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 April 14, 2023
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The City of Fremont and Fremont Chamber of Commerce wrapped up a highly successful inaugural Fremont Restaurant Week last month. The event included over 40 restaurants across the city ranging from longstanding community anchors to some of Fremont's hottest and newest establishments. Restaurant Week served as a celebration of Fremont's diverse cultures and culinary offerings and provided critical support for small business owners during what is typically a slower time for their businesses. The overwhelming majority of participating restaurants attracted new customers, increased revenue, and widened their brand awareness. View our visual summary of the 10-day event and be sure to subscribe for Restaurant Week 2024 updates!
At next week’s City Council meeting on April 18, 2023, which begins at 7:00 pm, the Council will consider the adoption of the Urban Forestry Management Plan and will recognize April 2023 as Fair Housing Month. Visit our website to view the complete meeting agenda, as well as how to attend the Council meeting online or in person.
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The IRS and Tax Franchise Board have extended the filing and payment deadlines for residents in California counties affected by the extreme winter storms, including Alameda County. The deadline for filing now is October 16, 2023. Fremont Family Resource Center VITA Tax Service, for those who made $75,000 or less last year, will continue through May 13, 2023. Services will only be available by pre-scheduled in-person appointments only on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Virtual and drop-off tax services are closed for this season. For details on our tax services visit our VITA tax (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) website.
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 Dog Park Areas to be closed for Quarterly Maintenance
The Central Park Large and Small Dog Park Areas will be closed for quarterly maintenance April 18 through April 21. During this time our staff will be power washing, disinfecting and maintaining structures, fixtures, and drinking fountains. Shrub/tree maintenance will also occur along with replenishing decomposed granite. Both Dog Park Areas will reopen in the afternoon on Friday, April 21. For more details, contact the Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5700.
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 Skatepark Closure at Central Park for Maintenance and Infrastructure Repair
The Central Park Skatepark was closed earlier this week to undergo maintenance and infrastructure repair. The skatepark will be closed until the end of May 2023. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to its reopening next month.
Visit our website for project updates. For further information, please contact our Park Maintenance Division by email or call 510-979-5700.
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Starting July 1, 2023, the City of Fremont’s minimum wage will increase to $16.80 per hour. Employers are required to pay at least the minimum wage for all hours worked to hourly employees who perform work within the geographic boundaries of the City of Fremont. Employers are also required to post the official City of Fremont Wage Bulletin in the top five languages spoken in the city in a conspicuous place at each work site. The Official Bulletins, including translated versions, are available for download on the City’s Minimum Wage webpage. To avoid a reduction in the valuable services they provide to the community, the minimum wage ordinance exempts employees of non-profit corporations. For questions, please contact us by email.
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The City of Fremont’s Parks & Recreation Division is recruiting motivated individuals for over 100 positions! This is an excellent opportunity for anyone wanting to make a difference, strengthen college applications/resumes, or build long-lasting life skills as well as retirees or those looking to supplement their current income. As a part of the Parks & Recreation team, individuals will gain valuable experience in an engaging and fulfilling role, develop critical skills, and create friendships. Learn more on our website by emailing us or calling 510-494-4327.
The City’s Geographic Information Systems Division (GIS) is seeking feedback on how you make use of or visualize information and data. Your responses to the GIS survey posted on MyFremont will help us develop a 5-year Strategic Plan to guide and improve GIS services and products. To see an example of a current GIS product, check out the City’s Open Data Hub, an online library and reference tool that provides easy access to maps, data, websites, story maps, and applications. The survey is available through April 16.
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 Upcoming Events
Month of April: Variety of events for the community to enjoy, including spoken word, music, visual arts, and history tours.
Friday, April 14: Olive Hyde Art Gallery: Opening Art Reception, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Olive Hyde Art Gallery, 123 Washington Blvd.
Saturday, April 22: Earth Day Fair, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Saturday, April 22: National Drug Take Back Day, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Fremont Elks Lodge, 38991 Farwell Dr.
Wednesday, April 26: Coffee with a Cop, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Mission Coffee, 151 Washington Blvd.
Friday, April 28: Formal Badge Pinning Ceremony for Fire Chief Zoraida Diaz at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Saturday, April 29: Patterson House Event: Spring, Gentle Spring, from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Patterson House at Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd.
Help the City of Fremont turn your thoughts into actions!
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