative Leaders Issue Statement on Eviction Moratorium Extension

State of California Moves County of Orange to Purple Tier Effective Immediately

This information is being shared on behalf of the County of Orange:

Officials with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today ended the Regional Stay at Home Order, lifting the order for all regions statewide, including Southern California. Fo...

Sandbags Available for Tustin Residents and Businesses

Rain is forecast for the weekend beginning on Friday, Jan. 22. 

The City of Tustin is offering residents and businesses free, fill-your-own sandbags in order to help protect personal property from rain and mud. 

Self service sandbags can b...

Late Night, Early Morning Construction Work Required for Sewer Line Rehab Work 1/21-1/22

Irvine Ranch Water District contractors have been rehabilitating a sewer line adjacent to the Tustin Field 1 community. 

This work will require continual, around-the-clock construction beginning at 7am Thursday, January 21, & continuing throug...

Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing for Exclusively for Tustin Residents

The City of Tustin and Families Together Community Health Center are offering free drive-thru COVID-19 testing on Mondays, December 14-January 25th, exclusively for Tustin residents. 

No appointment is necessary and testing is done on a first come...

Governor Newsom Announces Statewide Smart Phone Tool Designed to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

This information is being shared on behalf of Governor Newsome's Office: 

New digital tool will officially launch on December 10, allowing Apple and Google smart phone users to help slow the spread by opting in to receive COVID-19 exposur...

Southern California Region Impacted by State’s Regional Stay at Home Order

This information was released by the County of Orange: 

Today the Southern California Region dropped below the 15 percent Intensive Care Unit ( capacity thereby triggering the state of California’s Regional Stay at Home Order as was announced on D...

Holiday Season in Tustin to Include Drive-Through Tree Lighting

The Tustin City Council and Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to celebrate the Christmas season with a drive-through Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 5, from 5pm to 7pm in the Tustin Library parking lot located at 345 E. Main Street...

Governor Newsom Announces Immediate Assistance for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

On Monday, November 30, 2020, Governor Newsom announced several new financial assistance programs for businesses and nonprofits in California. 

The programs include:

-    Extension of temporary tax relief for businesses

-&...

State Issues Limited Stay at Home Order to Slow Spread of COVID-19

NON-ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES AND PERSONAL GATHERINGS ARE PROHIBITED BETWEEN 10 PM AND 5 AM BEGINNING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 AT 10 PM

In light of an unprecedented, rapid rise in COVID-19 cases across California, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Departmen...

Veterans Memorial Paver Program

The Tustin City Council and Parks and Recreation Department are proud to announce applications are now being accepted for the Veterans Memorial Paver Program at Veterans Sports Park. 

The Veterans Memorial Paver Program includes a 4’x8&a...

New Restrictions as Orange County Moves Back to Purple Tier

Governor Newsom announced today that most California counties, including Orange County, are moving back to the the Purple Tier of the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy effective tomorrow, November 17. The Purple Tier is the state's most restrictive ti...

Governor Newsom Announces New Immediate Actions to Curb COVID-19 Transmission

This information is being shared on behalf of a Press Release issued by Governor Newsom:

Governor Newsom Announces New Immediate Actions to Curb COVID-19 Transmission

Published: Nov 16, 2020

CDPH Guidance for the Prevention of COVID-19 Transmission for Gatherings

This information is being shared on behalf of the California Department of Public Health

CDPH Guidance for the Prevention of COVID-19 Transmission for Gatherings 

This guidance provides an updated plan for Californians to gather outside their house...

COVID-19: County of Orange and Tier Status Update

California, Oregon & Washington Issue Travel Advisories

In light of rising cases, West Coast states issue travel advisories recommending 14-day quarantines for inter-state and international travel; ask residents to stay local.

To view the advisory, visit: California, Oregon & Washington Issue Travel Adviso...

25th Annual Mayoral State of the City Address Featuring Mayor Bernstein

The community is invited to the 25th Annual Tustin Mayoral State of the City Address on November 19 at 6:30pm via YouTube.  Tickets can be purchased at tustinchamber.org and each ticket includes a $30 voucher to 5 great Tustin r...

City of Tustin Requests Voluntary Evacuations Due to the Silverado Fire

The Tustin Police Department is currently working with the Irvine Police Department to assist with mandatory evacuations in the City of Irvine due to the Silverado Fire.  At this time, the City of Tustin and the Tustin Police Department are reque...

Senior Citizen Heat Advisory Issued

Beginning Tuesday, September 29, 2020, and lasting through Friday, October 2, 2020, and longer should temperatures sustain 95 degrees or higher, the Tustin Area Senior Center will be open from 10 am – 5 pm, the warmest hours of the day,...

