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 April 24, 2026
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Celebrate the spirit of dance at the Fremont Downtown Event Center (3500 Capitol Ave.) tomorrow, April 25 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm! Join us for live multicultural performances, and try your hand at different dancing styles with step-by-step instruction. Plus, enjoy entertainment, food trucks, vendors, and more. This event is family-friendly and free for all community members.
The inaugural Fremont Tech Week is happening April 27- 30 filled with a weeklong series of events bringing together founders, industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and the broader community.
Led by San Francisco Bay University's Innovate Bay, this first-of-its-kind tech week highlights the innovation and industries shaping the future.
Throughout the week, attendees can expect panels, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on key sectors like advanced manufacturing, mobility, and emerging technologies.
Explore an exciting lineup of events happening at the San Francisco Bay University campus and their Innovate Bay space, bringing together founders, builders, and innovators from across the Bay.
• April 27: Industry & Policy + Happy Hour at Pour Decisions
• April 28: Academia & Talent + Happy Hour with the Filipino Founders & Funders Community
• April 29: Startups & Venture + Innovate Bay Demo
• April 30: Fremont to the World (Virtual)
Check out what’s happening and start planning your week
Fremont Street Eats returns to Downtown Fremont on Friday, May 1 at 5:00 pm, launching a weekly food truck series running through October. Opening Night features the First Bite Ceremony, including a welcome from City leaders, a kickoff countdown, live entertainment, and a free raffle.
Hosted every Friday, the event brings a rotating lineup of food trucks, new drink selections, local vendors, and community fun. Fremont Street Eats is produced by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Food Truck Mafia and the City of Fremont.
Join us for great food, music, and a lively start to your weekends all summer long!
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Recap from Charter Advisory Committee Meeting #5 held on Monday, April 20, 2026
The City of Fremont’s Charter Advisory Committee (CAC) convened its fifth meeting on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with all seven members in attendance. Over the course of approximately ninety minutes, City staff delivered a comprehensive review of the committee’s progress to date and presented information on the final segment of the Council workplan, focusing on executive authority and appointment/hiring authority.
After the presentation, the CAC listened to public comments and engaged in discussion regarding the City Council's appointment authority.
The CAC will meet for its sixth and final meeting on April 27, 2026, to review and finalize its charter work plan recommendations for the City Council’s consideration. CAC recommendations will be presented to the Fremont City Council on June 2, 2026, during its regularly scheduled meeting.
As a general reminder, the charter work plan adopted by the City Council at its March 3, 2026, meeting includes the following topics:
- Government structure: Form of government, council authority, meeting structure, and council voting.
- Executive roles: Executive authority and appointment/hiring authority.
- Council compensation and office support: Council salary, staffing options, and budget consideration.
- Term limits: Council term limits and mayor term limits.
The next CAC meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Community members are encouraged to watch CAC meetings online or attend in person. See information on CAC and its meetings.
April 27 Charter Advisory Committee Meeting at 5 pm
The Charter Advisory Committee will meet every Monday from March 23, 2026, through April 27, 2026, at 5:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, located at 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A. The sixth and final meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026. (View the agenda)
The full schedule of meeting dates is as follows:
Upcoming Meetings
Past Meetings
- Monday, March 23, 2026 (View agenda, meeting materials, and watch the meeting)
- Monday, March 30, 2026 (View the agenda, meeting materials, and watch the meeting)
- Monday, April 6, 2026 (View agenda, meeting materials, and watch the meeting)
- Monday, April 13, 2026 (View agenda, meeting materials, and watch the meeting)
- Monday, April 20, 2026 (View agenda, meeting materials, and watch the meeting)
Agenda Center
Agendas will be posted in our Agenda Center.
How to Attend or Watch Meetings
All meetings will take place in the City Council Chambers, located at 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A. The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on the City of Fremont’s website at www.Fremont.gov/Channel27, which provides a link to the live stream; or, via Comcast Channel 27.
Upcoming Council Budget Meetings
At the May 12, 2026, City Council Meeting, City staff will present the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Proposed Operating Budget to the Fremont City Council. This will be followed by public hearings and budget adoption by the Council on June 2 and June 9.
