September Newsletter

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COVID-19 UPDATES

FDA Approval

Now that the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is fully approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for people ages 16 and older, people who were waiting for that milestone to be reached can now get vaccinated by finding a location at sbcovid19.com and making an appointment or walking up to a County vaccination clinic. The Pfizer vaccine is now being marketed under the name Comirnaty (koe-mir’-na-tee).

Booster Doses

The next chapter for the County’s vaccination effort is providing third-dose vaccines to immunocompromised people and after Sept. 20, providing booster shots for all Americans eight months following their second dose of mRNA vaccines Pfizer and Moderna.

The criteria for the immune-compromised was determined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and includes people who have:

• Been receiving active cancer treatment for tumors or cancers of the blood
• Received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Received a stem cell transplant within the last two years or are taking medicine to suppress the immune system
• Moderate or severe primary immunodeficiency (such as DiGeorge syndrome, Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome)
• Advanced or untreated HIV infection
• Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids or other drugs that may suppress your immune response

If you are an immune-compromised person and want to make an appointment for a third-dose vaccine, visit sbcovid19.com. You do not need to provide medical proof of your condition, but will be asked to fill out a self-attestation form.

Rent Relief Programs

The ESG-CV Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program

The City of Ontario Housing Department through CARES Act Emergency Solutions Grant Coronavirus (ESG-CV) funds provides emergency grants to assist very low-income renters that have received written notification that their right to occupy their housing unit will be terminated within 21 days for non-payment of rent. This program provides assistance for up to six months of deferred or prospective rent and utility payments. Payments will be made directly to the landlord and/or utility companies.

For more information on the program, click here.

San Bernardino County Rent Relief Partnership

San Bernardino County has established the San Bernardino County Rent Relief Partnership, an emergency rental assistance program that will leverage more than $46.8 million in federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 funds to provide rental and utility assistance to county residents impacted by COVID-19.

Renters/Tenants: For a full list of eligibility requirements, click here.

Landlords: For a full list of eligibility requirements, click here.

California COVID-19 Rent Relief

The California COVID-19 Rent Relief program provides financial assistance for rent and utilities to income-eligible California renters and their landlords who have been impacted by COVID-19. Depending on the address of your rental property, you may be eligible for a local program. Apply Now to determine which program is right for you.

For more information on the program and details on eligibility and required documents, visit the California COVID-19 Rent Relief website.

New Short-Term Rental Complaint Hotline Available

With the increase in short-term rentals in areas the county, many have experienced some of the secondary impacts.  Trash left outside, cars blocking the driveway, late-night music – it’s all a nuisance and it’s also a code enforcement violation.

Those who know of short-term rentals creating a nuisance or operating illegally can call the new complaint line toll-free at 1-800-205-9417. This replaces the County’s prior Short-Term Rental hotline and comes with new and improved tools.

City of Ontario Updates

Summer Concert Series continues at Celebration Park North!

The 24th Annual Summer Concert Series continues to offer a great line-up of live music for the community to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you there! 

The concerts will be held at Celebration Park North, located at 4980 S. Celebration Avenue. 

For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or please call (909) 395-2020.

City Facilities Closed on September 6 in observance of Labor Day

City Facilities will be closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor 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

In Observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 6, 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.

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, Code Enforcement, Museum of History & Art, and the lobby entrances for Police and Fire.

Police and Fire services will remain available 24/7.

Remember!

If you need to request a bin replacement, missed trash pick up, bulky item pick up, or empty roll off request -- you do not need to call our Utilities Customer Service Department. Simply fill out one of the online forms and we will assist you!

Bulky Item Pick Up Request
Empty Roll Off or Compactor Request
Missed Trash Pick Up
Container Replacement for Green Waste, Recycle and Trash

City Council Meetings

September is National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder for us to be prepared for disasters or emergencies in our homes, businesses, and communities. We encourage you to use this opportunity to get started on your path to preparedness.

Build A Kit
Whether you're a disaster newbie or a prepper pro, gathering your emergency supplies is easy.

• Emergency Kit Checklist
• Personal Workplace Disaster Supplies Kit 
• Home/Family Disaster Supplies Kit

Make A Plan
Be prepared if a disaster strikes. 

• City of Ontario Emergency Preparedness Guide
• Create Your Family Emergency Communication Plan
• Document And Insure Your Property
• Safeguard Critical Documents and Valuables
• Family Emergency Communication Plan

Be Informed
Information can be a scarce and valuable resource during a disaster. Having good, accurate, and timely information when you need it most can make all the difference in the world. Sign up for AlertOntario, a Mass Notification service that allows the City of Ontario Public Safety agencies to alert you.  

For more Disaster Preparedness information and resources, visit www.ReadyOntario.com 

Fall 2021 CERT Basic Academy

The City of Ontario’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training is a program that prepares you to help yourself, your family, and your neighbors in the event of a disaster. During a major incident, emergency service personnel will not be able to reach everyone immediately. By getting training in CERT, you will have the skills to help emergency responders save lives and protect property.

CERT groups are known and trusted resources to emergency responders and their communities and as a member of CERT, you may respond to disasters, participate in drills, exercises, and city events. You must attend all modules to complete the course.

Fall courses begin on September 21. For more information and to register, visit OntarioCA.gov/CERT or call the Ontario Fire Department at (909) 395-2002.

