Summer Concert Series
June Dates:
June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28
Are you ready for a Summer full of fun? The Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department is proud to present the return of the annual Summer Concert Series!
This year’s series will take place at Ontario Town Square (located at 224 N. Euclid Avenue) every Wednesday evening starting on May 31, 2023 through August 2, 2023 at 7:00 PM. Then the fun travels down to Celebration Park North (located at 4980 S. Celebration Avenue) on Thursday beginning August 10, 2023 through August 31, 2023 at 7:00 PM.
The Summer Concert Series is open on a first-come, first-serve basis and is FREE to watch! Attendees will need to bring their own blankets and chairs. Pre-concert activities, opportunity drawings, and demonstrations begin at 5:30 PM. Bands will take the stage at 7:00 PM.
For more information regarding these events, please visit www.OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or contact the Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.
Be sure to bring your friends and family and enjoy the show!
2023 Summer Movies in the Park
 June Dates:
June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23, June 30
Enjoy Friday nights at Ontario Town Square (located at 224 N. Euclid Avenue) for Movies in the Park! Bring the whole family to enjoy a family-friendly film under the stars. Before the show starts, families can enjoy making a craft that ties in with the night’s movie. Be sure to arrive early to participate in the opportunity drawings!
The Summer Concert Series is open on a first-come, first-serve basis and is FREE to watch! Attendees will need to bring their own blankets and chairs. Pre-event activities and opportunity drawings begin at 5:30 PM. The feature film will start at 7:00 PM.
 Join us and make a special craft for the father figure in your life!
Date & Time:
Wednesday, June 14, 2023 - 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location:
Anthony Munoz Community Center1240 West Fourth Street
Cost:
Free
Recently Completed Alley Projects!
Alley between Berlyn Avenue & Campus Avenue
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 Alley between Palm Avenue & Bonnie Brae Court
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We Want to Hear From You!
 Let's envision the future of George Gibbs Park together! The Ontario Recreation & Community Services Department is looking for input from community members to help plan the next steps in renovating George Gibbs Park. Take our survey and make your voice heard!
View Ontario's Draft Hazard Mitigation Plan and Provide Your Feedback!
 Since 2022, we’ve been working on an update to our LHMP, a five-year strategy to identify and reduce the threats from natural and human-caused disasters to our community. City staff is preparing this plan, with support from key stakeholders, and technical consultants. Feedback and comments from other Ontario community members have helped to ensure that the plan reflects the opinions, concerns, and goals of our residents and businesses.
A first draft of the completed plan is now available, and we want your input. Tell us what you think about the plan and ways we can improve it. We want to hear all your ideas.
We’ll integrate public comments into the plan prior to transmittal to state and federal agencies. You can share your comments until June 9th, 2023. You can read the plan here, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan | City of Ontario, California (ontarioca.gov) and send your comments to 2023 Ontario Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Public Review Draft Comments (google.com) .
Are You Graduating High School This Year?
The City of Ontario, California - Government is committed to helping Ontario students achieve their dreams of higher education.
That's why we created the Community College Promise Scholars program that provides full tuition reimbursement for up to two years at any accredited California community college!
Whether you're pursuing an Associate's Degree, General Education or Vocational Certificate, we want to help you enhance your skills and contribute to the workforce in our region.
For more information visit https://ontarioca.info/PromiseScholars or contact Promise Scholars College Ambassador Catherine Danh:  CDanh@ISCUW.org
Oversized Vehicle Parking Permits
 Starting July 1, 2023, a permit is required & must be displayed to park oversized vehicles on a public street.
We recognize that our residents love engaging in outdoor activities, & this new requirement aims to maintain a safe & clean environment for everyone.
Applications will open June 15. For more details: ontarioca.gov/OversizeVehiclePermits
City Council Meetings
 Regularly scheduled City Council Meetings are held at 6:30 PM on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.
Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 303 E. B Street. Meetings are broadcasted LIVE on OntarioTV and our local cable Channel 3.
For instructions on providing Public Comment and to view the Agenda, visit OntarioCA.gov/Agendas/CityCouncil.
For more information, please contact the City Clerk / Records Management Department at (909) 395-2009 or at City Hall, located at 303 E. B Street.
Upcoming City Council Meeting Dates:
Tuesday, June 6 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, June 20 at 6:30 PM
Ontario Water Conservation Plan: Voluntary Conservation Stage
 Everyone is encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by reducing the amount of potable (drinking) water used through various water saving strategies.
Voluntary Conservation includes the following:
- Avoid hose washing of sidewalks, driveways, and other parking/paved surfaces.
- Cars and other vehicles should be washed by hand, rinsed with a hose with apositive shutoff nozzle, at a commercial car wash, or with recycled water.
- Avoid using water to clean, fill or maintain levels in decorative fountains or pondsunless it has a water recycling system.
- Encourage restaurants to serve drinking water only to customers who request it.
- Promptly repair leaks from indoor and outdoor plumbing fixtures.
- Avoid watering lawns, and the like, between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
- Prevent water from running off from landscaped areas due to incorrectlydirected or maintained sprinklers or excessive watering.
Tenant Workshop
 The City of San Bernardino is hosting a free Tenant Workshop on June 27th. Learn about your rights and connect with legal advocates. If you can't make this one, they will be conducted on a quarterly basis!
 SEE YOU IN JULY!
Parade Applications now open through June 2nd!
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:
CORE Seminar
Is your business prepared for when a disaster strikes?
Continuity & Organizational Resilience in Emergencies (CORE) Seminar prepares businesses, nonprofits, or faith-based organizations through a structured series of training sessions.
We're Hiring!
Are you interested in a meaningful career in public service? Are you ready to make a positive impact on the community? We invite you to apply with the City of Ontario!
For a list of Open Job Opportunities or to fill out a Job Interest Card, visit OntarioCA.gov/Employment
Seasonal Jobs such as lifeguarding are in high demand for the summer.
Administrative Internships are available!
Financial Advisory Depo: The City of Ontario Financial Services Agency has an exciting internship opportunity for a motivated individual interested in gaining valuable training and experience needed to enter the field of Finance.
Engineering: We are looking for people that want to make a positive impact on the community while developing professional skills in the areas of Civil Engineering, Traffic/Transportation, Environmental Programs, Capital Improvement Projects and/or Land Development. Interns will have the ability to observe and participate in a variety of tasks that support the overall operation of the assigned department.
Ontario PD looking for recruits. Cadet, Dispatcher, Investigative analysis and Administrative technician are available to apply for!
Don't wait to start serving your community!
Helpful City of Ontario Website Links
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June 6 & 20: Ontario City Council Meeting
This month's City Council Meeting will be held on June 6 & 20. For more information, visit
OntarioCA.gov/Agendas/CityCouncil.
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June 14: Flag Day
A commemorative Holiday observed on June 14th each year, Flag day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official flag of the United States in 1777. Come together to celebrate freedom and unity for all citizens.
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June 18: Father's Day
A day to celebrate Dads! On this special day, we take the opportunity to recognize and appreciate the significant role fathers play in shaping our lives. Whether they are biological fathers, stepfathers, adoptive fathers, or mentors, Father's Day is a chance to express our love and deep appreciation for their presence.
Don't forget our Father's Day Craft event on June 14!
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June 19: Juneteenth
Juneteenth, we come together as a community to honor the emancipation of enslaved people and reflect on the struggles, resilience, and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Juneteenth serves as a reminder of the long and arduous journey towards freedom and equality, while also celebrating the rich heritage and culture of the African American community.
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