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Home My WebLink AboutMarch 2025 Diamond Bar Connection NewsletterDiamond Bar ConnectionDiamond Bar Connection March 2025 6 City of Diamond Bar 21810 Copley Drive ■ Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4178 (909) 839-7000 ■ (909) 861-3117 Fax www.DiamondBarCA.gov ■ PublicInfo@DiamondBarCA.gov Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit #3339 Chino, CA Postal Customer This newsletter is published and mailed monthly to all residences and businesses in Diamond Bar. Please call (909) 839-7056 to report any typographical errors or inaccuracies. ******************ECRWSSEDDM***** Connect with Us @CityofDiamondBarCA @diamondbarca @cityofdiamondbar @DiamondBarCity @diamondbarca City Services: 839-7000 City Council 839-7000 Building & Safety 839-7020 Business Licenses 839-7030 City Clerk’s Office 839-7014 City Manager’s Office 839-7000 Community Development 839-7030 Facility Reservations 839-7065 Finance 839-7050 Human Resources 839-7018 Neighborhood Improvement 839-7030 Planning 839-7030 Public Works/Engineering 839-7040 Public Works/Maintenance 839-7060 Recreation 839-7070 Senior Services 839-7068 Transit Information 839-7045 Public Safety: Fire (LA County)* 629-9671 Police (LA Co. Sheriff)* 595-2264 24-Hour Hotlines: Building Inspection 839-7027 Employment Opportunities 348-8300 Field/Weather 348-8310 Graffiti Removal 800-794-7384 *For emergencies, call 9-1-1 Find it Fast Phone Directory Unless otherwise specified, all telephone numbers listed below are in area code 909. Registration Now Open for Public Safety Presentation The City is teaming up with representatives from the Los Angeles County fire and sheriff’s departments and the Inland Valley Humane Society and S.P.C.A. (IVHS) to host an informative event this spring and fall. Meet Your Public Safety Service Providers, as the event is called, will be offered on four different dates - Wednesdays, March 26, April 30, Sept. 24, and Oct. 29, at the same time and location – 6 to 8 p.m. at Diamond Bar City Hall, located at 21810 Copley Drive. The event will give residents a chance to hear directly from local public safety service providers about their services, programs and operations, and their top tips for emergency preparedness. Following the presentation portion of the event, attendees will have a chance to engage directly with City and public safety personnel, and ask questions or share their concerns regarding public safety matters. Free snacks, refreshments and giveaways will be available, and all attendees 13 and older will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of several door prizes. Seating is limited and advance online registration is required by visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/ltps. For more information or for help with registration, contact the City’s Community Relations Division by calling or texting 909-839-7019 or emailing publicinfo@diamondbarca.gov. 22 33 44 WHAT’S INSIDE 55 66General Plan Presentation Fire-Resistant Landscaping Workshop Recreation News Classes and Events Recreation News Classes and Events Snapshots Around Town This newslettter is printed on 30% post-consumer recycled content paper STRETCH YOUR LIMITS … Step into the world of Pilates with Joann Chung, a passionate Mat Pilates instructor right here in Diamond Bar. Joann’s Saturday morning class at the Diamond Bar Center helps participants build strength, stability, and flexibility through exercises performed on a mat, focusing on proper form, alignment, and connecting the mind and body. Expect a workout that targets your legs, hips, abdomen, and back muscles with planks, side planks, and core-focused movements. Whether you’re aiming to improve balance, coordination, or posture, Joann’s class offers something for all levels. The next session will be offered 9 to 9:50 a.m. Saturdays from April 19 to May 10 at the Diamond Bar Center, located at 1600 Grand Avenue. The cost is $82 for residents and $87 for non-residents. Don’t forget your yoga mat! Get ready to stretch, strengthen, and feel your best. To learn more and register, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister or call 909-839-7070. Elected Officials Mayor ..............................Chia Yu Teng Mayor Pro Tem ......................Steve Tye Council Member ..........Andrew Chou Council Member .....................Stan Liu Council Member .............Ruth M. Low City Manager .........................Dan Fox March 2025 5 909-839-7070 | recreation@diamondbarca.gov909-839-7070 | recreation@diamondbarca.govRECREATION NEWS, CLASSES & EVENTSRECREATION NEWS, CLASSES & EVENTS Spring Class Highlight Spring Class Highlight Pets Palooza STEAM Camp April 14-18 | 9 a.m.-noon Pantera Park | 738 Pantera Drive Ages 2-3.5 AC 1243 Registration Fee: Diamond Bar residents - $260, non-residents - $265 The Challenge Island STEAM teams have been commissioned to engineer and design a luxurious resort created just for pets! Posh pet hotel rooms, fun-filled pet playgrounds, sporty pet stadiums, and a pet health care center to name just a few. This popular camp gets two paws up and is a must for every pet-loving kid! Teams will be grouped by age. Summer PreviewSummer Preview New Instructor: Tumble N Kids – Gymnastics for ages 3-12 on Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings New Summer Half Day Camps Summer is right around the corner and our summer half day camps at Pantera Park are sure to excite your little ones. Whether you are looking for a LEGO camp, dance or film making, there is something for all ages this summer. See below for some of our new offerings. Look for complete descriptions and more information online at www.diamondbarca.gov/register or in the summer recreation guide available April 1. Kitoodle Creators Summer Camps  Toy Workshop June 2-6 | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Ages 5-11 AC 2269 1  Movie Madness July 14-18 | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Ages 5-11 AC 2270 1 Film & Improv with Off the Beaten Track Productions  Let’s Make a Short Film July 14-18 | 9 a.m.