By Joe Brengle, CEO Contra Costa County Event Park

ANTIOCH – As a major event facility, The Contra Costa Event Park has been monitoring the evolving coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. There is no higher priority than the safety of our Fairgrounds family, patrons, vendors, promoters and sponsors at the Contra Costa Event Park. Due to this ongoing situation the Contra Costa Event Park Board of Directors met last night and unanimously voted to cancel the 2020 Contra Costa County Fair scheduled for May 14 – 17.

The Fair Board realizes that the individual’s most affected by this cancellation is the youth livestock exhibitors of our county. The Fair Board did approve to let a committee of Contra Costa County 4H and FFA parents work on a Youth Fair where these youth livestock exhibitors could show and auction their animals. The Fair Board agreed to provide support to this committee as needed. If the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Contra Costa County Health Department, or the Governor of California lengthen the current restrictions and orders, it is possible that a Youth Fair will not take place. At this time dates for Youth Fair are yet to be determined.

We thank the community for your continued support during these challenging times.

Mark your calendars for the 2021 Contra Costa County Fair May 13 – 16.

March 19, 2020

Dear Antioch community:

I would like to share with you that your City Government is actively working through the Coronavirus (COVID-19) public health pandemic to continue to maintain Antioch safety, to limit the spread of the virus, and to sustain vital City services, including the Police Department.  I have been on calls with State, County and Local officials.

Yesterday, the Mayor’s and City Managers of East Contra Costa County met on a conference call regarding measures to help the elderly get the essential resources while staying safe and supporting our local hospitals with supplies.

Our City staff has been working vigorously to enforce policies and arrangements recommended by the State of California and the Contra Costa County Public Health Department. Such actions include but are not limited to the cancellation or rescheduling of non-governmental City events and meetings, and limitation or deferral of non-essential services, to minimize the exposure to COVID-19, and to focus our City’s resources on meeting fundamental needs.

In response to this pandemic and the Contra Costa County Health Officer’s order, On March 17th, City Manager Ron Bernal, enacted a Local State of Emergency. By taking this action, we have positioned our city to potentially be able to access state and federal funds in the event financial losses occur a result of COVID-19.

Under the current health order, and our State of Emergency, all non-essential commission and board meetings will be postponed until after April 7th, unless otherwise noted, while all City Council meetings will be held via technology to allow remote Council, staff and public participation.

COVID-19 has evolved into a threatening worldwide pandemic, reaching numerous communities and effecting everyday life. The City of Antioch will continue to provide essential services, doing whatever we can to help, while also following the shelter in-place order in an effort to continue protecting our community.

Although, this is a daunting time, together we will prevail. Now more than ever, we must come together as a community. We must do all we can to help with social distancing to protect our loved ones that may be in danger.  As many are confused and worried about the health of the community and the impacts to our families.  I have attached a Resource page with links with information to keep us all up to date regarding the County, State and programs set up to help us through to a healthy future.

Sincerely,

Mayor Sean Wright

COVID-19 Resources

The City of Antioch understands that the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order instituted by Contra Costa County in collaboration with five other Bay Area counties and the City of Berkeley may present financial challenges for local businesses and out of work families. To help mitigate these challenges and help you stay as informed as possible, the City has highlighted a variety of resources that you can pursue during this difficult time.

Contra Costa County latest updates-

For the latest updates and answers to Frequently Asked Questions

http://cchealth.org/coronavirus

State Updates

For the latest updates from the State of CA

https://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/cid/dcdc/pages/immunization/ncov2019.aspx

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC-

For the latest updates from the CDC

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov

Resources and Guidance for Employers and Workers

California Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA)

The Labor & Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) wants to keep workers, employers, co-workers, and families safe. What employees are entitled to may be confusing. This site is trying to make it easier and spread awareness through a centralized source of info. Use the guidance on this site to determine what is best for you, your family, and your workplace.

https://www.labor.ca.gov/coronavirus2019/

https://edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm

Federal Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program

U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

The SBA is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of COVID-19. The program offers an interest rate of 3.75 percent for small businesses and 2.75 percent for non-profit organizations, with long-term repayments up to a maximum of 30 years. The deadline for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan is December 16, 2020.

Businesses can apply on the SBA Disaster Loan Assistance website (http://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela)  For application assistance, call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hard-of-hearing may dial (800) 877-8339.