City of Tustin and Brookfield Residential Renew Plan for 400 New Homes

TUSTIN, Calif, (September 9, 2020) —The City of Tustin and Brookfield Residential (Brookfield Homes Southern California LLC) have announced the renewal of their commitment to develop a new 400-home community at Tustin ...

County of Orange Moves to Red Tier, Re-Opens More of Orange County County

County of Orange Moves to Red Tier, Re-Opens More of Orange County

County Health Officer Issues Related, New Orders and Strong Recommendations

(PLEASE NOTE: The following information was announced today by the County of Orange.)

Santa Ana, Calif. (September ...

Senior Citizen Heat Advisory Issued

Beginning Saturday, September 5, 2020, and lasting through Monday, September 7, 2020, and longer should temperatures sustain 95 degrees or higher, the Tustin Area Senior Center will be open from 10 am – 5 pm, the warmest hours of the day, as a r...

Peppertree Park Restroom Expansion and Playground Renovation

Peppertree Park, built in 1972 and located adjacent to the Tustin Area Senior Center, is highly utilized for a variety of enjoyable community activities, including Concerts in the Park, Movies in the Park, Lobster Fest, and Chili Cook-Off.

The Peppertree P...

Senior Citizen Heat Advisory Issued

Beginning Tuesday, August 18, 2020, and lasting through Thursday, August 20, 2020, and longer should temperatures sustain 95 degrees or higher, the Tustin Area Senior Center will be open from 10 am – 5 pm, the warmest hours of the day, as a resp...

Senior Citizen Heat Advisory Issued

Beginning Friday, August 14, 2020, and lasting through Sunday, August 16, 2020, and longer should temperatures sustain 95 degrees or higher, the Tustin Area Senior Center will be open from 10 am – 5 pm, the warmest hours of the day, as a respite...

Love Birds Land in Tustin

Those who love art and birds are enjoying the new Love Birds mural at Laurel Glen Park in Tustin. The mural, completed in mid-July 2020, adorns the exterior of the restroom building, and may be viewed from the intersection of Myford Road and Heritage Way....

City of Tustin Commences Small Business Emergency Grant Program Phase II

The City of Tustin has partnered with the Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE-SBDC) to develop the Small Business Emergency Grant Program Phase II to provide vital economic support to small businesses needing assistance in ...

City of Tustin Launches Grant Program to Help Local Businesses Comply with Public Health Orders

In response to the restrictions placed on indoor activities due to COVID-19 related State and County Public Health Orders, the City of Tustin is pleased to announce the launch of the Temporary Outdoor Expansion Grant Program (Program) which will provide f...

County of Orange Opens Up Free Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing at the Anaheim Convention Center

This information is being shared on behalf of the County of Orange:

In a model private-public partnership, the County of Orange announced that thanks to a collaboration with 360 Clinic and the City of Anaheim, the County will be able to significantly incre...

Governor Orders New Immediate Closures

Today Governor Newsom announced statewide closures of many indoor operations and closures of additional indoor operations in counties on the State’s monitoring list, including Orange County.

Effective immediately, Orange County and other...

Youth Sports Practices Postponed in Orange County Due to New State Guidance

This information is being shared on behalf of the County of Orange.

The State of California has recently amended its guidance regarding youth sports practices, team drills and training and will no longer allow them to occur throughout the state.

The State&a...

Tustin’s July 4th Fireworks Display Cancelled at Governor’s Recommendation

At a live press conference on July 1, 2020, Governor Newsom Ordered the closure of Orange County bars, restaurants and various other business sectors to slow community transmission of COVID-19 for a minimum of three weeks. The Governor and the State Depar...

Governor Newsom Orders Additional Action to Slow Community Transmission.

Today Governor Gavin Newsom ordered the closure of all bars, restaurants and various other business sectors for a minimum of three weeks.

The following information is being shared on behalf of the California Department of Public Health.  

Date: Jul...

Bars Ordered Closed in Orange County, Effective July 2.

This information is being shared on behalf of the County of Orange

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Molly NicholsonPublic Information Manager(714) 834-7218

 Bars Ordered Closed in Orange County, California Effective July 2

Santa Ana, Calif. (July 1, 20...

A Message from Tustin Police Chief Stu Greenberg

In the current climate, law enforcement practices and policies are being scrutinized more than ever. Questions are continually being raised about police use of force, the type and frequency of training officers receive, and what law enforcement is doing t...

Acting County Health Officer Approves Re-opening of Specific, Additional Industries and Issues New O

This information is being shared on behalf of the OC Health Care Agency 

On Friday, June 12, 2020, Dr. Clayton Chau, Acting County Health Officer, will approve the re-opening of certain additional industries in Orange County, Cal...

