Upcoming 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, October 7 at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, October 21 at 6:30 PM
Understanding Proposed Changes to Utility Rates
Join the Public Hearing
The City of Ontario wants you to take part in the public hearing.
Call or Visit
Go to the City Clerk’s Office at 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764, or visit OntarioCA.gov/OMUC. Questions? Call (909) 395-2161 or email OMUCadmin@ontarioca.gov
Send Your Protest or Objection
Write a letter to the City Clerk, 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764. Be sure to include:
- The rate increase you don’t agree with
- Your parcel number or service address
- Your name and signature
- A clear statement saying you object and why
See more in the Public Hearing Notice at ontarioca.gov/OMUC.
Come to the Hearing
You can attend and speak about the rate changes. Verbal comments alone do not qualify as formal protests, only written protests count as official.
Únase a la Audiencia Pública
La Ciudad de Ontario quiere que participe en la audiencia pública.
Llame o Visite
Vaya a la Oficina del Secretario Municipal en 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764, o visite OntarioCA.gov/OMUC. ¿Preguntas? Llame al (909) 395-2161 o envíe un correo electrónico a OMUCadmin@ontarioca.gov.
Envíe su Protesta u Objeción
Escriba una carta al Secretario Municipal, 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764. Asegúrese de incluir:
- El aumento de tarifas con el que no está de acuerdo
- Su número de parcela o dirección del servicio
- Su nombre y firma
- Una declaración clara diciendo que se opone y el motivo
Vea más detalles en el Aviso de Audiencia Pública en OntarioCA.gov/OMUC.
Asista a la Audiencia Pública
Usted puede asistir y hablar sobre los cambios en las tarifas.
Recuerde: los comentarios verbales no cuentan como protesta formal, solo las protestas escritas son oficiales.
Public Hearing
📍Council Chambers | 303 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764
📅 Tuesday, October 7, 2025
🕒 6:30 PM
Ontario Police Department Open House
 Mark your calendars! The Ontario Police Department’s Annual Open House is back on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
This family-friendly event is your chance to connect with the men and women who serve our community every day. Come meet our officers, explore police vehicles and equipment, enjoy live demonstrations, and learn more about how we work together to keep Ontario safe.
📍Ontario Police Department | 2500 S. Archibald Ave., Ontario CA
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025
🕒 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Ontario Fire Department Open House
 Join the Ontario Fire Department for a free, fun-filled event for all ages in honor of National Fire Prevention Week! Activities for the day include:
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Tour the Station: Take a guided tour of Fire Station #9 and see where our firefighters live and train.
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Enjoy Interactive Activities: Experience fire safety through fun and engaging hands-on activities.
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Win Giveaways: Take home fun and exciting prizes.
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Food Vendors: Grab a bite from local favorites while you explore.
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See Live Demonstrations: Watch live demonstrations showcasing the specialized skills and tools our firefighters use and much more!
📍Fire Station 9 | 2661 E. Grand Park St., Ontario, CA 91762
📅 Saturday, October 11, 2025
🕒 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Holiday Closure
 City facilities will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
- Refuse and recycling collection will not be affected.
- Police and Fire services will remain available 24/7.
Be Ready: Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill
 Earthquakes can strike at any time, and being prepared can make all the difference. With recent Southern California tremors and wildfire season still active, it’s important to make sure your household is ready.
On Thursday, October 16 at 10:16 a.m., millions of Californians will take part in the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill. This annual statewide exercise is your chance to practice what to do in the event of an earthquake: Drop, Cover, and Hold On.
Preparedness starts at home. Talk with your family about what to do during and after an emergency, review your emergency plan, and use the City of Ontario’s resources to help you get started.
Don’t forget to sign up for Alert Ontario and explore other resources to keep your family safe and informed.
Community Clean-Up Event
 Join us for a community clean-up event this fall at 1947 East Convention Center Way. Ontario residents are welcome to drop-off the following:
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Appliances
Mattresses
Carpet and Furniture
Lumber
Recyclables
Bundled Green Waste (no dirt collected)
Maximum of 4 Passenger Car Tires (rims removed)
DOCUMENT SHREDDING
Paper documents (binder clips, paper clips, rubber bands, and staples are OK)
* No cardboard or plastic media accepted *
HAVE HAZARDOUS WASTE?
Drop it off at 1430 South Cucamonga Ave. Fridays and Saturdays from 9 AM - 2 PM
No e-waste or hazardous waste will be collected at this time. Proof of residency is required. Questions? Contact Community Improvement at (909) 395-2007.
📍1947 East Convention Center Way
📅 Saturday, October 18, 2025
🕒 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM *or until trucks are full
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
 Cyber Tip: Don’t Take the Bait!
Hackers often use convincing emails and links to trick you into sharing personal information or downloading harmful files. Stay alert and protect yourself with these quick tips:
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Hover before you click. Place your mouse over any link (without clicking) to preview the address. If it looks suspicious, don’t open it.
