As the current service disruption from Republic Services continues—stemming from a work stoppage by local drivers in solidarity with Teamster drivers striking in other U.S. cities—the City is urging Republic Services to restore full service to the Fremont community and have its local employees return to work. This remains a top priority, as we understand the current situation is creating unnecessary public health impacts.
Beginning today, Friday, July 11, Republic Services will be restoring most residential collection in Fremont starting in the afternoon. Substitute drivers will be working through the service backlog and operating throughout this weekend on Saturday and Sunday, starting with customers whose collection day was on Tuesday of this week.
For Tuesday and Wednesday customers (single family residents) in Fremont, please place your black trash carts out for collection on this weekend, Saturday and Sunday. The priority is getting the trash/garbage collected and off the street. This map shows local neighborhoods and customers can look up their scheduled pick-up day on Republic Services’ website. Republic Services will be collecting the recycling and green waste carts separately, as the company normally does, and that may take a few extra days.
As the City pursues available remedies and contractual obligations—we invite our community to join us in preserving the health, safety, and livability of our neighborhoods.
- Limit waste generation where possible—avoid disposable items, flatten cardboard and excess packaging.
- Compost food scraps. This reduces odor and volume in your trash.
- Secure trash bags tightly and store them in covered bins or containers to prevent pests and odors. Consider double or triple-bagging potentially smelly items such as pet waste. Reuse old plastic bags you may have on hand.
- Choose products with less packaging. Consider purchasing products in bulk, if you know you will use up the entire contents.
Additionally, Fremont residents and businesses, with proof of residency/business, may continue to utilize free drop-off disposal services for garbage, recycling, and yardwaste at the Fremont Recycling and Transfer Station, 41149 Boyce Rd. in Fremont. For hours of operation visit their website.
For billing questions during this service disruption, residents and businesses should contact Republic Services for assistance at 510-657-3500 or visit their website.
The City will continue to provide timely updates as new information becomes available. We appreciate the community’s patience during this time.
We want to alert our community that the City has become aware of two different phone scams impersonating local law enforcement and City of Fremont staff and we suspect there could be others that haven’t been reported. It’s important for residents and businesses to know the City will never call to demand personal or financial information, issue threats, or request payments over the phone.
Several residents have reported receiving calls from numbers displaying “Fremont PD” and “County of Alameda” on caller ID. The scam callers are falsely claiming to be law enforcement officials, calling about “serious immigration issues” that need to be resolved immediately.
Other residents have reported receiving calls asking for permit payments over the phone while citing publicly available permit information on a permitting portal.
These incidents are concerning and unfortunately, not uncommon. Please remember:
Don’t rely on caller ID as scammers can manipulate caller ID displays.
If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately.
You can report scam calls to the Federal Trade Commission at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
Contact the City by visiting the Department Directory on the City’s website for any questions concerning your permit: fremont.gov/about/department-directory
Cal Trans will close one direction at a time of Interstate 680 (I-680) at the I-680 and Mission San Jose (SR-238) Separation/Overpass in Fremont for two weekends to perform critical bridge and pavement work. Segment of Southbound I-680 will close the weekend of July 25, 2025, and will close a segment of Northbound I-680 weekend of August 8, 2025. All work is weather- and schedule-dependent, and motorists should plan ahead.
SOUTHBOUND I-680 FULL HIGHWAY CLOSURE ON THE WEEKEND OF JULY 25, 2025:
Full closure on SB I-680 is scheduled on the weekend of July 25, 2025. A segment of SB I-680 will be closed and traffic will be detoured through the Mission Blvd/SR-238 Off Ramp towards the I-680 On Ramp. Closures will start Friday July 25 at 10:00 pm and conclude on the following Monday July 28 at 5:00 am.
SB I-680 DETOUR: Motorists traveling southbound on I-680 will need to exit right onto Mission Blvd/SR-238 Off Ramp and continue straight onto SB I-680 On-Ramp.
NORTHBOUND I-680 FULL HIGHWAY CLOSURE ON THE WEEKEND OF AUGUST 8, 2025:
Full closure on NB I-680 is scheduled on the weekend of August 8, 2025. A segment of NB I-680 will be closed and traffic will be detoured through the Mission Blvd/SR-238 Off Ramp towards Eastbound SR-84. Closures will start Friday August 8 at 10:00 pm and conclude on the following Monday August 11 at 5:00 am.
NB I-680 DETOUR: Motorists traveling northbound on I-680 will need to exit right onto Mission Blvd/SR-238 Off-Ramp; Left towards NB Mission Blvd/SR-238; Continue on Mission Blvd/SR-238; Make a right onto Niles Canyon Rd (SR-84) and continue; Right onto NB I-680/SR-84 On-Ramp; Merge and continue onto NB I-680 towards Sacramento.
For general information on the project, please visit: https://dot.ca.gov/680DeckRehab
For 24/7 traffic updates, please visit 511.org: https://x.com/511SFBay
For real-time information, please visit Caltrans QuickMap: http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov
July 15 City Council Special Meeting at 5:30 pm
A City Council Special Meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2025, at 5:30 pm. View the Council Special Meeting agenda.