The City’s proposed operating budget will provide an action plan for the upcoming fiscal year (July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027) that reflects resource allocations consistent with City policies, goals, and priorities.
The budget meetings are part of the regularly scheduled City Council meetings and will begin at 7:00 pm. Meetings will be televised on the local cable access channel (Channel 27), streamed online, or available to attend in person at City Hall, located at 3300 Capitol Ave. The City Council Agenda will be published on the Friday before the scheduled meeting.
Mark Your Calendar
- May 12 – FY 2026/27 Proposed Operating Budget Presentation
- June 2 – First Public Hearing on FY 2026/27 Proposed Operating Budget
- June 9 – Second Budget Hearing & Adoption
Additional details regarding the City of Fremont’s FY 2026/27 Proposed Operating Budget will be published on the City website on May 8, 2026.
Catch up on April 21 Council Meeting
Did you miss this week’s City Council Meeting? Catch up on the webcast for updates or view the agenda.
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Attend the Town Hall meeting for District 4 residents. Scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the event will take place at the Downtown Event Center, located at 3500 Capitol Ave., from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. This town hall presents a valuable opportunity for community members to receive information and updates about the following:
- City Council Priorities
- Public Safety
- Other Accomplishments
Please arrive on time to secure your seat. Seats are limited.
Just a quick reminder that a Town Hall Meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 28 to provide the community with information about Natalie’s Place, the new interim housing program opening at the former Motel 6 on Research Avenue in the Warm Springs area of Fremont. Operated by Cardea Health in partnership with Abode Services and Alameda County, Natalie’s Place will provide 150 units of interim housing, on-site medical care, and supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness who have acute or ongoing medical needs.
Anyone interested in learning more about Natalie's Place can attend the Town Hall Meeting or visit nataliesplace.org.
Natalie's Place Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, April 28 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Warm Springs Community Center 47300 Fernald Street, Fremont
The City of Fremont recently celebrated a major milestone with the groundbreaking of the new Central Park Community Center. The project, identified as a priority in the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, reflects extensive community input and continued investment in high quality recreational spaces.
The new multi-use facility will provide flexible indoor spaces for fitness, arts, enrichment programs, and community gatherings, serving residents of all ages. Planned features also include outdoor gathering areas and enhanced amenities to support a wide range of programs and events.
Construction is now underway, with completion anticipated in 2028.
Thank you to our City Council, City leadership, staff, partners, and community members who joined us to mark the start of construction.
Join the interest list to receive email updates regarding Central Park Community Center.
On April 20, the City of Fremont participated in the Accelerating the Transition Conference, the opening event of SF Climate Week 2026. Mayor Raj Salwan participated in the Climate Mayors panel alongside regional leaders to discuss the future of clean energy, resilience, and affordability.
During the panel, Mayor Salwan discussed the following recent milestones for Fremont:
- The expansion of solar‑plus‑battery microgrids at community facilities, strengthening the City’s ability to maintain essential services during power outages
- Fremont’s continued leadership in electric transportation, having doubled its City electric vehicle fleet and charging capacity since 2023 while remaining one of the first cities in the nation to deploy Tesla patrol vehicles
- Fremont’s transition to 100% renewable energy, allowing homes and businesses to run on clean power while maintaining competitive pricing and customer choice
Additionally noted was the City’s commitment to sustainable growth and development, focusing on infill development that makes the smartest use of existing land and new affordable housing that includes sustainable features. The Mayor also discussed the vision for Fremont’s emerging Downtown—an area built from the ground up that brings homes, businesses, and transit together to reduce car dependence and create a vibrant gathering space for the community.
It was a proud moment for Fremont! Seeing our city acknowledged as a climate leader is something our community can applaud together!
Fremont’s 2026 Earth Day Fair was a fantastic celebration of our planet and community! Held on April 18 at the Downtown Event Center, Fremont Mayor Raj Salwan kicked off the festivities, welcoming hundreds of community members to honor Earth Day.