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Be wary of urgent messages. Emails that demand you click, call, or open attachments immediately are a red flag.
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Verify the sender. If you don’t recognize who is contacting you, pause and double-check before responding.
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Check the email domain. Hackers often disguise themselves by making subtle changes to legitimate company domains.
Stay smart, stay safe, and remember: when in doubt, don’t click!
Ontario Baseball Launch Party Recap
What a night! On Thursday, September 18, the community gathered at Ontario Town Square to celebrate the biggest party Minor League Baseball has ever seen.
The evening was emceed by Mario Lopez and featured electrifying performances by Ozomatli and the Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, along with appearances from Los Angeles Dodgers legends. Fans were treated to a spectacular drone show that lit up the Ontario sky, while ESPN Los Angeles’ Travis and D’Marco broadcast live from the event.
The celebration marked the official unveiling of the Ontario Baseball brand and mascot, ushering in an exciting new chapter for baseball in our city. [Watch Video Here]
💙 Thank you to everyone who came out to join the fun—we can’t wait for the first pitch!
Follow Ontario Baseball on [Instagram], [Facebook], and [X], and subscribe to their newsletter to stay connected.
Ontario, Let's Rescue!
 🚨 Urgent Help Needed – Support Ontario’s New Animal Resource Center! 🚨
New to our area, the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC) began serving the City of Ontario on July 1—and they need your help now more than ever.
The center is currently caring for nearly 300 animals, and the numbers continue to rise. While the community has already shown incredible support, we’re at a critical point and urgently need:
🐾 Adopters
🐾 Foster families
🐾 Volunteers and community support
These animals are already here in Ontario and need safe, loving homes today. If you’ve ever considered fostering, now is the time to step in and make a difference.
Let’s come together and show what Ontario can do. Every action helps—and every animal matters.
📍1630 Shearwater Street, Ontario, CA 91761
🕒 9:00am-6:00pm (Every day, except federal holidays)
For more information please visit: arcinlandempire.org
To view current available animals: 24petconnect.com/ARCAnimals
Local Music • Entertainment • Ontario Upcoming Events
Fall Movie Nights
 Get ready for an evening of fun—Family Movie Nights are back! Join us at 6 PM for pre-show activities, with the movie kicking off at dusk. For more information, please call the Recreation & Community Services department at (909) 395-2020.
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Friday, October 10, 2025: The Nightmare Before Christmas
📍 Celebration Park South | 2910 E. Merrill Avenue
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Friday, November 14, 2025: Detective Pikachu
📍 Ontario Motor Speedway Park | 915 N. Center Avenue
All Ages | Free | No registration necessary
Howl-O-Ween Costume Dog Party
 It's Howl-o-ween season! Celebrate with your pet bestie! 🐾
📍 Schimmel Dog Park | 950 N. Cucamonga Avenue
📆 Saturday | October 18th
🕐 9 AM - 12 PM
⭐️ All Ages | Free | No registration necessary
For more information, visit OntarioCA.gov/SpecialEvents or call (909) 395-2020
Trunk or Treat
 Get ready for a ghostly good night of fun and treats with the Recreation & Community Services Department! Get ready for games, treats, decorated trunks and more!
📍 Westwind Park | 2455 E. Riverside Drive
📆 Friday | October 14th
🕐 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
⭐️ All Ages | Free | No registration necessary
Trunk Entries Needed, Interested?
Calling all individuals and families interested in joining as a Trunk or Treat entry!
$25 Resident Fee | $35 Non-resident Fee | $100 Business
Entry Deadline is October 10, 2025 or until spaces fill
Click Here to Register
GUIDELINES - Trunk or Treat 2025.pdf
Halloween Costume Parade & Contest
 Get ready for our Annual Halloween Costume Parade & Contest taking place on Thursday, October 30th at the Ontario Senior Center. This family-friendly event offers a chance for children to show off their costumes and compete for prizes, with ribbons and trick-or-treat bags for participants
📍Ontario Senior Center | 225 E. B Street
📆 Thursday | October 30th
🕐 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
⭐️ All Ages | Free
Age Divisions
0 - 2 Years
3 - 5 Years
6 - 9 Years
10 - 17 Years
Family/Group
Schedule of Events
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Sensory-Friendly Check-in
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM | Contestant Check-in
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Sensory Parade
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM | Categories Parade
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM | Honorable Judging
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Family Entertainment
Halloween Costume Parade & Contest 2025 Flyer.pdf
Dia de los Muertos Community Altar & Procession
 Community Altar
Participate by bringing your offering to Armstrong Community Center and add your story to the community altar. Honor loved ones who have passed with a community altar display. The 10x10 altar will be displayed at the R. Jack Mercer Community Bandstand on Euclid and C Street from Saturday, October 25 - Sunday, November 2, 2025. Proposals will be reviewed prior to approval.
Items will be displayed outdoors; please do not provide display pieces of high value or family heirlooms. We highly encourage copies of photos and items that are disposable in the event of damage or theft.
