COVID-19 UPDATES
San Bernardino County Is Fully Open for Business and Tourism
San Bernardino County, along with the rest of the state, is now fully reopened — eliminating various restrictions and saying farewell to the color-coded county tier system. San Bernardino County officially met the qualifications for the Yellow Tier this week, which is moot given all restrictions are now lifted.
Restaurants, bars, retail stores, theaters, hotels and entertainment centers may return to usual operations — meaning no capacity limitations and no requirements for social distancing.
All of California’s restrictions on travel outside the state will be lifted, and the state says it is not considering creating a vaccine passport.
Vaccination Locations at a Glance
The County continues to operate 14 ongoing stationary vaccination clinics that are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 6 PM. All sites accept walk-ins. Anyone can pre-register for their visit by visiting MyTurn.CA.gov. Every clinic offers the Pfizer vaccine (ages 12+ with a parent or guardian present with minors). Please keep in mind, County-operated vaccination sites will be closed Monday, July 5 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday.
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies
There are hundreds of hospitals, health centers, clinics and pharmacies throughout the County offering vaccinations. Individuals can use the County website or go through their physician groups associated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Loma Linda University Health, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Mountains Community Hospital, Redlands Community Hospital, Bear Valley Community Healthcare or the San Bernardino Clinics. An appointment is always welcome and encouraged for any vaccination. For hospitals, clinics and County-run sites, use MyTurn.CA.gov
In addition, Moderna vaccines are being given at the San Bernardino County Health Centers in San Bernardino, Ontario, Hesperia and Adelanto. For clinic locations, visit the County Public Health Clinic website or call (800) 722-4777.
Finally, there are participating pharmacies administering doses throughout the county, including Albertsons, Costco, Ralphs, Rite Aid, Sav-On, Vons, Walgreens and Walmart, as well as many independent pharmacies. Individuals should check directly with their preferred, neighborhood pharmacy, or again, check the list at vaccines.gov.
Relief for Tenants and Landlords
Tenants and landlords in San Bernardino County and financially impacted by the pandemic may apply for the San Bernardino County Rent Relief Partnership, an emergency rental assistance program, funded by $48.6 million in congressionally approved funds. The relief may help with up to 12 months of rental back-pay or future rent payments, as well as utility back-pay and prospective assistance. The county's partner in the program, Inland SoCal 211+ (ISC211), will begin accepting applications through December 31st, 2021, or until all funds are exhausted, whichever occurs first. Eligibility requirements include San Bernardino County residency, a household income at or below 50% of area median income, and at least one individual within the household must have qualified for unemployment benefits, experienced a reduction in household income, or experienced other financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For a full list of eligibility requirements and more information, click here. To apply, click here to visit www.sbcrentrelief.com or dial 211 and select extension 5. Households with a household income above 50% of area median income (AMI) but below 80% AMI may look for more assistance through the State of California's CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program by visiting housing.CA.gov.
California COVID-19 Rent Relief program
Rental Assistance: Tenants and landlords financially impacted by the pandemic may apply for the California COVID-19 Rent Relief program. This Congressionally approved federal aid will be directed to multiple state and local programs. Click here to visit the Rent Relief website and view more details on eligibility and required documents. For more information, to find a Local Partner Network organization near you, or for eligibility and application help, call the California COVID-19 Rent Relief Call Center at (833) 430-2122 (available in multiple languages).
Eviction moratorium extended
- Available to anyone with a coronavirus-related hardship, like loss of or reduction income
- Prevents you from being evicted if you declare your hardship
- Protection runs through September 30, 2021
Visit the California State Government Housing page to learn what your hardship declaration must include.
Rent is still due and evictions can still occur. You may benefit from additional city or county protections against eviction depending on where you live.
Renters in California who cannot pay their rent because of COVID-19-related hardships and should know their rights. Visit Housing is Key for more information.
For the full press release from Governor Gavin Newsom, please click here.
Mask Requirements in California
California has now changed its mask requirements to match Center for Disease Control guidance. Visit the State of California website for more information.
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Vaccinated people do not need to wear masks, except in the following settings where masks are required for everyone:
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Unvaccinated people are required to wear masks in indoor public settings and businesses, like:
- Retail
- Restaurants
- Theaters
- Family entertainment centers
- Meetings
- State and local government offices that serve the public
See California Department of Public Health’s Face Coverings Q&A to learn more about where masks are still required or recommended.
