November 10, 2026
City Council Special Meeting-Work Session at 5:30 pm
There will be a Council Special Meeting-Work Session on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 5:30 pm at City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave. The meeting agenda will cover:
- Fremont Boulevard Complete Street Project – Receive presentation on the history of multi-modal transportation planning and improvements in the City of Fremont and the final design for the Fremont Boulevard Multimodal project in Downtown Fremont.
Visit our Agenda Center to view the complete meeting agenda and how to attend.
Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
At next week’s City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, which begins at 7:00 pm at City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave., the meeting agenda will include the following items and more:
- Fiscal Year 2025/26 Year-End Budget Report
- Military Equipment Use Policy (UAS)
- Mayor's Placement of Agenda Items and City Council Vacancy Procedure - Adoption of resolutions to amend the City Council Handbook to authorize the Mayor to place items on City Council meeting agendas and to adopt a City Council policy on filing vacancies on the City Council by appointment.
- Fremont Central Park Restrooms Replacement Project
Visit our Agenda Center to view the complete meeting agenda and how to attend.
Celebrate the holiday season at the Artisan Night Market: Holiday Edition. This free indoor community event will feature local artists, small businesses, handmade goods, festive treats, seasonal finds, creative demonstrations, and interactive activities.
Friday, November 13
4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont
Parking Update
Please note that the Teen Center parking lot at Central Park is closed due to construction. The other main parking lots around Central Park and Lake Elizabeth will remain open. View the maps of parking lots closest to the event venue.
Don't miss out! There's still time to take advantage of Fremont's partnership with Bay Area SunShares! Through November 15, residents can access exclusive discounts from pre-vetted installers on home solar and battery storage systems. Whether you're considering a new solar-plus-battery system for reliable backup power or looking to add a battery to your existing solar setup, this program can help you save while supporting a more climate-ready community.
Celebrate the holiday season at Fremont’s Annual Holidays at the Plaza event! Join us on Friday, December 4, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Downtown Event Center and Plaza, 3500 Capitol Ave.
Hosted by the City of Fremont, this free, family-friendly event features a 6:00 pm tree lighting, hot chocolate, gourmet food trucks, music, winter activities, and holiday photo opportunities. Bring your family and friends for an evening of colorful lights, treats, and community fun in Downtown Fremont.
This event is made possible with support from presenting sponsor PG&E, supporting sponsor Republic Services, and community partners Fremont Chamber of Commerce and Food Truck Mafia.
On November 4, the Bay Area Air District approved updates to its zero-emission residential water heater requirement, extending the start date from January 2027 to January 2028 and establishing exemptions for low-income property owners and properties with significant electrical or space limitations. The extra year gives property owners more time to plan and understand what’s required.
Beginning in January 2028, when a gas‑powered water heater needs replacement, most property owners will need to install a zero‑emission electric model unless they qualify for an exemption. Existing gas‑powered water heaters can remain in use until they reach the end of their life.
Exemption categories for property owners include:
- Low-income property owners, defined as those earning less than 80% of the area’s median income, including participants in programs such as Medi-Cal or CalFresh
- Households paying more than 28% of their income toward their mortgage and property taxes
- Space-constrained properties without enough room or ventilation to install a compliant unit
- Properties with electrical limitations, such as panels below 100 amps, insufficient panel capacity, or a need to run electrical lines more than 50 feet
Property owners can find more information about the compliance timeline, exemption categories, and available rebates on the Air District's Building Appliances webpage.
The Air District also has rules in place to phase out the sale and installation of gas-powered residential and commercial furnaces, as well as gas-powered water heaters for large commercial and multifamily properties. Compliance dates for these appliances remain unchanged, with requirements taking effect in January 2029 for furnaces and January 2031 for water heaters.
This week, the City of Fremont joined USA Properties Fund to celebrate the groundbreaking of Centerville Plaza Apartments, a new mixed-use development located in the heart of Centerville.
With 288 affordable rental units and 5,100 square feet of retail space, Centerville Plaza Apartments will transform a long-vacant lot into a vibrant and active community that brings new energy and activity to the area. The development will provide homes for families and individuals earning between 30% and 80% of the area’s median income, as defined by federal and state guidelines. Many members of Fremont’s workforce may fall within this income range.
Situated near public transit, future residents will also have convenient access to regional transit and employment hubs, reducing dependence on vehicles while supporting a more sustainable and connected community. This supports the City’s transit-oriented goals.
Centerville Plaza Apartments is one of six affordable housing developments breaking ground in Fremont this fall. Together, the developments will add more than 900 affordable homes and help advance the City’s goal of developing 7,000 units by 2031, which is under the state’s mandated Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA), Fremont has committed to meeting its assigned share of the region’s housing need,
To receive information when the affordable rental units at Centerville Plaza Apartments become available, sign up for the City’s Affordable Housing Interest List.
The City of Fremont is excited to offer a variety of Thanksgiving Break Camps to keep kids active, engaged, and having fun during fall break on November 23-25. Designed for ages 5–16, these programs give children the chance to explore their interests, try something new, and connect with others. From art and cooking to sports and academic enrichment, there’s something for every interest!
Families can choose from half-day and full-day camp options, with select programs offering extended care for added convenience. Camps are offered at locations throughout Fremont, making it easy to find an option that works for your family.
For more information, contact City of Fremont Recreation Services at 510-494-4300 or through email.
Now that the November 3 election has concluded, just a friendly reminder that all political campaign signs must be removed by November 18. Under the City’s sign ordinance, campaign signs must be removed within 15 days following an election. For more information, visit the City’s Political Campaign Signs webpage.
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