📍R. Jack Mercer Community Bandstand | Euclid Avenue & C Street
📆 October 25 - November 2
⭐️ All Ages | Free
Click Here for the Community Altar Guidelines
Click Here to Apply for the Altar Showcase
Dia de los Muertos Event At R. Jack Mercer Community Bandstand
Open to all! Dress in your best Dia de los Muertos-themed attire.
📍R. Jack Mercer Community Bandstand
📆 Saturday | November 1
🕐 3 PM - 9 PM | Procession at 6 PM
⭐️ All Ages | Free | No registration necessary
MakerCon
 Dive into the world of innovation at MakerCon, where creativity meets curiosity! Join us to celebrate all things STEM/STEAM, featuring inspiring organizations and passionate makers from across the Inland Empire. Connect, create, and be inspired! MakerCon is your ticket to explore. See you there!
📍Ontario Town Square | 224 N. Euclid
📆 Saturday | October 4
🕐 1 PM - 4 PM
⭐️ All Ages | Free | No registration necessary
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ontario City Library.
Scream Teens
 What is Scream Teens?
A teen literature contest for teens in grades 7 – 12! Write a one-page scary story in Times New Roman, 12-point font, single spaced. Once your story is complete, fill out the Scream Teens form and submit both to Erica Cordts at ECordts@OntarioCA.gov. Each story will be read by a panel of judges, and the top three will be awarded prizes fit for aspiring authors!
📄 Scream Teens Form
Workshops
Not quite sure how to craft the scary story you want to submit? Join us at the two writing workshops held at Ovitt Family Community Library! Each workshop will cover important writing lessons, from structuring your short story to an introduction to creepy gothic horror. Find your inner Mary Shelley and create your very own monster of a tale!
Workshops will be held on:
- September 18th from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- October 16th from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍Ovitt Family Community Library | 215 E. C Street
📍Lewis Family Branch Library | 3850 E. Riverside Drive
📆 October 1 - November 1 | Grades 7 - 12
🕐 1 PM - 4 PM
⭐️ Grades 7 - 12 | Free
Ontario Museum, Arts & Culture
Special Events
Ontario's First Annual MuralFest!
 The First Annual O-Town Walls MuralFest is happening Oct. 13th - 18th! A week long LIVE ART experience in Downtown Ontario Arts District.
For the inaugural event, 10 walls across the Downtown Arts & Entertainment Districts have been selected for murals.
Painting kicks off Monday, October 13th, and continues throughout the week as each location comes to life.
The week will feature mural painting, workshops, activations, and guided tours—plenty of ways to get involved and experience the art in action.
Celebrate the completed murals on Saturday, October 18th, from 5–10 pm.
Ontario Arts Festival
The Ontario Arts Festival is the premier destination for arts and culture in the Inland Empire. With 2,000+ visitors and growing every year, residents from across Southern California flock to this signature event to experience temporary art installations, live artist demonstrations, participate in hands-on art workshops, and shop from local artists and craftsmen who reside in the Inland Empire. Located in the heart of a growing cultural hub in the historic Downtown Ontario Arts District, the festival stands-out as the region’s cultural epicenter.
The Ontario Arts Festival is produced in partnership between the City of Ontario’s Department of Museum, Arts & Culture and the Chaffey Community Museum of Art, a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization. Your sponsorship is eligible for a tax deduction in the State of California.
📍Ontario Museum of History & Art | 217 S. Euclid Avenue, Ontario, CA 91761
📆 Saturday | October 18
🕐 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
⭐️ All Ages | No registration necessary
Thank you to our sponsors:
Día de los Muertos: Celebrating Artistic Journeys
 Día de los Muertos: Celebrating Artistic Journeys, Installation image, 2025.
Photo by Andrew K. Thompson.
Día de los Muertos:
Celebrating Artistic Journeys
📍Ontario Museum of History & Art | 217 S. Euclid Avenue, Ontario, CA 91761
📆 August 14 – November 2
🕐 Thursday - Friday: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM
🕐 Saturday - Sunday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
Día de los Muertos: Celebrating Artistic Journeys highlights contemporary artists who actively redefine the holiday using traditional symbols and imagery to express their connection to Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
Under the theme Celebrating Artistic Journeys, the exhibition emphasizes how the holiday shapes each artist’s journey, exploring life, identity, and transformation. These creators preserve a timeless tradition while contributing fresh storytelling marked by resilience and innovation.
Día de los Muertos: Celebrating Artistic Journeys invites audiences to engage with a vibrant, contemporary vision of progress and legacy. Through the fusion of traditions and identities, artists express remembrance, resilience, and renewal, enriching the evolving interpretation of Día de los Muertos.
Featured artists include: Alfonso Aceves (Kalli Arte Collective), Saul Aguilera, Lisa Cabrera, Frank Carrillo, Jessica Cruz, Patricia Jessup-Woodlin, Heriberto Luna, Riea Owens, Marylucille Nuñez, David Palacios, Theresa Polley-Shellcroft, and David Rosales.
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