Read Get the Most out of Masking to learn how a mask can best protect you.
All Fireworks are Prohibited in Ontario
All fireworks are prohibited in Ontario, including the Safe and Sane fireworks. You may not sell, buy, transport, store, or use fireworks in the City of Ontario.
Please help keep our community safe and free from all fireworks. Those caught with illegal fireworks will be subject to a $1,000 fine, citation and/or arrest; including confiscation of all illegal fireworks.
If you see or hear fireworks in your neighborhood, please report them at OntarioCA.gov/NoFireworks or call the Fireworks Hotline at (909) 986-6711.
2021 Ontario Independence Day Activities
The Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department is pleased to announce the 2021 Independence Day activities:
"Celebrating Our Heroes"
Visit the R. Jack Mercer Community Bandstand along Euclid Avenue (at C Street) to see the "Celebrating Our Heroes" display. The banners will be up through Friday, July 9.
Independence Day Crafts
The Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department has a fun family craft available for you to pick up at your local Community Center.
4th of July Mascot Photo Contest
Find the pictures of your favorite City of Ontario Mascots at one of our selected park locations July 3 - July 5 and post the pictures of your family and friends online. Visit all these sites, write down the secret letter from each location, and you will receive a special message! Take a photo with your favorite mascot and share it with us using #CityofOntario. All tagged photos will be entered into a drawing to win special prizes!
For more information on the 2021 Independence Day activities, visit the webpage or call the Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.
City Facilities Closed on July 5 in observance of Independence Day
 City Facilities will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day.
City Facilities that will be closed due to the holiday include: City Hall, City Hall Annex, Main and Branch Libraries, Recreation & Community Services building facilities, Utility & Customer Service Center, Municipal Utilities Company, Housing, Community Improvement, Museum of History & Art, and the lobby entrances for Police and Fire.
Police and Fire services will remain available 24/7.
Holiday Refuse and Recycling Collection Information
City Facilities will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. Refuse and recycling collection will be provided ONE DAY LATER than your normal pickup day for the remainder of the week. To see the entire holiday schedule for Integrate Waste, visit OntarioCA.gov/IntegratedWaste.
Remember!
If you need to request a missed trash pickup, bulky item pickup, bin replacement, or empty rolloff request, you do not need to call our Utilities Customer Service Department. Simply fill out one of our new online forms and we will assist you!
Bulky Item Pickup Request
Empty Roll Off or Compactor Request
Missed Trash Pick Up
Container Replacement for Green Waste, Recycle and Trash
In-Person Council Meetings
The City of Ontario Council Meetings are now in-person. Unvaccinated members of the public must wear a mask.
Public Comment will be shared in-person. Those wishing to speak will need to fill out a blue comment card that will be available in the Council Chambers and submit prior to the start of the Council Meeting. Speakers will be called to the mic and will have up to 3 minutes.
Meetings will be broadcasted on your local Channel 3.
For more information, please contact the Records Management/City Clerk’s Department at (909) 395-2009.
Upcoming City Council Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, July 6 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, July 20 at 6:30 PM
Summer Concert Series Returns to Ontario Town Square!
The Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department is pleased to announce the 24th Annual Summer Concert Series is back at Ontario Town Square, located at 224 N. Euclid Avenue. We have a great line-up of live music planned for the community to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or please call (909) 395-2020.
Join us Tuesday, August 3 for America's Night out Against Crime!
Join the Ontario Police Department and the City of Ontario on Tuesday, August 3 for America's Night out Against Crime!
Don't miss out on Ontario's Party in the Park on Tuesday, August 3 from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center (1010 S. Bon View Avenue).
For more information, please visit OntarioNightOut.org or contact the Ontario Police Department Crime Prevention Unit at (909) 408-1939 or crimeprevention@ontariopolice.org.
Upcoming Yard Sale Dates – August 6, 7, & 8
The next citywide yard sale event is Friday, August 6 through Sunday, August 8. Yard sales will only be permitted one-weekend of each quarter during the year. Yard sales are not allowed at any other time of the year. Yard sale permits are NOT required for these events!
For important guidelines and requirements, visit OntarioCA.gov/YardSales.
If rainy weather conditions exist on either Friday or Saturday of the designated weekend, garage or yard sales may be conducted on the following consecutive Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For additional information, please contact the Community Improvement Department at (909) 395-2007.
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