50th Anniversary Celebration
You are invited to attend the celebration 50 years in the making! The Friends of Ontario City Library invite you to join them for their 50th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 6 pm – 8 pm. Join us for a fun evening of delicious, hearty appetizers, desserts, beer and wine will all be included. We will be grooving to 70's music and a curated silent auction will take place.
This after-hours event at the library is 21 years + only. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: FOCL50.eventbrite.com
Ovitt Family Community Library | $50 per person
215 East C Street, Ontario, CA | Saturday, November 4, 2023 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Note: Physical tickets will not be issued. Your name(s) will be added to a guest list and checked upon entering the event.
Donate Can't attend the Party in the Stacks but still want to give to the Friends of the Ontario City Library fundraiser? Use the Donate button found in "tickets" to make a contribution. Your support is appreciated, thank you!
Yard Sale Weekend
 The next city-wide yard sale weekend is November 3 - 5, 2023. Yard sales are permitted city-wide between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM.
Guidelines and Requirements: OntarioCA.gov/YardSales
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, November 7 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, November 21 at 6:30 PM
Thank You Veterans
 Veterans Day (Saturday, November 11, 2023)
City Facilities will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.
City Facilities that will be closed 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.
For emergencies, please call 911
To report drunk drivers, please call 911
For non-emergencies, please call Ontario Dispatch at (909) 986-6711
Visit OntarioCA.gov/AboutOntario for more information.
LISTOS Class in English!
 LISTOS is a fun, discussion-based class intended to teach your family how to become more prepared for an emergency or disaster in your home. The class is taught by fellow members of our community that are passionate about making sure all families are prepared and ready to handle an emergency.
The LISTOS program covers identifying hazards and risks, creating a communication plan, family reunification, utility shut-off, fire extinguishers, emergency supplies, and first aid. Join us for our upcoming December class!
Armstrong Community Center | FREE Class
1265 S. Palmetto Ave., Ontario, CA | Saturday, December 9, 2023 | 10 AM - 3 PM
Be Aware!
 Fraud Awareness Week (November 12 - 18, 2023)
Organizations worldwide lose an estimated 5 percent of their annual revenues to fraud, according to Occupational Fraud 2022: A Report to the Nations. Fraud takes many shapes and forms, among them corporate fraud, consumer fraud, tax fraud, identity theft and many others. Explore the resources linked below to see just how large of an impact fraud has on the world.
Beware of Porch Pirates
With the holidays approaching and online shopping on the rise, here are 7 suggested ways to discourage porch pirates:
- Install security cameras.
- Invest in a video doorbell camera.
- Use a PO box or Amazon Locker.
- Ship your package to your office.
- Request a signature.
- Use your garage to your advantage.
- Ask for a neighbor’s help.
Stay alert Ontario!
Happy Thanksgiving
 Happy Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 23)
City Facilities will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24.
Police and Fire services will remain available 24/7.
For emergencies, please call 911
To report drunk drivers, please call 911
For non-emergencies, please call Ontario Dispatch at (909) 986-6711
Refuse and recycling collection will be provided one day later than your normal pickup day for the remainder of the week. Refuse and recycling collection will return to the regular schedule the following week. For questions regarding this schedule, please call Customer Service at (909) 395-2050.
Visit OntarioCA.gov/AboutOntario for more information.
Civic Center Campus Expansion
 The City of Ontario began work on the Civic Center Campus Expansion late summer, a part of the broader Ontario Plan to revitalize downtown. This effort envisions a modernized Civic Center Campus that will contribute to the reactivation of downtown, attracting more activity in downtown and optimizing available space.
The first project is complete - a storm drain line on D Street, between Cherry Avenue and Sultana Avenue. The next project set to begin this month is the new location for Fire Station #1 on the corner of Sultana Avenue and D Street.
For the latest updates and to learn more about the broader Ontario plan, visit our website.
For any questions, concerns, or further information regarding the construction projects and associated changes, please contact:
Dan Bell, Communications and Community Relations Director
Phone (909) 395-2400 | Email: dbell@OntarioCA.gov
Dan Beers, Principal Project Manager
Phone (909) 395-2806 | Email: dbeers@OntarioCA.gov
West Valley Connector
 Preconstruction activities are underway on the West Valley Connector (WVC) project including property acquisition and demolition in anticipation for the start of construction in December 2023. The 100% zero-emission Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is the first stage of the San Bernardino County zero-emission Bus Initiative and second BRT route in San Bernardino County.
Phase I of the project is 19 miles and will upgrade a portion of existing Route 61, which runs along Holt Boulevard, adding approximately 3.5 miles as center running, dedicated bus-only lanes. There will be 21 stations in Phase I that will provide an improved transit connection to Ontario International Airport (ONT) and link ONT, two Metrolink lines (San Bernardino and Riverside) and multiple major activity centers along the route.
For questions or concerns, please call: (877) 55-SBCTA (7-2282) or email info@gosbcta.com.
2023 Holiday Light Parade
 2023 Holiday Light Parade
Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA | Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 6:30 PM
For more information, please call (909) 395-2020
Visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
5K Reindeer Run
 Registration Now Open! 5K Reindeer Run on Dec. 16
“♫ We're turning it loose, put on those 5K shoes! ♫”
Sign up now to be a part of this year's 5K Reindeer Run! Grab your 80s gear and prepare to dash to the finish line!
For more information and to register visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
Packet Pick-Up | Pricing Varies | Thursday, December 14, 2023
Ontario Town Square, 224 N. Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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November 3 - 5
The next city-wide yard sale weekend is November 3 - 5, 2023. Yard sales are permitted city-wide between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM.
Guidelines and Requirements: OntarioCA.gov/YardSales
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November 7 & 21: City Council Meeting
Join us in person for the regularly scheduled City Council Meetings, 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 St. Can't attend in person? Meetings are also broadcasted LIVE on OntarioTV and our local cable Channel 3.
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November 11 Veterans Day
City Facilities will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. City Facilities that will be closed 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.
For emergencies, please call 911
To report drunk drivers, please call 911
For non-emergencies, please call Ontario Dispatch at (909) 986-6711
Visit OntarioCA.gov/AboutOntario for more information.
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November 23
Happy Thanksgiving
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December 2
Join us for the 2023 Holiday Light Parade on Euclid Ave. Parade is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM.
For more information, please call (909) 395-2020
Visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
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December 16 (Register Today!)
“♫ We're turning it loose, put on those 5K shoes! ♫”
Sign up now to be a part of this year's 5K Reindeer Run! Grab your 80s gear and prepare to dash to the finish line!
For more information and to register visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
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