 

 

By Kwame Reed, Economic Development Director, City of Antioch

As of March 18, 20200

Following is a list of grocery stores in Antioch, their hours of operations, and if they are offering Senior shopping hours:

Smart & Final Extra – 2638 Somersville Road – (925) 978-0551

Hours: 8 am – 8 pm, regular hours  Senior Hours? YES; 8 am – 9 am daily

 

Target – 5769 Lone Tree Way – (925) 752-0002

Hours: 8 am-9 pm, closing early  Senior Hours? YES; 8 am – 9 am daily

 

Dollar General – 20 W. 10th Street – (925) 304-1012

Hours: 8 am-8 pm, regular hours  Senior Hours? YES; 8 am – 9 am daily

 

Safeway – 3365 Deer Valley Road – (925) 706-4150

Hours: 6 am-10 pm, regular hours  Senior Hours? YES; Tues. and Thurs. 6-9 am

 

FoodMaxx – 4500 Lone tree Way – (925) 756-0150

Hours: 6 am -Midnight, regular hours  Senior Hours? TBD

 

Walmart – 4893 Lone Tree Way – (925) 755-0900

Hours: 6 am-11 pm, regular hours  Senior Hours?  YES;  Tuesdays 6 am – 7 pm

Violators can face one-year imprisonment in county jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000

By Scott Alonso, Public Information Officer, Contra Costa County District Attorney

The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office wants to remind all residents that price gouging is illegal while our community is under a State of Emergency from the emergence of the novel coronavirus/COVID-19.

Price gouging is when a retailer or seller is attempting to take unfair advantage of the public during an emergency by increasing prices in an unreasonable manner for essential consumer goods and services. California’s anti-price gouging statute, Penal Code Section 396, prohibits raising the price of many consumer goods and services by more than 10 percent after an emergency has been declared.

Members of the public are encouraged to report any instances of gouging to our Consumer Protection Unit by email at DA-ReportFraud@contracostada.org. Individuals may also fill out a consumer complaint form on our website. Violators of the price gouging statute are subject to criminal prosecution that can result in a one-year imprisonment in county jail and/or a fine of up to $10,000. The DA’s Office is charged with enforcing this statute. Additional civil enforcement action may also be taken by our Office to protect consumers. The California Attorney General’s Office also issued information on price gouging during this emergency.

By Allen Payton

Antioch resident Erika Ortiz, her family and co-workers, who operate Ortiz Wholesale Flowers in the San Francisco Flower Mart, are offering a literal truck load of free flowers to anyone who wants them, as long as supplies last.

With the shelter in place order in San Francisco, Contra Costa and four other Bay Area counties, they can’t operate their “non-essential” business. Instead of just throwing away their flowers, they’re giving them away.

If you want a bundle, stop by 1013 Burwoood Way in Antioch and pick one up on your way to or from the store, today.

Ortiz Wholesale Flowers is located in Stalls #24 and # 31A at the flower mart located at 644 Brannan St Ste 24, San Francisco, CA 94107 you can reach them at (415) 724-4967.

 

By Scott Alonso, Public Information Officer, Contra Costa County District Attorney

The Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office Bureau of Investigation, Human Trafficking Unit, is seeking the identity of the pictured subject related to an ongoing Human Trafficking investigation. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this subject is requested to contact Sr. Inspector Kevin Coelho at (925) 957-8629.

By CHP – Contra Costa

Today, Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at approximately 3:18pm, CHP was advised of a possible freeway shooting that occurred on HWY-4 westbound at L Street in Antioch. Upon CHP and emergency personnel arrival, the victim vehicle, a grey Volkswagen sedan, appeared to have bullet holes in it. The solo male victim from the Volkswagen was not injured and remained on scene. The suspect vehicle fled the area. Traffic backed up to Hillcrest Avenue as HWY-4 westbound was temporarily shut down and for the investigation and all traffic is being diverted off HWY-4 at L Street.

All lanes were reopened as of 5 pm.

This incident is still under investigation and we do not have any further details or information to release. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Contra Costa CHP in Martinez at 925-646-4980.

The following business in Antioch are open during the three-week shelter in place. Be sure to contact them for their products or services, to order your food for delivery, take out or to go.

Please check back as we will continue to update this list. To have your business added to the list, please email info@antiochherald.com with your business name, address, phone number and either website or Facebook page address.

Current advertisers and those who will be advertising with us in our April print edition, which we are currently working on, we will post your ad/flyer on our Facebook page at no additional charge.

We’re all in this together. So, let’s be sure to support each other during this critical time and Shop Local!

