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 March 15, 2024
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 Fremont Fire Department Celebrates 16 Entry-Level Recruit Academy Graduates
On Tuesday, March 12, 2024, 16 recruit firefighters graduated from the entry-level Fremont Fire Department 2023-1 Recruit Academy. The evening graduation ceremony took place at the City of Fremont Downtown Event Center.
The graduates, selected from a highly competitive process with over 600 candidates, completed a six-month academy that began on October 2, 2023. The physically challenging and academically rigorous academy included training in hose, ladders, self-contained breathing apparatus, ventilation, electrical vehicle awareness and auto extrication, wildland, emergency medical services, rope rescue, firefighter survival, forcible entry techniques and apparatus maintenance. A class hike to the top of Mission Peak helped commemorate the end of the first entry-level recruit academy to be held in the past eight years.
The addition of this academy class was approved by Fremont City Council to fill the department’s 14th company. The first group of graduates begin their inaugural Fremont Fire Department tour of duty on Sunday, March 17, 2024.
Join us for the exciting kickoff of our 2nd Annual Fremont Restaurant Week at Billy Roy's Burger Co. on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 5:00 pm! This is a great opportunity to celebrate the start of Restaurant Week and show support to 45+ local restaurants presenting exclusive specials from March 22-31, 2024.
Billy Roy's is treating guests at the event with complimentary polish sausages and baked beans, while supplies last. You may also order their regular menu items or savor the special Fremont Firefighter Burger, a distinguished past winner of the Chamber’s Burger & Brew Fest! But that's not all – the event will feature fantastic photo opportunities, a 360-degree video cam, free giveaways, and much more! It's also the perfect time to grab your Restaurant Week Passport for a chance to win $3,000 in prizes! Bring the family for an evening filled with free food and fun activities. You won't want to miss it!
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At next week’s City Council meeting on March 19, 2024, which begins at 7:00 pm, the meeting agenda will include the following items and more:
- Appeal of Conditional Use Permit for At&T Wireless Ohlone College
- 2023 Annual Progress Report on the Implementation of the General Plan and Housing Element
- Affordable Housing Awards
Visit our Agenda Center to view the meeting agenda and how to attend.
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With the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations fast approaching, we would like to remind the community to celebrate responsibly by designating a sober driver - your lucky charm for a safe and enjoyable celebration. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest times on our nation’s roads. More than 13,384 preventable deaths throughout 2021 involved drunk driving, representing 31% of all traffic fatalities in the United States that year. Over the 2021 St. Patrick’s Day holiday period, specifically, 47 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in the U.S. Please celebrate responsibly and plan for a sober ride.
Celebrate at the City of Fremont’s Earth Day Fair! Explore how you can contribute to a more sustainable future, while enjoying a day full of fun, learning, and community spirit.
The fair will include a variety of eco-friendly activities, including:
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Eco-tainment: Dive into Earth Day-themed art, games, and creative activities.
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Food Trucks: Enjoy delicious food from food trucks, with vegetarian options
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Confidential Document Shredding: Residents can safely dispose of sensitive documents (maximum of 3 boxes).
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Free Basic Bike Tune-Ups: Act fast to snag one of our limited quantity basic bike tune-ups!
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Eyeglasses Donation: Give back by donating your old eyeglasses.
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Condiments and Packaged Utensils Drive: Collecting unused, sealed packets for those in need.
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Toothbrush exchange: Bring your plastic toothbrush in to exchange for a bamboo toothbrush.
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Educational Sessions: Learn about recycling, composting, energy conservation, local sustainability programs, and eco-friendly gardening.
Join us Saturday, April 20 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center & Plaza at 3500 Capitol Ave. to learn more!
Join us on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Fremont Police Department parking lot at 2000 Stevenson Blvd. Since AB 481 went into effect in 2022, certain law enforcement equipment are defined as “military equipment” and all state law enforcement agencies need to seek council’s approval and showcase all such equipment annually. For clarity, FPD does not participate in the Military Surplus Program (AKA 10-33 program). We encourage community members to come to our event and to visit our website to learn more about our inventory.
EveryOne Home, The Berkeley, Oakland/Alameda County Continuum of Care (CoC) is seeking volunteers from the community to help end homelessness in Alameda County. Apply today for a spot on one of their committees or their Leadership Board. Applications are due March 29, 2024.
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 Upcoming Events & Community Meetings
Monday, March 18: Library Advisory Commission Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm
Monday, March 18: Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Tuesday, March 19: City Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
Wednesday, March 20: Art Review Board Regular Meeting at 3:30 pm
Friday, March 22: Senior Citizens Commission Regular Meeting, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am
March 22-31: Fremont Restaurant Week
Wednesday, March 27: Spring into STEAM Event, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Wednesday, March 27: Annual Military Equipment Display, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Fremont Police Department parking lot, 2000 Stevenson Blvd.
Sunday, April 7: Compost Giveaway, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm (while supplies last), at the Fremont Recycling & Transfer Station, 41149 Boyce Rd.
Saturday, April 20: Earth Day Fair, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave.
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