Please join us next Friday as we celebrate the City of Fremont’s 70th Platinum Birthday! During this special milestone celebration, we’re recognizing seven decades of Fremont’s history, growth, and innovation! View the event flyer.
Date/Time:
Friday, January 23, 2026, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location:
Downtown Event Center and Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Event highlights include:
- Food Truck Mafia
- Live music by The Idea Band
- Family-friendly activities
- Local history group and partner displays
Schedule (approximate):
- 5:00 pm – Event begins; food trucks open
- 5:15 pm – Welcome and remarks by the City Manager and Mayor
- 5:40 pm – Live music, history displays, photo opportunities, and activities
- 8:00 pm – Event concludes
City of Fremont offices will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This closure will not affect police and fire services, except the Fremont Police Department’s (FPD) front desk will be closed. City offices and FPD’s front desk will reopen Tuesday, January 20, for regular business hours.
Get Prepared and Get Involved! The Fremont Fire Department is offering three Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training academies in 2026.
CERT is a free, 20-hour training program for Fremont residents who are at least 18 years old. Learn how to prepare for and prevent emergencies at home, while developing hands-on disaster skills to help others. In a major disaster, such as an earthquake, CERT Volunteers organize into neighborhood-based teams and use their life-saving skills to help their neighbors and community.
Trainings begin in late January, March, and May. To register, or for more information, visit the Fire Department’s CERT page or contact (510) 494-4244 or CERT@fremont.gov.
The Central Park Small Dog Park will be closed January 20, 2026 for a synthetic turf replacement project. The small dog park is estimated to reopen early February 2026. The project includes removing the current turf, preparing the ground to improve drainage, and installing new turf. These upgrades will enhance safety, comfort, and play conditions for our community’s dogs. The large dog park has re-opened.
Thank you for your patience during construction. For more information, contact Park Planning & Design by email elee@fremont.gov or call 510-494-4776.
California is phasing out plastic carryout bags with its new law, Senate Bill 1053. Most stores are no longer allowed to provide plastic carryout bags at checkout—including the thicker plastic bags previously permitted. This law helps reduce plastic pollution and protect the environment.
While moving away from plastic is a great start, we encourage Fremont residents to bring their own reusable bags when shopping. You can reuse the bags you've been given or bring your own favorites. Reusing what you already have is a simple way to reduce waste in our community and help promote a climate-ready Fremont.
New year, new habits—make the switch to reusable bags today!
Reminder: If you still have plastic bags at home, please remember that they do not belong in your blue recycling cart. To ensure proper processing and avoid equipment issues at recycling facilities, all plastic bags should be placed in your black garbage cart.
For over four years, the AWC at South Fremont has been a hub for fun, community connection, and wellness opportunities for adults 55 and older. If you haven’t stopped by the new center, here’s your chance to visit, learn about offerings, and enjoy a free hot breakfast.
Tours of the center and class demonstrations will be provided. *Returning participants can bring a friend or neighbor who’s never been to the AWC to dine for free; otherwise, breakfast is $6 and can be purchased at: city.fremont.gov/awcsfbreakfast. First time visitors reserve your spot today by calling 510-742-7540.
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 8:00 am to 11:00 am – FREE
Location: Age Well Center at South Fremont, 47111 Mission Falls Ct, Fremont, CA 94539
January 20 Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
At next week’s City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, which begins at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave., the meeting agenda will include the following items and more
- Proclamation: Compassionate Fremont Month (January 2026)
- Fremont Police Association and Fremont Police Managers’ Association MOU
- Amendments to the City Manager and City Attorney Employment Agreements
Catch up on January 13 Council Meeting
Did you miss this week’s City Council Meeting? Catch up on the webcast for updates or view the agenda.
As we age, access to reliable resources is essential for living safely and independently at home. The City of Fremont’s Senior Infoline helps Tri-City residents navigate housing, food, in-home support, mental health, care giver support, and more. Licensed Social Workers provide phone screenings, referrals, and connections to programs and community partners. Services are available in English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Farsi. For assistance, call the Senior Infoline at (510) 574-2041.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a free tax preparation program established to help those considered low- to moderate-income individuals and families file their federal and California state income taxes and receive eligible tax credits and refunds. VITA is located in the Fremont Family Resource Center 39155 Liberty Street, Building EFGH, Fremont, CA 94538.
VITA opens on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. Appointments are required. Customers can make an appointment for an In-Person meeting with a tax preparer.
Please note: The IRS no longer issues paper check refunds. You must be able to provide a bank account number and routing number in order to file at this VITA site.
Learn If you qualify and book your appointment.
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