Allen Payton, Publisher

Media

Antioch Herald – info@antiochherald.com for advertising or editor@antiochherald.com for news reports. (925) 457-5324

Contra Costa Herald – info@antiochherald.com for advertising or editor@antiochherald.com for news reports. (925) 457-5324

 

Restaurants

Solid Rock Café – 422 W. 2nd Street – (925) 481-2706

Al’s Donuts – 3706 Lone Tree Way – (925) 757-3115 – Mon-Fri 5:30am-2:30pm Sat-Sun 5:30am-1:00pm

Applebee’s – 2737 Hillcrest Ave. – open 11 am – 9 pm daily. Place pickup or delivery orders online or delivery orders can be placed with DoorDash, Grub Hub, Uber Eats or Postmates.

Bridgehead Café – 2415 E. 18th Street – (925) 757-4774 – Open for take-out 8am-3pm

Canton City – 212 G Street – (925) 754-5698

Celia’s – 523 W. 10th Street – (925) 754-1355 – Take out only. Open 12-8 pm

Chavelitas Taqueria – 3664 Lone Tree Way – (925) 732-3127

Cocina Medina – 5005 Lone Tree Way, Suite A (behind Samurai) – (925) 753-1968 – Sun & Tues-Thurs 11-8:45, Fri & Sat 11-9:45, Closed Mon.

Country Waffles – 5865 Lone Tree Way, Suite A – (925) 779-0134 – 7 am to 2 pm

Dairy Queen – 607 E 18th Street – (925) 757-4845 – Open for pickup. Call-in orders OK. Mon: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Tue – Sun:  11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Domino’s Pizza – 2745 Hillcrest Avenue – (925) 350-4444

Falafel Town – 3712 Lone Tree Way – (925) 350-0159

Freddy B’s BBQ – 1803 W 10th Street – (925) 732-3113

Guadalajara Taqueria – 607 W. 2nd Street – (925) 354-0051

HD Burger & More – 5019 Lone Tree Way, Suite 1A – (925) 978-9398

Hillcrest Restaurant & Taphouse – 2709 Hillcrest Ave – (925) 522-2222

Inka Palace – 1635 A Street (behind Rite Aid) – (925) 706-1976

Issarap – 740 W. 2nd Street – (925) 303-2060 See us on Instagram.

Las Fodongas – 3005 Delta Fair Blvd. – (925) 238-0726

Little Manuel’s – 1509 A St. – (925) 778-4740

Lone Tree Golf & Event Center Champions Bar & Grill – (925) 706-4220 ext.4 To go orders only. 11am-7pm

Los 3 Amigos Restaurant – 1123 E 18th – (925) 778-8775

Mac’s Old House – 3100 E. 18th Street – (925) 778-1700

Mariscos & Antojitos Las Plebes – 900 A Street – (925) 350-3041 – 9 am – 8 pm

Mountain Mike’s Pizza – 3612 Lone Tree Way – (925) 757-3080

Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop – 4049-A Lone Tree Way – (925) 757-8784

Muscle Maker Grill – 4621 Golf Course Road – (925) 978-9246 – Free delivery.

New Oriental Buffet – 2656 Somersville Road – (925) 755-2888

Rick’s on Second – 619 W. 2nd Street – (925) 757-5500

RiverTown Sweets – 615 W. 2nd Street – (925) 778-1066

Samurai Japanese Restaurant – 5007 Lone Tree Way – (925) 206-4644

Smith’s Landing Seafood Grill – 1 Marina Plaza – (925) 775-4862 – Wed-Sun. 12-8 for takeout and curbside orders. Limited menu.

Solid Rock Café – 422 W. 2nd Street – (925) 481-2706

South North Dragon – 1611 A Street – (925) 757-6283

Starbucks – 3421 Deer Valley Road – (925) 813-8588

Sylvia’s Country Kitchen – 2799 Lone Tree Way – (925) 778-8877 – Open Friday-Monday 9am-2pm for breakfast and lunch.

Tailgaters – 4605 Golf Course Road – (925) 754-2277 – Open 12-7:30pm daily. Limited menu.

The Red Caboose – 210 Fulton Shipyard Road – (925) 777-1921. Full menu for lunch & dinner. 11am-7pm. To Go or Delivery.

Togo’s – 2735 Hillcrest Avenue – (925) 978-1400

Tony’s Beer Garden – 809 W. 2nd Street – (925) 754-0263 – will be staying open for pick up orders only. 11-6. Wraps, salads, burgers, wings, etc.

