 Lake Elizabeth and Central Park - Photo credit: Washington Township Museum of Local History (Museum of Local History Guild, Fremont)
Did you know that Lake Elizabeth was dedicated to Fremont's former sister city, Elizabeth, Australia, which received its namesake from the Queen? Incorporated within a year a part—Fremont in 1956 and Elizabeth, in 1955, the 83-acre lake’s dedication ceremony took place on March 22, 1969. Today, Lake Elizabeth and the broader Central Park serve as a hub for outdoor activities, including biking, fishing, and tennis, and has been named the Winner of Readers’ Choice Award for Best Park in a local publication.
The City of Fremont recently submitted a formal support letter to urge federal representatives to pass the proposed Afghan Adjustment Act (H.R. 8685/S. 4787). This bipartisan bill will streamline the immigration process for Afghans seeking residency in the United States and provide a clear legal residency pathway for Afghans who arrived in the United States due to the U.S. departure and subsequent Taliban takeover. The act will establish a new process for certain Afghans to apply for permanent status after being granted one year of parole in the United States. As the City of Fremont is home to the largest Afghan population in the United States and continues to work with local Afghan partners during these challenging times, the City strongly believes that we must have a fair immigration system that recognizes the urgent needs of those suffering from extraordinary circumstances. City staff will continue to closely monitor this bill.
At the September 13 City Council Meeting, the Fremont City Council proclaimed September 15, 2022 - October 15, 2022 as Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month in Fremont.
Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month honors and celebrates the histories and cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have contributed to the development and success of the nation. We encourage the community to participate in this event annually by learning about and celebrating the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our society.
At next week’s City Council meeting on September 20, 2022, which is a virtual meeting and begins at 7:00 pm, the Council will hear a presentation by City staff on the Rent Review Ordinance Annual Report and Program Fee. Another item on the agenda is the Amendment to the Animal Ordinance: Introduce Ordinance Amending and Adding Sections to Chapter 6.10 Animal Ownership, Chapter 6.20 Licensing and Vaccinations, Chapter 6.30 Impoundment, Chapter 6.40 Animal Fancier’s Permit and Chapter 6.50 Prohibited Activities.
City Council agendas and how to attend the virtual meetings will be posted online in the Agenda Center at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
Join the City of Fremont for the 38th annual Coastal Cleanup Day this Saturday, September 17, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and help make a positive impact by reducing litter! While spots have already filled up for this year's group sites, participate in a self-guided neighborhood cleanup throughout September. There is even an app to record your cleanup and have it counted towards statewide goals. Last year, with the help of 200 Coastal Cleanup Day volunteers, Fremont collected 2,180 pounds of debris.
 Success of Better Block Mission San Jose Event
On September 9 and 10, the Mission San Jose district transformed into a colorful, pedestrian-friendly, vibrant commercial district. Ellsworth Street and Washington Boulevard brimmed with hundreds of people strolling through the makers market, enjoying live music and entertainment, grabbing food and drink at the beer and wine gardens, and activating the entire block into a lively atmosphere for all ages.
This had long been the vision of Fremont community leaders, City of Fremont, and The Better Block Foundation, who spent the last eight months organizing the Better Block Mission San Jose event. During that time, we collected over 130 survey responses to gather ideas of what the local community wants in their Mission San Jose district. A community leadership team was formed, who met weekly throughout the summer to recruit market vendors, performances, and volunteers. In the week leading up to the event, during a historic Bay Area heat wave, dozens of volunteers showed up to paint, build, and bring the community's vision to life on Ellsworth Street and Washington Boulevard.
We want to thank The Better Block Foundation, the community leadership team, and the dozens of volunteers who ensured a successful event for the community to enjoy.
Visit our Better Block Mission San Jose webpage for more background and to provide feedback about Better Block Mission San Jose. Stay tuned for a report produced by The Better Block Foundation detailing the outcomes of the event; it will be posted on this webpage once completed.
Learn more about what’s going on in our bustling Downtown District full of local retailers and services on the new Downtown page hosted on the City’s business website. Our vibrant Downtown District serves as a one-stop-shop for community gatherings at the new Downtown Event Center, great eats, top-notch medical providers, major grocers, and more. In fact, over 15,000 residents and 50,000 employees are located within just a one-mile radius. Find more information about new Downtown businesses and offerings.
We’ve teamed up with Comcast to launch two “Lift Zones” at City facilities to provide free Wi-Fi to the Fremont community. The Lift Zones are located at the Irvington Community Center at 41885 Blacow Road and the Centerville Community Center at 3355 Country Drive.
These Lift Zones are part of Comcast’s larger, multiyear plan to address the digital divide nationwide by helping to level the playing field and make sure information and resources on the Internet are available to everyone. Learn more about Comcast’s Lift Zones.
The City of Fremont Parks & Recreation is beginning to plan the 2023 Summer Concert Series. Please share your input on the types of bands you would like to see next summer. The survey will close on Friday, September 30, 2022.
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