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On Thursday, April 3, Mike Ciszcek attended his first Police Commission meeting as the new Police Chief. The Police Commission reviews and comments on police department policies, procedures, and practices, and assists in setting goals for the department that reflect community values. The commission also provides a public forum to address concerns, complaints, and commendations regarding the police department. |
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UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS
April 19
Spring Celebration @ 9am - Learn More Here
April 21
Sustainability Committee Meeting @ 5:30pm - Learn More Here
April 22
City Council Special Closed Session @ 5:15pm - Learn More Here
City Council Meeting @ 6:30pm - Learn More Here
April 23
Architectural and Preservation Commission Meeting @ 7pm - Learn More Here
April 24
Traffic and Transportation Commission Meeting @ 7pm - Learn More Here
All agendas may be found attached to the meeting’s calendar listing on the City website. Click the hyperlink to view.
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City Ventures Neighborhood Meeting - April 23
City Ventures will host a neighborhood meeting for their proposed project located on the Motel 6 tennis courts and grass area. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 23 from 6pm to 8pm at the Denny’s Restaurant, located at 820 S Indian Hill Boulevard.
City Ventures has submitted an application to the City to redevelop the 2.99-acre property located at 840 S Indian Hill Boulevard. This property is currently operated by a tennis club. The proposed project is a for-sale, single-family attached community comprised of 70 two and three-story homes. Each home has at least two bedrooms, at least two bathrooms, and a two-car attached garage. The developer will be presenting the plans for the site and addressing questions and comments from the local community. City Ventures sent notices for the meeting to the properties in a 700-foot radius from the project site. This is not a City meeting.
Drug Take-Back Event - April 26
The Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is partnering with Claremont PD for a Drug Take-Back Event on Saturday, April 26 from 10am to 2pm at the Claremont Police Department. KGI School of Pharmacy students and Police Department volunteers will accept unneeded or expired medications. Medications can be in solid or liquid form. Inhalers and sharps (syringes, insulin pens, lancets) will also be accepted. The medications will be weighed and packaged by Police Department personnel and then transferred to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for final disposal.
KGI will also provide overdose education including free naloxone and fentanyl test strips given to anyone interested. Students will also be set up to do blood pressure and BMI screenings.
Pooch Park Temporary Closure in April
The Pooch Park is temporarily closed through Thursday, May 1 for biannual turf maintenance. This yearly scheduled maintenance is to ensure the turf remains healthy.
The City’s landscape contractor will remove weed grasses and aerate the turf. Aeration is the process of coring holes into the turf so oxygen, water, and nutrients can penetrate the soil. It also breaks up soil that has become compacted and hardened due to heavy use. These routine maintenance activities allow for the turf to remain healthy and vibrant during the warmer months.
During the closure, residents may visit other Claremont parks that are pet friendly, which include the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park, Thompson Creek Trail, and Rancho San Jose Park. Residents may also visit pooch parks in adjacent cities, such as San Dimas, Upland, Ontario, and Rancho Cucamonga.
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
April 13-19 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, and the City of Claremont would like to thank and recognize our amazing team of CPD dispatchers who help save lives every day!
In the event of an emergency, dispatchers are the calm voice behind the call for service and serve as the lifeline between the community and officers when help is needed - 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Thank you for your incredible service to the community today and every day!
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MORE UPDATES
City Council Meeting
April 22, 2025
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be Tuesday, April 22 at 6:30pm. There will be a Special Closed Session prior to the meeting at 5:15pm. City Council meetings are open to the public for in-person attendance. Meetings are live streamed on Zoom, but speakers are not able to provide public comment on Zoom or telephone. Public comment can be made in person or in writing by email/mail.
Summer Activity Guide Now Available
The Recreation and Human Services Department has released the 2025 Summer Activity Guide. Check out the Guide on the City website for information on summer classes and activities we have to offer!