Free Mulch Giveaway – September 24 & 25

The next FREE Mulch Giveaway is September 24 and 25. This event is for Ontario residents only. We encourage you to arrive early for this event, as the mulch is first come first serve. Please bring your own containers for mulch. For more information, contact the Ontario Parks & Maintenance Department at (909) 395-2633.

Friday, September 24 
John Galvin Park • 1072 N. Grove Avenue
7 AM – 1 PM

Saturday, September 25
Ontario City Yard • 1440 S. Cucamonga Avenue
7 AM – 1 PM

Ontario Festival of the Arts – October 16

The City of Ontario’s Community Life & Culture Agency, the Ontario Museum of History & Art and the Chaffey Community Museum of Art are excited to announce the third annual Ontario Festival of the Arts to be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 10 AM – 4 PM. The Festival exemplifies the City’s commitment to make Ontario the destination for arts and culture in Southern California.

This one-day event will feature a comprehensive scope of visual arts. Here are some highlights to expect at the event:

• Over 50 artist booths
• Museum exhibitions
• Food trucks and beer garden

For more information on the Festival of the Arts, email OntarioArts@OntarioCA.gov or call (909) 395-2222.

Route 66 Cruisin' Reunion – September 17 & 18

Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion® is a Southern California ultimate weekend celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile and its world-famous highway, Route 66. Two days of cruisin’, contests, live entertainment, fabulous food, and revelry make it one of the best events of its kind. Held annually each September along historic, tree-shaded Euclid Avenue in Ontario, California, Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion is where classic cruisers, convertibles, hot rods, and wicked Woodies fuel a jam-packed jamboree. Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion is a family-friendly event located on historic Euclid Avenue and the downtown streets near Ontario Town Square. Come as a family, food, or retail vendor, bring your classic car and enjoy a stroll along the historic tree-lined Euclid Avenue to admire the beauty of these fabulous vehicles from yesteryear.

For more information, visit www.Route66CruisinReunion.com

The Ontario Plan 2050 Update Environmental Justice Survey

The City of Ontario is updating The Ontario Plan and want to hear your thoughts on the environmental justice issues affecting your community. Throughout our communities, some bear a disproportionate burden of pollution and associated health risks. Environmental justice seeks to address this inequity by reducing pollution and increasing public investments in these communities, while also ensuring their input is considered in decisions that affect them.

Be a part of shaping environmental justice policies by participating in the Environmental Justice Survey that can be found at www.OntarioPlan.org/TOP2050. The Environmental Justice Survey will be available until September 30, 2021. 

Ontario 5K Reindeer Run – December 11

The City of Ontario is proud to continue its sponsorship of the Annual 5K Reindeer Run and Rudolph’s Dash that will be held on Saturday, December 11. The 5K Reindeer Run will begin and end in downtown Ontario! The family-friendly Rudolph’s Dash will begin at the Start/Finish line of the 5K Reindeer Run and end in the Rudolph’s Roundup children’s area. Kids can run or walk this shorter course, or families may participate together. Rudolph’s Dash is geared for younger kids, moms or dads with their strollers, or anyone that wants to join the race on a smaller scale! 

After the race, spend time with us in our Rudolph’s Roundup area where you can visit local businesses and race sponsors or have the kids participate in exercise activities and craft booths. There will be plenty of activities for the whole family! 

For more information and to register, visit OntarioCA.gov/5KReindeerRun or call the Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.

Helpful City of Ontario Website Links

• Coronavirus Updates: Stay up to date with information regarding Coronavirus.
• Engineering Road Closure Map: The City of Ontario is constantly working to improve our City – and sometimes that means temporary road closures. 
• Employment with the City of Ontario: See what careers are available or fill out a job request card.
• Online Municipal Forms: Request a bulky item pick up, missed trash pick up, container replacement, or empty roll off request with our online forms.
• Pay Water Bill: Pay or view your water bill online.
• Report Maintenance Issues: Use our online form to report issues within the City, or download the myOntario App.
• Contact Us! Don't see what you are looking for? Contact us at anytime using our online form!

Upcoming Events

September 2 & 9: Summer Concert Series   The annual Summer Concert Series continues at Celebration Park North. For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or call the Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.

September 6: Labor Day  Happy Labor Day from the City of Ontario.

September 6: Recycling and Refuse Collection Information City Facilities will be closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day. Recycling and refuse collection will be provided one day later than your normal pickup day for the remainder of the week.

September 7 & 21: Ontario City Council Meeting This month's City Council Meeting will be held on September 7 & 21. For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/Agendas/CityCouncil.

September 11: Patriot Day We Will Never Forget.

September 17 & 18: Route 66 Cruisin' Reunion Two days of cruisin’, contests, live entertainment, fabulous food, and revelry make it one of the best events of its kind. For more information, visit www.Route66CruisinReunion.com.

September 21 – October 12: CERT Basic Academy  Fall courses begin on September 21. For more information and to register, visit OntarioCA.gov/CERT or call the Ontario Fire Department at (909) 395-2002.

September 24 & 25: Free Mulch Giveaway This is for Ontario residents only. We encourage you to arrive early for this event, as the mulch is first come first serve. Please bring your own containers for mulch. For more information, contact the Ontario Parks & Maintenance Department at (909) 395-2633.

For questions or comments, please contact City of Ontario Communications Department at Communications@OntarioCA.gov or visit OntarioCA.gov/Communications.

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