 

Grocery Stores

Anu’s Indian Grocery & Fashion – 5005 Lone Tree Way – (925) 325-5620

 

Pet Food

Fin-Tastik – 210 G Street – (925) 978-0880 – curbside service

Somersville Pet Supply – 2643 Somersville Road – (925) 978-9338 – Tues-Sat 8-10 AM

 

Medical

Deer Valley Chiropractic – 3381 Deer Valley Road – (925) 757-7571

Quesada Family Chiropractic – 2901 Lone Tree Way – (925) 777-0311 – By appointment only.

Rivertown Chiropractic – 215 G Street – (925) 494-0249

Stacey Duckett Chiropractic – 1407 A Street Suite D – 925-777-3334 – By appointment

 

Automotive

Affordable Tire Center – 11 Wilbur Avenue – (925) 779-1006

Antioch Auto Center – Parts & Service – 1817 Auto Center Drive – (925) 755-2600

Antioch Muffler & Brake – 800 A Street – (925) 757-1322

Auto Diagnostic & Repair – 810 W 10th Street – 925-778-3221

Auto Tek – 2201 A Street – (925) 778-7251 Open until 5:30 pm

Blue Chip Muffler – 802 W. 10th Street – (925) 754-3636

D&K Automotive – 712 E. 18th Street – (925) 779-9242

Roesbery Car Care (AAA Approved Auto Repair Shop), 100 Railroad Ave. – 925-778-6316 – Mon-Sat 8am-5:30 pm – www.facebook.com/RCCAntioch General Auto Repair, Smog, Diagnostic, Oil Changes, Brakes & Tires. We offer pick-up and delivery of your vehicle if you are not comfortable leaving your home. Car is sanitized before and after service of vehicle.  Discounts during this time are as follows: 10% off service of $250 or more* 12% off service of $500 or more* 15% off service of $750 or more* – *Cannot be combined with any other offers.

 

Banks

BAC Community Bank – 3448 Deer Valley Road – (925) 776-2200 – New location! Behind McDonald’s across from Safeway.

Umpqua Bank – 3700 Lone Tree Way – (925) 778-6702 M-F 9-5

 

Financial & Legal

Payton-Davis Business Services – (925) 435-5896

Antioch Coin & Jewelry – 1912 A Street – (925) 777-1492 – pawn or sell your items only. Browse items for sale in store or on our website.

Temen & Kaiser CPAs – 2730 Lone Tree Way, #4. (925) 757-2661 – are drop off only. Ask for Rick.

Law Offices of Matthew Hart – 3432 Hillcrest Ave Ste 125 – (925) 754-2000

State Farm – Richard Pagano – 2317 Buchanan Road, Suite B – (925) 778-3276 M-F 9a-5p, richard@rpinsurance.net

Jim Lanter, State Farm Insurance – 925-757-7941 – jim.lanter.b8jq@statefarm.com – taking payments, helping with claims and all client’s needs via phone and email. Give us a call or email me directly.

Twin Rivers Marine Insurance – (925) 777-2171 call or email only

Twin Rivers Insurance – Dale Manning – (925) 777-2180 call or email only

Acme Live Scan & Notary, Jeffrey Clark – 925-237-1475 – 8AM-10PM

 

Other Businesses

Abbey Carpet by Fashion Floor – 1802 Verne Roberts Circle – (925) 754-7006 – by appointment only.

ABC Supply Company – 2701 Verne Robert Circle – 925-779-1437

ADT Security Services – (925) 864-9749

All Bay Answering Service – 925-779-2700 – 24 Hours A Day 7 Days A Week

Almost There Travel – (925) 238-0001 – calls only. Working from home.

American Plumbing – 925-754-4990 – License # 418845

American Trophies Awards & Promotions – 516 West Third Street – (925) 754-7878 – We will be taking orders by email at: orders@americantrophies.com We will ship or work out something for any pick-ups!

Blue Star HVAC – 3660 Wilbur Ave. – 925-584-2428 – 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Brinks Home & Business Security – 925-200-6899

Diablo Boiler & Steam Inc. – repairs and services non-residential boilers, keeping hot water, heat and/or steam processes going for hospitals, schools, food manufacturers and most restaurants. We are a 24/7 service company 925-776-5089.

Dr. Wattz Electric – (925) 595-6518

FastSigns – 1388 Sunset Drive – 925-755-7446 – running limited production for essential businesses ONLY. Working phones & design remotely. FASTSIGNS Facebook | FASTSIGNS Twitter | FASTSIGNS Pinterest

Freedom Alarm Inc. – 925-779-1820

Service Pros Plumbers 925-753-5600

SERVPRO of Antioch – 925-706-0106 – Cleaning and restoration. We Are Open & Ready to Serve.