Resource Fair and Talent Showcase
The City of Claremont will be hosting its first annual Resource Fair and Talent Showcase for the special needs community. The free event will be held on Saturday, May 3 from 10am to 1pm at Taylor Hall, located at (1775 N. Indian Hill Boulevard). The event is open to the public and will include vendors for the special needs community, a DJ, outdoor activities, a sensory zone, arts and crafts, refreshments and more.
Those with special needs interested in performing or showcasing their artwork, vendors interested in having a booth at the event, or those interested in volunteering at the event can apply below.
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Registration Now Open!
Camp Claremont registration is now open! Campers will enjoy a variety of fun activities, including arts and crafts, games, sports, and exciting weekly themes that will keep them engaged and active through the summer. Don’t miss out on a summer filled with fun, memories, learning, and adventure right here in Claremont! Registration and enrollment can be completed online or in-person.
Senior Program News
Teen Techies - April 24
Need tech assistance? Attend this drop-in workshop on April 24 from 3:45pm to 5pm to receive one-on-one tech tutoring from teen volunteers from Claremont High School. Bring your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to the Youth Activity Center to learn how to use your device to its fullest potential.
Bowers Museum Excursion - May 15
Join us for a trip to the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana for a self-guided tour. Enjoy exhibits such as Ceramics of Western Mexico, Art of the Pacific Islands, and many more. Afterward, hop back on the bus for a trip to Old Town Orange, where you can enjoy shopping or a meal on your own before heading back to Claremont. The trip departs from the Alexander Hughes Community Center on May 15 at 9:30am and returns at approximately 4pm. Activity level: Moderate. Fee: $12. Pre-registration is required.
Claremont Resident Priority Registration is currently open, and Open Registration begins on April 25. Refund requests must be received by Thursday, May 1, 2025. Proof of residency is required (either a state-issued I.D. with a Claremont address or a utility bill with matching I.D. in the same name). Bowers Museum Registration Link
Day at the LA County Fair - May 22
Enjoy a fun-filled day on your own at the L.A. County Fair! Free transportation is provided by the Office of Supervisor Kathryn Barger. The trip departs from the Alexander Hughes Community Center on May 22 at 12:30pm and returns at approximately 5:30pm. Activity Level: Moderate. Fee: $13. Pre-registration is required. All sales are final. No refunds will be issued for this activity. Day at the LA County Fair Registration Link
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
TRACKS Activity Center
(Grades 7-8)
TAC April Calendar
Rock Painting - April 22
In celebration of Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22, the TAC is excited to host a rock painting activity beginning at 3pm. Participants will explore the area to find a rock of their choice and unleash their creativity by painting a unique design. This is a great way to appreciate nature, express creativity, and celebrate our beautiful planet!
Youth Activity Center
(Grades 9-12)
YAC April Calendar
Aromatherapy Workshop - April 22
Join us at the YAC for an Aromatherapy Workshop hosted by the Teen Committee on Tuesday, April 22 from 3:45pm to 4:45pm. This event aims to support student well-being by allowing participants to explore the benefits of aromatherapy for relaxation and stress relief. We can’t wait to see you there!
Teen Committee - Members Needed
The Mission of the Teen Committee is to represent the needs of the Claremont youth by adding a youth voice to Claremont politics and accomplishing goals that help support Claremont teens in their community.
The committee consists of 11 members who reflect the diversity of the community and reside or attend school in the City of Claremont. Members must also be 12 years of age or older and in 7th-12th grade. Meetings will be held at the Youth Activity Center at 3:45pm on the third Wednesday of every month from September through May.
For the application, policies and procedures, and more information on the Teen Committee, please visit: www.claremontca.gov/Teen-Committee.
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SPECIAL EVENTS & COMMUNITY NEWS
Memorial Day Services - May 26
The City of Claremont and partners, the American Legion Keith Powell Post 78 and Friends of the Oak Park Cemetery, proudly announce the 2025 Memorial Day Services. Services will be held in Oak Park Cemetery on Monday, May 26 at 11am. This occasion commemorates U.S. Service Members and will include military ceremonial traditions with remarks from local community organizations.
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