2023 Holiday Light Parade
 Join us this Saturday, December 2, for Ontario's Holiday Light Parade and Tree Lighting event at Town Square. Please note, there is a new parade route, secure your seats accordingly. There is no cost to attend these events, see you there!
2023 Holiday Light Parade & Tree Lighting
Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA | Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 6:30 PM
For more information, please call (909) 395-2020
Visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
 Parade will start at 4th St. and Euclid (southbound side of the median), route will cross median on "G" St., then continue southbound towards the Town Square on the northbound side of the median.
Ontario Regional Sports Complex Scoping Meeting
 A Notice of Preparation that the City of Ontario will prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Ontario Regional Sports Complex.
The 30-day Public Review Period extends from November 14, 2023 to December 15, 2023.
A Scoping Meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. In order to participate in the scoping meeting, please email your full name and physical address to Thomas Grahn, at tgrahn@ontarioca.gov, by 5:00 PM on Wednesday December 6, 2023, to obtain the Zoom meeting invite. The scoping meeting will begin with a presentation at 6:00 PM, followed by questions from the public.
Comments will be received until 5:00 PM on December 15, 2023. Any person wishing to make comments on this project must submit comments in writing to:
Thomas Grahn, Senior Planner
303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764
Grand Opening: Veterans Memorial Community Center
 You are invited to help us celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Veterans Memorial Community Center, a new facility funded by Measure Q. Enjoy light refreshments, crafts, activities, music and a showcase of upcoming center programming.
Veterans Memorial Community Center
Wednesday, December 6, 2023 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
1257 E. D Street, Ontario, CA
For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/Recreation or please call (909) 395-2020
Ontario Museum of History & Art Receives Highest National Recognition
 The Ontario Museum of History & Art has achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public.
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!
Race Day Timeline:
- 7:00 AM Day-of Registration/Packet Pick-Up Opens
- 7:45 AM Mascot Run
- 8:00 AM Dash 1K
- 8:30 AM 5K Run
- 10:30 AM Awards
For more information and to register visit: OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents
Packet Pick-Up Day | Thursday, December 14, 2023 | 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Race Day | Saturday, December 16, 2023 | 7:00 AM
Ontario Town Square, 224 N. Euclid Ave., Ontario, CA
Spark of Love Toy Drive
 ABC7, Ontario Firefighters, and SoCal Firefighters are celebrating the 31st anniversary of the Spark of Love toy drive from now until December 15, 2023.
Wish to donate? Drop off new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment at your local Ontario fire station.
Join us for the Stuff the Bus Event on Friday, December 8, 2023
ABC7 and Ontario Firefighters will stuff a bus with toys to give to children in need in the local Ontario community. Join us on Friday, December 8, 2023 from 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM at Mathis Brothers, 4105 Inland Empire Blvd, Ontario, CA 91764. We hope to see you there!
For more information or to donate online, please visit abc7.com/sparkoflove. #sparkoflove
Stay Connected
 Ontario residents, businesses, and visitors stay updated through the myOntario App!
The app allows you to easily search for your favorite city park or facility, find your closest library, explore upcoming events, and stay current with news and alerts.
You can also report maintenance and service issues you may come across, which will help improve our community. Easily take a photo of the issue, fill out a quick form, and hit submit. We will then automatically route your request to the appropriate department for resolution.
Let's keep Ontario clean and safe together!
Download here: OntarioCA.gov/MyOntarioApp
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 attract more activity in the downtown and optimize available space.
Construction began last month with 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
Kris Kringle Craft Fair
 Looking for a unique homemade gift to celebrate the holiday season? Look no further. Join us for Ontario's annual Kris Kingle Craft Fair!
Kris Kringle Craft Fair
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ontario Senior Center | 225 E B St, Ontario, CA 91764
For more information, please call the Ontario Senior Center at (909) 395-2021.
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, December 5 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, December 19 at 6:30 PM
Winter Holiday Closures
 Winter Holiday Closures
City Facilities will be closed in observance of the winter holidays from Saturday, December 24, 2023, through Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
City Facilities that will be closed include City Hall, City Hall Annex, Utility & Customer Service Center, Municipal Utilities Company, Community Improvement, and the lobby entrances for Police and Fire.
The Ontario Access Center will remain open to the public from Tuesday, December 26 through Thursday, December 28, 2023 from 9 AM to 4 PM but will close to the public on Monday, December 25 and Friday, December 29, 2023 and will reopen at 9 AM on January 2, 2023.
The Ovitt Family Community Library, Lewis Family Branch and the Recreation & Community Services buildings will close on Sunday, December 24 and Monday, December 25, 2023 as well as Sunday, December 31 and Monday, January 1, 2024.
The Museum of History & Art will close Sunday, December 24 through Tuesday, December 26 as well as Sunday, December 31, 2023 through Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
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 service will not occur on Monday, December 25 or Monday, January 1, 2024. Collection will be provided one day later than your normal pickup day for the remainder of the week.
Visit OntarioCA.gov/AboutOntario for more information.
Christmas Tree Collection
 The City's Integrated Waste Department will collect Christmas trees Tuesday, January 2 through Friday, January 12. Natural trees are chipped, mixed with leaves, and recycled into rich compost for beneficial reuse.
Natural Trees
- Please remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, stands, and plastic coverings from your tree before placing on the curb.
- Do not place your tree in a plastic bag.
- Place the tree next to the containers on your regular collection day.
- Please schedule a bulky item pick-up by contacting (909) 395-2050 for Christmas trees set out after January 12.
Artificial Trees
- Donate artificial trees in good condition to your local nonprofit organizations.
- If possible, recycle the base and trunk (pole) of the tree in the blue recycling bin.
- Remove all lights, ornaments, and tinsel before placing the tree on curb.
- If the lights are still intact, please remove them.
- If ornaments and tinsel are still intact, please place in the black refuse bin.
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.
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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 5 & 19
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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December 8
ABC7 and Ontario Firefighters will stuff a bus with toys to give to children in need in the local Ontario community. Join us on Friday, December 8, 2023 from 7 AM - 3 PM at Mathis Brothers, 4105 Inland Empire Blvd, Ontario, CA 91764. We hope to see you there!
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December 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
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January 27
Snow Day at Bon View Park! Join us for a fun-filled Snow Day with snow play areas, sled runs, arctic crafts, games, and refreshments! Saturday, January 27, 2024 from 10 AM - 2 PM
For more information, please call the Recreation & Community Services Department at (909) 395-2020.
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