The day was filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and take action. Attendees explored a wide range of exhibits from local climate initiatives to sustainable gardening. The event featured a kids’ bike rodeo, practical tips for reducing food waste, and hands-on activities showing how to incorporate sustainability into everyday life. Attendees were able to connect with local environmental programs, learn practical strategies for sustainable living, and take advantage of convenient on-site services, including paper shredding and a medication drop-off station.
The City extends its sincere thanks to all the attendees, exhibitors, performers, volunteers, and staff who made this event possible! A special thanks to our major partners—Washington Health and LEAF for their continued support. This strong community participation reflects Fremont’s shared commitment to building a healthy, resilient, and climate-ready future
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Free Parenting Series in Spanish: Empowering Families with Young Children
Join Youth and Family Services (YFS) for a free, 5-session, in-person parenting series in Spanish, designed to support, strengthen, and empower families with children ages 0–11. This interactive program offers practical tools and a welcoming space to connect with other parents.
Come together to:
- Strengthen your relationship with your child.
- Understand child development and build positive parenting practices.
- Help your child develop values, confidence, and succeed in school.
- Manage the stress of parenting and improve self-care.
- Enhance your family’s support network and discover helpful community resources.
Wednesdays, April 29 – May 27, 2026, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Fremont Family Resource Center, Pacific Room (39155 Liberty Street, Room H800, Fremont, CA 94538)
Registration is required.
Challenge on! From now through May 2, Fremont residents are invited to participate in the My Climate Ready Fremont Spring Challenge. Complete one of the challenge actions on My Climate Ready Fremont and earn a chance to win prizes and be recognized by the City. Take the challenge and do your part to help create a climate-ready Fremont every action makes a difference!
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The Central Park Large and Small Dog Park Areas will be closed for quarterly maintenance April 27 through May 1, 2026. The Dog Park will reopen on Friday, May 1 at noon. Tasks include deep steam cleaning, maintaining shrubs/trees, and disinfecting the turf, structures, fixtures, and drinking fountains.
For more information, contact Park Maintenance by email or call 510-979-5799.
Saturday, April 25: Downtown Dance, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Saturday, April 25: National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Fremont Elks Lodge, 38991 Farwell Dr.
Saturday, April 25: Financial Literacy Workshop in Dari, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am via Zoom.
Sunday, April 26: Pop-Up Art Market from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, at the Fremont Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave. Free event hosted by Fremont Creates featuring local artists displaying works for sale, art workshops, and a Makerspace.
Monday, April 27: Charter Advisory Committee Meeting at 5:00 pm, City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave.
Monday, April 27 to 30: Fremont Tech Week is weeklong series of events bringing together founders, industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and the broader community at a variety of locations.
Tuesday, April 28: Zoning Administrator Hearing at 3:00 pm, Development Services Center, Niles Conference Room, 39550 Liberty Street.
Tuesday, April 28: Natalie's Place Town Hall Meeting hosted by Cardea Health in partnership with Abode Services and Alameda County, with support from the City of Fremont, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Warm Springs Community Center, 47300 Fernald St.
Friday, May 1: Fremont Street Eats Opening Night and First Bite Ceremony, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Fremont Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Sunday, May 3: Niles Spring Fever Car Show, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at Niles Town Plaza, 37482 Niles Blvd. Hosted by the Niles Main Street Association.
Wednesday, May 6: District 4 Town Hall, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Thursday, May 7: Annual Intergenerational Art Competition Reception, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth, 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Tuesday, May 12: City Budget Presentation to City Council, at the City Council Meeting, at 7:00 pm, City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave.
Thursday, May 21: Aging Well Seminar: Substance Use Awareness & Support Resources, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth (formerly the Fremont Senior Center) in Wing A, 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy.
Thursday, May 21: Fremont Unified Film Festival, kickoff at 5:00 pm at Niles Town Plaza, 37482 Niles Blvd. Part 2: Screenings at Essanay Film Museum, Niles Veterans Hall, Niles Elementary School.
Tuesday, June 2: First Public Hearing on City Budget, at the City Council Meeting, at 7:00 pm, City Hall Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Building A.
Tuesday, June 9: Second Public Hearing and Adoption of City Budget, at the City Council Meeting, at 7:00 pm, City Hall Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Building A.
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