City of Tustin Commences Small Business Emergency Grant Program

The City of Tustin has partnered with the Orange County/Inland Empire Small Business Development Center (OCIE-SBDC) to develop a Small Business Emergency Grant Program to provide vital economic support to small businesses needing assistance in overcoming ...

City Council Approves $3 Million CARES Program – Response to Covid-19

On June 2, 2020, the Tustin City Council unanimously voted to approve the Tustin $3 Million CARES Program.  The Tustin “Covid-19 Aid, Relief, and Economic Security” (CARES) Program will provide $3 Million of emergency aid to s...

Tustin Solidarity

Tonight, the Tustin City Council unanimously voted to approve a Tustin Solidarity Proclamation to declare Tustin’s solidarity with those who protest peacefully against injustice, racism and hate.

The Tustin Solidarity Proclamation was read by May...

City of Tustin Under Curfew from 8:00 p.m. Tonight, June 1, to 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 2

The City of Tustin has ordered a curfew beginning at 8:00 pm tonight and ending at 5:30 am tomorrow.

The curfew order is in response to multiple days and nights of civil unrest in neighboring cities as a proactive measure to ensure the safety of Tustin&...

Possible Additional Curfew Orders for the City of Tustin for 6/1/2020

Thank you to everyone for cooperating with the curfew order issued last night in response to multiple days and nights of civil unrest in neighboring cities. Given that the City of Tustin shares borders with cities experiencing looting, violence and other ...

City of Tustin Under Curfew from 9:00 p.m. Tonight, May 31, to 5:30 a.m. Monday, June 1

Tustin City Manager Matthew West has declared a local emergency and ordered a curfew beginning at 9:00 p.m. this evening, May 31, and ending at 5:30 a.m. on Monday, June 1.This order is in response to civil unrest in neighboring cities.  The City...

Virtual Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off

The Tustin City Council and Parks and Recreation Department are excited to host a “Virtual” Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, June 7, 2020 at 1:00pm live on our website at tustinchilicookoff.com.

With the theme of &l...

Orders and Strong Recommendations of the County of Orange Health Officer

The following information is being shared on behalf of the Orange County Health Care Agency

ORDERS AND STRONG RECOMMENDATIONSOF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE HEALTH OFFICER[ISSUED May 22, 2020]

Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 101040, 120175, a...

County of Orange Businesses Can Now Move into Stage Two of California’s Resiliency Roadmap

Orange County has received State approval on its variance application to move into “Stage 2B.”

According to the County, the following businesses may re-open with the proper safety precaution adaptations:

• In-person dining reservations
• Reta...

Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off Committee Gets Innovative with Modified Event

In light of state orders and guidelines where mass gatherings are currently not allowed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Street Fair and Chili Cook-off scheduled for June 7, 2020 in Old Town Tustin will continue, but with a twist.

“The Tust...

The OC Health Care Agency Has Created the OC COVID-19 Testing Network

The OC Health Care Agency has created the OC COVID-19 Testing Network to provide locations throughout Orange County where people who have symptoms of the coronavirus can be tested.

Testing Network sites are located throughout the County including:

• Irvine
• Ana...

2020 Disaster Preparedness Expo Postponed

The City Council and staff continue to closely monitor the developing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking reasonable precautionary measures to protect the health and safety of our residents, staff, and visitors.

As a result, in a proactive effo...

Governor Releases California's Roadmap to Pandemic Resilience

Earlier this week, Governor Newsom provided an update on California’s Roadmap to Pandemic Resilience, which outlines how the State is planning its path forward and includes indicators for modifying the Stay-at-Home Order in the future. The secon...

Tustin Adjusts Facial Covering Requirements to Align with New County Orders

Following new facial covering requirements issued by the County of Orange on Tuesday, April 21, the City of Tustin rescinded its emergency order issued on Monday, April 20 to align with county guidance and reduce confusion for residents.

The Countywide ord...

Federal Paycheck Protection Program Provides SBA Loans to Help Businesses

The U.S.Small Business Association (SBA) has released the following information regarding the CARES Act:

WASHINGTON – Following President Trump’s signing of the historic Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, SBA Ad...

Tustin Responds to Governor's Latest COVID-19 Guidelines

On Sunday, March 15, Governor Newsom released updated guidance for all communities throughout the state to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The action called for home isolation of all seniors, bars to close and restaurants to limit occupanc...

City of Tustin to Implement Temporary Operational Changes for Precautionary Measures

The City of Tustin continues to closely monitor the developing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and is taking reasonable precautionary measures to protect the health and safety of our residents, staff, and visitors.

At an emergency City Council meeting on ...