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Issued weekly by the City of Diamond Bar - March 3, 2023
Welcome to Weekly Highlights from City Hall - Each issue of this electronic bulletin will contain brief news and information about City programs, services and projects.
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Don't forget to turn your clock forward one hour on Sunday, March 12, at 2 a.m. for daylight saving time.
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Government Explained Presentation Series
Learn about the General Plan on March 15 at 6 p.m. at the Diamond Bar Center
Did you know that every City and County in California has a policy document they use to base their zoning, land use and planning-related decisions? It is called a General Plan and it
is mandated by State law.
Space is limited and advance online registration is required for each presentation. Sign up at www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister using the keyword 9000.
For general questions regarding this series or for help registering, call (909) 839-7056 or email publicinfo@diamondbarca.gov.
Covid Clinic <https://myturn.ca.gov/>
Public Works Department
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Grand Avenue and Golden Springs Drive Intersection Improvement Project Update
The cast in place concrete west tunnel wing wall has been poured and completed. The Contractor is currently backfilling the slope behind the tunnel, followed by the construction of the
east tunnel in the next week, if weather permits.
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Example of work to be completed in Area 2
Roadway Rehabilitation Project Scheduled to Start in May
Residential & Collector Streets Rehabilitation (Area 2) and Arterial Street Rehabilitation (Golden Springs Drive from Brea Canyon Road to Grand Avenue)
The Area 2 neighborhood is located south of Grand Avenue, west of Diamond Bar Boulevard, north of Pathfinder Road, and east of State Route 57. The project will improve approximately
twelve centerline miles of residential and collector streets with slurry seal, chip seal, localized Asphalt Concrete (AC) dig-outs, and curb ramp improvements as determined by field
conditions. Additionally, the project will rehabilitate Golden Springs Drive from Brea Canyon Road to Grand Avenue with AC grind and overlay, enhanced bike lanes, signing and striping,
and ADA curb ramp improvements.
Community Development Department
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New Businesses: March 1-7
Hybrid Barber & Salon
562 N. Diamond Bar Boulevard
Haircuts and other personal care services.
Parks and Recreation Department
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Healthy Diamond Bar Tot Trot Event Postponed
New date - March 22, 2023
Bring out your toddlers for a fun trot through Sycamore Canyon Park from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22. Early walkers will be guided on an adventure through the trail. All participants
must be accompanied by an adult.
Limited spots available, register online at www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister (Activity Code: 5903) or contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (909) 839-7070.
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Get Moving with the Senior Wednesday Walkers
Participation is free, includes water and a small snack after every walk, and a monthly special speaker or activity. For the month of March walkers will be meeting at Peterson Park from
9 to 10 a.m. every Wednesday. Click here <https://webtrac.diamondbarca.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&primarycode=&keyword=wednesday&display=Detail&type=&category=&beginmo
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le=ar&multiselectlist_value=&arwebsearch_buttonsearch=Search> to register online or call the Parks and Recreation Department at (909)839-7068.
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Improve Your Basketball Skills
This course is designed for children to learn the fundamental concepts of basketball. The program focuses on technique through the use of activities that help build on each other. Players
gradually increase their abilities to help them play the sport of basketball. Register online by clicking here <https://webtrac.diamondbarca.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?module=AR&search=yes&pr
imarycode=1227,1228,1229> to build your little baller’s skills.
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Learn to be a Magician!
Learn the basics of Magic with Magician Martin. After learning the secrets of the tricks, students will also learn how to perform the magic with pizazz! Each participant will receive
a certificate of completion at the end of each session. Register online by clicking here <https://webtrac.diamondbarca.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/search.html?module=AR&search=yes&primarycode=1242,1243>
to start your child’s magical journey.
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Upcoming Meetings
* Planning Commission | March 14-Canceled
* City Council Meeting | March 21
Meeting participation is available in person and online. Participation details are available on the first page of every meeting agenda. Learn more and view archived City meetings at
www.diamondbarca.gov/agendas <http://www.diamondbarca.gov/agendas> .
Contact Information
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ng the property equipment. Plus, if you practiced putting on the chains prior to the snow, you want stand in the snow scratching your head trying to figure out how they go on while
you’re freezing in the cold.
Do you have an ice scrapper? If your ever stopped, or windshield wipers cannot hold up to the amount of snowfall, you may have to pull off the road and scrap the snow and ice off the
windshield. Also, I would suggest packing some extra blankets and flashlights in case you find yourself stuck. This will keep you warm and safe until help arrives to assist on getting
you unstuck.
Glare
Glare, I feel is a sneaky natural occurrence that driver’s do not think about before getting on the road. As the we grab our cup of coffee and get on the road as the sun rises, the
horizon becomes bright causing a glare on our windshield. The sunlight blinds us from seeing the cars and the roadway as we drive. This is very dangerous because we cannot see if
cars are stop or moving. Its also very difficult to see what color the traffic signal is showing. So, there may be someone stopped at a red light, and you won’t see them until there
is a collision. Make sure to slow down and try to wear polarized sunglasses which are made to stop the glare into your eyes.
