2020

Closure of Ocean View Blvd Parking Turnouts, Lovers Point Park and Lovers Point Beaches 7/3 through 7/5

July 2, 2020

To minimize the impacts of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on park patrons, the City of Pacific Grove will implement a temporary closure of Ocean View Boulevard...Read more

press-release-beach-closure-july-final-1.pdf

Webinars by ECHO on Evictions and Tenant Protections

June 29, 2020

ECHO Housing funded by the County of Monterey to provide Fair Housing and Tenant/Landlord Counseling Services to the entire County. ECHO is conducting weekly...Read more

City Hall Reopening with Modifications

June 26, 2020

Starting Monday, June 29th, City Hall facilities will reopen with modifications.

Modified Business Hours

Monday-Thursday, 8am - 12pm, 1:30pm-5pm (closed midday for sanitation).
Friday

COVID-19 Exposure FAQ

June 26, 2020

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Free Tools to Help Get Lost Pets Home

June 25, 2020

As the 4th of July draws near, Hitchcock Road Animal Services (HRAS) reminds pet owners of free tools available to get lost and found pets...Read more

Black Lives Matter Statement

June 23, 2020

Black Lives Matter Statement

The killing of George Floyd by a police officer was a senseless tragedy that should never have happened. His death and...Read more

Black Lives Matter Statement

Monterey County Health Department releases Guidance on Social Circles

June 22, 2020

Monterey County Health Department released guidance on “social circles” which took effect on June 19, 2020. This guidance is intended to allow individuals to interact more...Read more

Monterey County Guidance on Social Circles

Let's work together to slow the spread of COVID-19. Wear a mask and maintain at least 6 feet of distance from others.

Help slow the spread of COVID-19!

June 18, 2020

On June 18, 2020, Governor Newsom issued a mandate on wearing face coverings when in public or high-risk settings. Read More HERE.

In...Read more

State Face Covering Mandate

Monterey County Order re: Facial Covering Requirement

Expanded Personal Services Business Sectors can Reopen June 19th

June 17, 2020

On June 12th, Governor Gavin Newsom released COVID-19 Industry Guidance for Expanded Personal Services such as esthetician, skin care, cosmetology, electrology, nail salon, body art,...Read more

California State Guidance for Expanded Personal Care Services

Monterey County Environmental Health Guidance for Tattoo and Permanent Make-up Businesses

Courts & Ballparks OPEN!

June 15, 2020

We are excited to announce that we will be reopening city courts and ballfields, with limitations, on Monday June 15. At this time, playgrounds will...Read more

join us for a unique outdoor dining experience starting june 12th in downtown pacific grove

P.G Al Fresco

June 9, 2020

Starting Friday, June 12th, Lighthouse Avenue, between Forest and 16th, and between Grand and Fountain will be closed for pedestrian access only. In light of...Read more

Additional Business Sectors Approved to Open & Partial Lighthouse Street Closure starting June 12th

June 8, 2020

Monterey County to Open Additional Business Sectors on June 12, 2020

On June 5th, Governor Newsom issued new guidance for several business sectors including family...Read more

SECTOR SPECIFIC GUIDELINES

Monterey County Press Release re. Opening Additional Business Sectors

Press Release re. Lighthouse Partial Closure

flyer on lovers point beach and park reopening and rules (english version)

Lovers Point Park and Beach OPEN

June 5, 2020

As of this morning, Friday 6/5/2020, Lovers Point Park and Beach has re-opened. The temporary infrastructure, which included barricades and caution tape, that limited access...Read more

Lovers Point Park/Beach Rules English & Spanish

New Shelter-In-Place Order and Monterey County Attestation Approved

June 1, 2020

Monterey County Health Officer, Dr Edward Moreno has issued a new Health Officer Order to continue Shelter-in-Place, dated May 26th 2020. Read more on...Read more

Monterey County Attestation Approved

Shelter In Place Order (5/26/2020)

California State Industry Guidance

COVID-19 Business Information

Message from Chief Madalone

June 1, 2020

Community Members,

First and foremost, our hearts and prayers go out to Mr. George Floyd and his family. What happened to George Floyd is heartbreaking,...Read more

Message from Chief Madalone

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Reopening Toolkit for Restaurants & Food Facilities

May 28, 2020

The City of Pacific Grove has published a suggested COVID-19 reopening toolkit for restaurants and food facilities.

To meet the requirements of the public health measures...Read more

Reopening Toolkit

Industry Guidelines & Checklists

COVID-19 Business Information

Sidewalk Dining: Permit Application Fees Waived

May 27, 2020

As of May 21, 2020, the City is waiving Sidewalk Dining permit application fees. The City's goal is to encourage and promote sidewalk dining to help...Read more

2020 Summer Programs: CANCELLED

May 22, 2020

After months of thoroughly evaluating the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and conducting numerous conversations with local and regional health officials, the City of Pacific Grove Recreation...Read more

2020 Summer Letter

Virtual Recreation & Library Services

COVID-19 Information

Reopening Your Business: Plans for Monterey County

May 21, 2020

Governor Gavin Newsom announced Monday that the State would lessen some of the requirements to obtain the variance; Monterey County is close to meeting those ...Read more

State Industry Guidelines

Industry Checklists to Complete

Additional Business Resources and Webinars