City Council Meeting Agenda
November 10, 2026
Click below to view the agenda for the regular City Council meeting that will be held on November 10, 2026.
Offices Closed/Trash Delayed
City offices will be closed in observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11. For non-life-threatening emergencies, such as downed trees or water leaks, please call the Police Department non-emergency line at (909) 399-5411. Residential refuse collection on Wednesday and Thursday will be delayed by one day.
Sanitation Billing Portal Help Desks
Need help setting up your new sanitation billing portal? Stop by one of our casual, 1-on-1 help desks! Financial Services staff will be on-site at the Joslyn Center and Alexander Hughes Community Center on select dates to help you navigate your brand-new Utility Billing portal.
Dates and Times
Alexander Hughes Community Center:
- Wednesday, November 18 | 9:30am to 10:30am
- Wednesday, December 16 | 4:30pm to 5:30pm
Joslyn Center:
- Monday, November 16 | 9:30am to 11am
- Tuesday, December 8 | 9:30am to 11am
What to Bring
- Your first new paper bill (sent via US mail)
- Your account number (found on bill)
- Your customer access number (found on bill)
- Access to your personal email account
Click the link below for more information about the City's new Utility Billing Portal!
El Niño Community Preparation Day
The City of Claremont is hosting a Community Preparation Day to encourage residents to prepare their homes for heavy rains and possible flooding. Clearing gutters, drains, branches, and removing debris from property is a great way to prepare.
To assist with clean-up efforts, the City will have waste containers available from 9am to 3pm in the parking lots of four parks on Sunday, November 15, 2026. Bins will be available for bagged trash/yard debris. Bulky items, electronic waste, and hazardous waste will not be accepted. Staff will be on-site for the duration of the event.
Trash Collection Locations:
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Padua Park | 4200 Padua Avenue
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Alexander Hughes Community Center | 1700 Danbury Road
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Blaisdell Park | 440 College Avenue
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Joat Park | 1717 N.Indian Hill Boulevard
Free sand and sandbags to help reduce water damage from shallow flood waters are also available at Fire Stations in Claremont.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at (909) 399-5431.
Applicants Sought for the Claremont Independence Day Committee
Residents interested in taking a more active role in the City’s decision-making process are encouraged to apply for appointment to the Independence Day Committee (IDC).
The IDC was established to advise the Community and Human Services Commission on information related to the Fourth of July Celebration and recommend policies and regulations to govern the celebration. Committee members will be called upon to help develop goals and outcomes of the celebration, engage the community, and review and evaluate programs.
Individuals interested in being considered for appointment to the Independence Day Committee are encouraged to submit their application to the Recreation and Human Services Department by Thursday, December 17, 2026, at 5pm.
For additional information or to fill out an application, please contact the Alexander Hughes Community Center at (909) 399-5490 or visit the Commission, Committee & Board Appointments webpage.
Pomona Pedley Spreading Grounds Enhancement Project Update
On Tuesday, November 3, contractors working on behalf of the City of Pomona resumed construction along the southbound lanes of Mills Avenue, south of Base Line Road, to install a new stormwater diversion vault as part of the Pedley Spreading Grounds Enhancement Project.
Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 4pm, and is expected to take approximately three weeks to complete. Mills Avenue and Base Line Road will remain open; however, southbound lane closures on Mills Avenue may cause traffic delays. The sidewalk along the west side of Mills Avenue will also be closed during construction hours.
Motorists and pedestrians are encouraged to follow all posted traffic control signs and use alternate routes when possible to avoid delays. All construction equipment and traffic control measures will be removed at the end of each workday to restore normal access during non-working hours.
For questions or additional information, please contact the City of Claremont Engineering Division at (909) 399-5465.
Dia de los Muertos Event
Harvard Avenue will be closed between Second Street and Bonita Avenue on Saturday, November 7, from 7am to 5pm to accommodate a special Día de los Muertos community event.
Hosted by Claremont Heritage, the event will feature local vendors, live entertainment, informational booths, and traditional ofrendas at Shelton Park. Community members are invited to join in celebrating and honoring this meaningful cultural tradition.
 Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste Collection Event
On Saturday, November 7, the Los Angeles County Public Works Department and Sanitation Districts will be hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event from 9am to 3pm at Royal Oak Middle School.
The Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Collection Program (HHW) gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost-free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash.
Click the link below for more information.
 Hike with the Mayor - November 21
Community members are invited to join Mayor Stark and the Claremont Park Rangers on Saturday, November 21, for the City's annual Hike with the Mayor event!
Join us at Higginbotham Park (625 N Mt. Carmel Drive) from 10am to 11:30am for a meet-and-greet with the mayor, a guided walk along Thompson Creek Trail, and an opportunity to explore an interpretive display. Participants of all fitness levels are welcome to take in the scenic surroundings, learn more about the trail, and connect with Mayor Stark in a relaxed setting.
View the above flyer for the full event schedule and additional details.
 Blood Drive
Give the gift of life this winter! Make a difference in our community this winter by joining us for a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross!
Join us on Tuesday, December 1st from 11am to 5pm at the Alexander Hughes Community Center. One blood donation can help save up to three lives, making your donation a meaningful way to give back this season.
Two donation options:
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Whole Blood - The most common type of donation, which can help save up to 3 lives.
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Power Red - A specialized donation focused on red blood cells that can help save up to 6 lives.
To schedule your appointment, visit the link below and enter sponsor code CLAREMONTCARES. For more information, contact the Alexander Hughes Community Center at (909) 399-5490.
 Pomona to Claremont A Line Extension - Community Open House
Join the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority for a community open house on Tuesday, December 1, at the Alexander Hughes Community Center! Drop in anytime between 5:30pm and 7:30pm to learn the latest about the Pomona to Claremont A Line Extension. Meet members of the project team, including Claremont Station artist Joyce Khol, and get answers to your questions.
For more information, visit the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority's webpage via the link below.
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