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 October 27, 2023
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 Groundbreaking for New Affordable Housing Development in Fremont
More affordable housing is on the way for Fremont! This week, the City celebrated the groundbreaking of Bell Street Gardens (38889 Bell St.), a future affordable housing development located in Central Fremont at the corner of Bell St. and Mowry Ave. Built in partnership with Resources for Community Development (RCD), this development will provide 126 units for low-income families and individuals. It includes the renovation of an existing two-story motel, which will add a third story of residential units on top of the existing structure, and the creation of a new four-story building. Construction is expected to finish by spring 2025. To receive information when the units become available, sign up for the City’s Affordable Housing Interest List.
To learn more about new affordable housing coming to Fremont, visit the City’s Upcoming Affordable Units webpage.
 Upcoming October 30 City/FUSD Joint Meeting
Join us Monday, October 30 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm for the Joint Meeting with the Fremont City Council and Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) Board. The following items are scheduled on the agenda:
- School Resource Officers (SRO) Update
- Walk & Roll to School Report Out
- Liaison Committee
- Vehicular Homelessness in Fremont
View the complete agenda, as well as how to attend the meeting in person or via Zoom.
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As we enter the rainy season, it is important to know your risk for flooding. There are many easy things you can do to be prepared including checking whether your property is located in a flood zone, purchasing flood insurance, building responsibly, and developing an evacuation plan for your family. Another way to be prepared is by protecting your property from hazards and having sandbags handy. The City provides sand and bags for Fremont residents and businesses (maximum of 10 bags and while supplies last), just bring your shovel to one of three locations throughout the city. Visit our website for more information on sandbag locations and what to do before, during, and after a flood.
Statistics show that kids are twice more likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. There are many easy ways to stay safe, including making you and your costumes stand out by adding reflective elements for higher visibility to other roadway users, or by having a flashlight handy. Designate a route and review it with your group of trick-or-treaters beforehand and try to stay in well-lit areas.
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 Take the Police Department Annual Community Survey
The deadline to provide feedback on the Fremont Police Department Annual Community Survey is fast approaching! Take the survey, which is available until October 31, 2023, and help the Police Department improve services and identify primary concerns our community members would like to address. Your response is completely anonymous, and no registration is required.
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 National Drug Take Back Day is Tomorrow, Saturday, October 28
Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. Join Fremont Police and the Fremont Elks Lodge in coordination with DEA (United States Drug Enforcement Administration) by keeping them safe, cleaning them out, and taking them back! Stop by tomorrow, Saturday, October 28, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and drop off any unused or expired prescription drugs, as well as e-cigarettes and vaping devices with batteries removed at the Fremont Elks Lodge, 38991 Farwell Dr.
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The Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) is pleased to present its 2023-2028 Strategic Plan! After completing a thorough planning process, which included input from the community and a diverse group of stakeholders, five Strategic Directions were chosen:
- Optimizing Client Experience and Outcomes
- Catalyzing Collaboration and Teamwork
- Igniting Policy Makers’ Commitment to the FRC
- Positioning the FRC as an Essential Service Leader
- Securing Financial Stability
The FRC is excited to launch this plan as it continues serving the community.
Since 2018, Fremont has been a member of East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), our not-for-profit public power provider. With EBCE, community members have access to low-cost green energy and a variety of community benefits. On October 24, East Bay Community Energy became Ava Community Energy. This name change is part of a larger brand refresh for the agency. As a Fremont customer there are no actions for you to take.
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Through October 30: Candle Lighters Ghost House, 4252 Argonaut Court (Williams Historic Park and Chadbourne Carriage House at the Fremont Hub next to Chili’s). This is a ticketed event.
October 27, 28, 29: Haunted Train at Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. This is a ticketed event. The Haunted Railroad is operated by the Society for the Preservation of Carter Railroad Resources, Inc. (SPCRR) in association with the East Bay Regional Park District.
Saturday, October 28: National Drug Take Back Day, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Fremont Elks Lodge, 38991 Farwell Dr.
Saturday, October 28: Emergency Preparedness Workshop at Sunol Glen School, 11601 Main St. in Sunol, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Event co-hosted by Assemblymember Alex Lee, 24th District.
Sunday, October 29: Walk and Talk Event with Assemblymember Alex Lee, 24th District, at Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. from 9:30 am - 10:30 am.
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Monday, October 30: Joint City Council / FUSD Meeting at 5:30 pm.
Wednesday, November 1: Recreation Commission Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm.
Thursday, November 2: Economic Development Advisory Commission at 9:00 am.
Wednesday, November 8: Panel discussion on addressing the impact of opioids and other drugs on youth and our community, at the Irvington High School Theater, 41800 Blacow Rd. Doors open at 5:30 pm. The program runs from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm with Q&A from 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Event flyer.
Wednesday, November 8: Coffee with a Cop, at Starbucks, 39981 Mission Blvd. from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Saturday, November 11: Ohlone College Flea Market at 43600 Mission Boulevard on the second Saturday of every month through 2023.
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