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 April 5, 2024
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 Compost Giveaway Day is this Sunday
Our popular Compost Giveaway Day returns this Sunday, April 7! From 8:00 am to noon, join us at the Fremont Recycling & Transfer Station (41149 Boyce Rd.) to receive two free bags of compost, while supplies last. Simply drive through and show your latest Republic Services bill as proof as participation. Bring your neighbors’ bills for additional bags.
Our quality compost is made from food scraps, yard trimmings, and food-soiled paper collected from Fremont residents and businesses. By sorting properly, we create nutrient-rich compost that enriches soil and helps plants thrive. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take home compost that's truly local and eco-friendly.
 April is Arab American Heritage Month
During the month of April, the City invites everyone to celebrate the diversity of our community and to recognize the importance of sharing our culture, customs, and traditions with those around us. An Arab American Heritage Month flag is on display throughout April at City Hall.
Join us in celebrating the vibrant engineering and maker community of Fremont! In collaboration with Fremont Unified School District, Irvington High School, and local partners, we're excited to host the Engineering Expo, taking place at the Downtown Event Center, located at 3500 Capitol Ave., on April 11 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm!
This event will showcase student-engineered technology projects, feature delicious local culinary delights, and highlight the talents of Fremont-based craft makers. Representatives from Fremont's advanced manufacturing companies will also be present to share knowledge about their manufactured goods. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore innovation and creativity in our community!
The planning phase for the Central Park Community Center project is underway and the City wants to hear from you! Help shape the vision of the new multi-use community center by participating in the online survey before it closes on April 7. To take the survey and to learn more about the project and upcoming meetings, visit our MyFremont page.
Upcoming Council Meetings
At next week’s City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, which begins at 7:00 pm, the Council will hear a presentation about the 2023 Community Survey, which will be presented by FM3 Research. View the complete agenda.
Also, there will be a Special City Council Meeting (Annual City Council Retreat) on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 9:00 am to be held at 3888 Artist Walk Common, in the Artist Walk Meeting Room. View the agenda.
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Catch up on April 2 City Council Meeting
Did you miss this week’s City Council meeting? Catch up on the meeting agenda and webcast for updates on the following and more:
- Council Referral Regarding Animal Shelter Services
- Update to Parking Regulations
- Large Vehicle Parking Enforcement Policy Consideration
Watch the meeting and view the meeting agenda.
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Spring is here and flowers are blooming. And with warmer weather and longer days, more people are also coming out to walk, bike, roll and stroll throughout the city.
As drivers, look out for pedestrians and bicyclists everywhere, and at all times, particularly for children, older adults, and persons with disabilities. Always drive at a safe speed given the roadway condition, regardless of the posted speed limit.
As pedestrians or bicyclists, follow the rules of the road. Do not bike against the direction of traffic, and when crossing the street, remember to always look left, right, and left again before crossing. Do not assume drivers will stop at traffic signals, stop signs, or crosswalk beacons. Always make eye contact, and if needed, use hand gestures to confirm acknowledgment with approaching drivers.
As parents, take the time to teach and remind your children about traffic safety.
Calling all middle school and high school students! It's time to think "outside the box" and help beautify Fremont! Our boxART! program is back, and we are looking for student artists to paint Fremont’s traffic signal control boxes. The theme is "Sustainability," and the deadline for submissions is Wednesday, April 24. For more information, visit the boxART! Call for Artists webpage.
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 Alameda County Program Helps First-Time Homebuyers with Down Payment Assistance
Looking to buy your first home? Alameda County can give your down payment a boost! This spring, the County's AC Boost program is offering another round of down payment assistance funding.
AC Boost provides down payment assistance loans to eligible middle-income first-time homebuyers to facilitate the purchase of a home in Alameda County. Through this program, homebuyers residing in, working in, or having been displaced from Alameda County can access shared appreciation loans of up to $210,000.
If you are a first responder or an educator in Alameda County (including public school employees and licensed childcare providers), you may have double the opportunity to access AC Boost funds!
For more information and full program details, visit the AC Boost website or call 510-500-8840. The application window closes on May 15, 2024.
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EveryOne Home, the Oakland, Berkeley/Alameda County Continuum of Care, is hosting a community meeting on Wednesday, April 24. Join the meeting to hear updates on the work being done to prevent and end homelessness. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Zoom. Alameda County residents with lived experience of homelessness are encouraged to attend.
EveryOne Home Spring Community Meeting
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
California Endowment
2000 Franklin St., Oakland
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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.
Tuesday, April 9: City Council Meeting, at 7:00 pm, City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave.
Wednesday, April 10: City Council Special Meeting, at 9:00 am, at Artist Walk, 3888 Artist Walk Common, in the Artist Walk Meeting Room.
Thursday, April 11: Engineering Expo, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, located at 3500 Capitol Ave.
Saturday, April 20: Earth Day Fair, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Sunday, April 21: Wildflower, Art & Garden Show, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, in Niles. Hosted by the Niles Main Street Association.
Saturday, April 27: Arts Mosaic Fair In Mission San Jose, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Ellsworth and Washington Boulevard. Produced by Mission San Jose Chamber of Commerce.
Saturday, April 27: Fremont Creates Grand Finale Event, from 11:00 am. to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave. Hosted by Fremont Creates.
May – October: Fremont Street Eats
Sunday, May 5: Niles Spring Fever Car Show, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Niles Town Plaza, located at 37482 Niles Blvd. Hosted by the Niles Main Street Association.
Thursday, May 9: Intergenerational Annual Art Competition, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth (formerly the Fremont Senior Center), 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
May 25 – September 2: Aqua Adventure Waterpark
Saturday, June 1: Burger & Brew Fest, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, located at 3500 Capitol Ave., from Liberty Street to State Street. Produced by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce.
Friday, June 7: Aqua Adventure Family Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Aqua Adventure Waterpark, 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Friday, June 21: Aqua Adventure Family Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Aqua Adventure Waterpark, 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Thursday, June 27: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
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Thursday, July 4: Fremont Fourth of July Parade
Thursday, July 11: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
Friday, July 12: Aqua Adventure Family Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Aqua Adventure Waterpark, 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Thursday, July 18: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
Saturday, July 20: Niles Dog Show, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Niles Community Park, 3rd Street & H Street. Presented by Niles Main Street Association.
Thursday, July 25: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
Friday, July 26: Aqua Adventure Family Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Aqua Adventure Waterpark, 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Thursday, August 1: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
Saturday and Sunday, August 3-4: Fremont Festival of the Arts, in Downtown Fremont from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Produced by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce.
Tuesday, August 6: Fremont Police Department’s National Night Out, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm throughout Fremont.
Thursday, August 8: Summer Concert Series, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy.).
Friday, August 9: Aqua Adventure Family Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Aqua Adventure Waterpark, 40500 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Sunday, August 11: Hot August Niles Car Show, along Niles Boulevard and J. St. Hosted by the Niles Main Street Association.
Saturday and Sunday, August 17-18: Festival of India Mela and Parade, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Produced by Federation of Globe (FOG) and Federation of Indo Americans (FIA) of Northern California.
Sunday, August 25: Niles Antique Faire and Flea Market
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