Overall
When it comes to safety and your automobile, there are some essentials supplies you should consider always having with you. Emergency triangles and/or flares to indicate a vehicle is
stranded and to tell driver’s there is a hazard ahead. I medical first aid kit. A flashlight, heavy duty gloves, battery cables, and a blanket. Be mindful to check to see if you have
these items in your car and make sure everything in good working order and clean. This will give you confidence that if trouble should arise, you will be ready for it. And always where
your seatbelt.
I will end with a personal example. I was towing a large trailer from California to the east coast. I decided to get two extra trailer tires, one extra truck tire, a floor jack, gloves,
and lug wrench. I left everything in the back of the truck read to go. When my trailer tire blew, I safely pulled over and was able to quickly change my tire because I was prepared.
I was back on the road within ten minutes. Preparedness brings confidence and will keep you and other around you safe.
Aaron Scheller | Special Projects Deputy
Los Angeles County Sheriff | City of Diamond Bar
21810 Copley Drive,
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
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wn and see your speedometer. The assistance from the wind is nice but can keep you from slowing down as fast as you need to. If your headed into the wind, you might feel your car slowing
quickly. Watch behind you to make sure the vehicle following you recognizes the speed changes and adjusts their driving as well. Weather it’s a head wind or a tail wind, try to create
a safe cushion between the vehicles for any abrupt speed changes.
Side winds are the most dangerous, especially to a high-profile vehicle. They may push your vehicle from your lane into the next lane or off the road. Make sure you slow down to make
any driving adjustments as needed while keeping a firm two handed grip on the steering wheel. By driving fast, you give yourself less time to make the adjustments to avoid a traffic
collision. If you do have a high-profile vehicle, you might consider not driving in extreme high winds. The winds could cause your vehicle to overturn.
If you come an unfamiliar roadway that has water on top of it, don’t proceed. Turnaround and don’t drown. Too many times people try to traverse a roadway with water on it and end up
stuck or worse, swept away. Don’t take the chance, find an alternate route, or wait until the rain subsides.
Fog
Fog simply decreases the amount of roadway you can see. We have seen many collisions where a large pile-up was caused by the fog. You must slow down and try to keep yourself in the
lane. The white line on the right side of the road is called a fog line because it helps you keep your vehicle centered on the roadway and will help you avoid any obstructions. In
rural areas with a dirt shoulders, you might find it does not have a fog line. Keep yourself approximately three feet from the yellow center line to help navigate the roadway. Lastly,
do not use your high beams. The high beams cause a reflection in the fog and will make it more difficult to see. Keep it on the low beams. The 1000 foot rule also applies to fog,
to avoid a citation please use your headlights. This will allow cars driving in the opposite direction to see you.
Snow
Snow and ice on the road can be extremely dangerous. Not only is your vision limited, but if snow is on the ground, you may not be able to see the roadway lines. If you are planning
on driving in the snow, you must slow down and take your time. Be careful when applying the brakes, try to apply a slow braking method. If your car starts to skid, let ff the brake
and allow your car to straighten out, then re-apply the brakes until you come to a stop. Some areas may require chains to drive on the roadway, make sure to have the chains properly
fitted before you get to the snow. The last thing you want to do is get stuck because you have not prepared by getting the property equipment. Plus, if you practiced putting on the
chains prior to the snow, you want stand in the snow scratching your head trying to figure out how they go on while you’re freezing in the cold.
Do you have an ice scrapper? If your ever stopped, or windshield wipers cannot hold up to the amount of snowfall, you may have to pull off the road and scrap the snow and ice off the
windshield. Also, I would suggest packing some extra blankets and flashlights in case you find yourself stuck. This will keep you warm and safe until help arrives to assist on getting
you unstuck.
Glare
Glare, I feel is a sneaky natural occurrence that driver’s do not think about before getting on the road. As the we grab our cup of coffee and get on the road as the sun rises, the
horizon becomes bright causing a glare on our windshield. The sunlight blinds us from seeing the cars and the roadway as we drive. This is very dangerous because we cannot see if
cars are stop or moving. Its also very difficult to see what color the traffic signal is showing. So, there may be someone stopped at a red light, and you won’t see them until there
is a collision. Make sure to slow down and try to wear polarized sunglasses which are made to stop the glare into your eyes.
Overall
When it comes to safety and your automobile, there are some essentials supplies you should consider always having with you. Emergency triangles and/or flares to indicate a vehicle is
stranded and to tell driver’s there is a hazard ahead. I medical first aid kit. A flashlight, heavy duty gloves, battery cables, and a blanket. Be mindful to check to see if you have
these items in your car and make sure everything in good working order and clean. This will give you confidence that if trouble should