July 15 Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
At next week’s City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, which begins at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave., the meeting agenda will include the following items and more:
- FY 2025–2028 Human Service Grant Recommendations – Referrals from Human Relations Commission; Approve Recommendations for FY 2025–2028 Human Service Grant Funding and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Agreements with Non-Profit Agencies
- General-Purpose Revenue Measure Viability Survey – Authorize the City Manager to Commission a Baseline Survey Regarding Viability of a General-Purpose Revenue Measure
Visit our Agenda Center to view the complete meeting agenda and how to attend.
Catch up on July 10 City Council Special Meeting - Work Session
Did you miss this week's Special Council Meeting? For updates on the Revenue Measure Work Session Evaluating Revenue Measure Options, the webcast will be posted in our Agenda Center or you can view the agenda.
Catch up on July 8 Council Meeting
Did you miss this week’s City Council Meeting? Catch up on the webcast for updates on Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development Grants: Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, Critical Municipal Facilities Project, and Designation of Fire Hazard Zones in the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Area of the City and Re-establishment of the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Area, and more or view the agenda.
The City of Fremont is planning a brand-new community park—and we want your input!
Palm Avenue Community Park will be located on a scenic 12-acre site in the Mission area, featuring hillside views. Your feedback will help guide the final design and ensure the park reflects the needs and interests of the community.
Now through Sunday, July 13, the community is encouraged to complete a short community survey to share their ideas and priorities. Whether you’re looking for more recreational spaces, quiet natural areas, or inclusive play features, your voice matters. Learn more about the Palm Avenue Park Project & the public input process.
Have you visited Lake Elizabeth recently and noticed some changes? Our beautiful lake in Central Park has some exciting new features as part of the City’s Lake Elizabeth Water Quality Improvement Pilot Project. These features are designed to help protect the lake’s wildlife and make it healthier and more resilient, especially during those hot summer days.
Visitors to Lake Elizabeth will now spot these measures on the lake’s surface:
- Nine vegetated floating islands: These aren’t just pretty; they will create vital shaded shelters for fish and provide new habitats for both aquatic and land-based organisms.
- A small fountain and two aerators: These will work together to help stabilize the water temperature, keep the water oxygenated, and improve water circulation to prevent algae growth.
In addition, three monitoring probes have been installed to collect important data. This data will help us understand how effective these new measures are in keeping the lake’s temperature and oxygen levels stable.
These measures, costing approximately $175,000, are designed to reduce the likelihood of fish die-off events occurring during extreme heat, like the one that occurred in July 2024. If successful, the City may consider these measures for other sections of the lake.
Lake Elizabeth, an 83-acre freshwater lake within Fremont’s Central Park, serves an important dual purpose: it’s designed for flood control and stormwater storage, and it’s also a beloved recreational hub for our community. The lake is owned by the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (ACFCD) and licensed to the City of Fremont.
With these measures, our goal is for Lake Elizabeth to remain a healthy haven for wildlife and a place our community can enjoy for years to come. We will continue to provide updates on how the measures are working.
We know electric bikes are gaining popularity in our community, so we’re excited to share this opportunity from Fremont’s electricity provider, Ava Community Energy (Ava). Through their new Ava Bike Electric Program, eligible residents of Alameda and San Joaquin counties can enter a random drawing for a chance to save $400 to $1,500 on a new e-bike.
E-bikes offer tremendous benefits for you and your community: reduced car dependency, improved air quality, better health outcomes, and a fun and flexible way to get around. This program helps remove the biggest barrier to e-bike adoption—cost.
Once you apply and are deemed eligible, you’ll be entered into monthly random drawings for a chance to receive an instant rebate. Drawings will be held every month until September 2026.
Rebates range from $400 to $1,500 depending on bike type and income qualification. Drawing winners from income-qualified households enrolled in electricity reduction programs like CARE, FERA, or EAP can also receive an additional $250 rebate for safety equipment.
Two Fremont bike shops are participating in the program and accepting the rebates: CentriPEDAL Bikes and The Bicycle Garage. This makes it easy to shop and allows you to support local businesses!
Looking for a way to cool off and beat the heat this summer? Aqua Adventure Waterpark in Central Park is the place to be!
Open now through Labor Day, Aqua Adventure offers family-friendly fun with waterslides, a lazy river, splash zones, and a zero-depth entry pool perfect for all. Whether you're sliding down slides or floating under the sun, the park is a great way to enjoy a day in Fremont.
Summer is buzzing with activity across Fremont as the City of Fremont’s Summer Camps bring kids together for weeks of fun, creativity, and connection!
Held at locations throughout Fremont—including Central Park, community centers, and local schools—these weekly camps offer something for everyone. From sports and science to arts, crafts, and outdoor adventures, campers spend their days learning new skills, making friends, and enjoying the summer sunshine.
Led by trained and enthusiastic staff, each camp is designed to keep kids active, engaged, and smiling all day long. Whether it’s designing a rocket, painting a masterpiece, or scoring a goal, there’s no shortage of exciting moments.
There’s still time to join in the fun! Camps run through early August, with limited spots remaining.
For more information, call 510-494-4300 or email RegeRec@fremont.gov
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