-noon Ages 7-14 AC 2267 1  Comedy Confidence Improv July 14-18 | 12:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 7-14 AC 2268 1 Senior SeminarsSenior Seminars Senior seminars are free and open for all to attend. Seminars are held at the Diamond Bar Center. Registration is recommended to ensure speakers provide enough supplies. Register by calling 909-839-7070 or visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/register using the corresponding activity codes (AC). Health, Wellness, Wholeness (AC 1649) Monday, March 10 | 10-11 a.m. Discover how to stay emotionally and physically fit. Presented by LA County Mental Health Manicures (AC 1650) Monday, May 12 | 10-11 a.m. Enjoy a free manicure! Registration is required. Presented by Optum Memory Loss and Alzheimer’s: Let’s Talk! (AC 1651) Monday, May 19 | 10-11 a.m. An overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its effects. Presented by Los Angeles Alzheimer’s Senior DancesSenior Dances All senior dinner/dances are open to individuals aged 55 and older, and take place 6-9 p.m. at the Diamond Bar Center. Tickets are $25 for Diamond Bar residents, and $30 for non-residents. Table reservations are available for groups of eight or more people. Ticket sales close at 2 p.m. the Friday before the dance. For more details or to register, stop by the Diamond Bar Center at 1600 Grand Ave. or visit www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister. Hollywood Glam Dance (AC 1604) Thursday, April 10 | 6-9 p.m. Dance like star at the dazzling Hollywood Glam Dance where glitz and glam meets the dance floor. Enjoy a night filled with lively music, stunning outfits, dancing, dinner, and raffle prizes. Cinco De Mayo Dance (AC 1603) Thursday, May 8 | 6-9 p.m. Celebrate the festive holiday of Cinco de Mayo with friends, great music of all genres, raffle prizes, and delicious Mexican food! Mt. San Antonio College ClassMt. San Antonio College Class Check out this new class being offered by Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) at the Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave. Registration cannot be processed by City staff; to register, attend the class and speak to the instructor. New Regenerative Gardening Feb. 26-June 18 | 10-11:50 a.m. An exploration of organic and traditional gardening as it applies to gardeners and innovative green entrepreneurs. This course prepares students with gardening skills, including plant needs, design, propagation methods, pruning, pest control, and soil science, that can be applied on the job or in the community. This course is built upon a regenerative gardening framework centered around sustainability, waste reduction, community building, indigenous wisdom, and environmental education. For a full class listing visit mtsac.edu/oap. For more information, contact Education for Older Adults at 909-274-4192 or eoa@mtsac.edu. Update on Maple Hill Park Update on Maple Hill Park Improvement ProjectImprovement Project Work on improvements to a popular neighborhood park is nearing the final stages. The improvements being made at Maple Hill Park include a renovated playground area with a new fall surface and play equipment for children in the 2 to 5 and 5 to 12 age ranges; a new restroom building; new paved walkways around the playground and restroom, and minor landscaping work. A reopening event is planned for sometime in May to celebrate the completion of these improvements. Details about the event will be shared through this newsletter and the City’s social media channels. For more information about this project, contact the City’s Public Works Department at 909-839-7040 or publicworks@diamondbarca.gov. Summer Programs Open House March 8 Plan ahead for a summer to remember by attending an inaugural open house set to take place 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 8 at the Diamond Bar Center. Organized by the City’s Parks and Recreation Department, the Summer Programs Open House is a great opportunity for you, your family and friends to get a sneak peek at the City’s summer recreational offerings. Attendees will get to view activity demonstrations, and meet the instructors of some of the most highly-anticipated summer activities and half-day camps. Additionally, those in attendance will have a chance to register for most summer offerings ahead of registration opening to the public on April 1. Diamond Bar Center is located at 1600 Grand Avenue. For more information, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents or call 909-839-7070. All attendees will receive a free branded beach ball.4, 18 City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. 11, 25 Planning Commission Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. 13 Traffic and Transportation Commission Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. 27 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. 10-14, 24-28 Street Sweeping Find an interactive map schedule at www.diamondbarca.gov/streetsweeping For meeting locations and times, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/calendar. MARCH CITY MEETINGS & EVENTSCALENDAR SNAPSHOTSSNAPSHOTSAROUNDAROUND TOWNTOWN MARCH 2025 Diamond Bar ConnectionMarch 2025 Diamond Bar ConnectionMarch 20252 3 Diamond Bar ConnectionMarch 2025 4 NEWS, CLASSES AND EVENTSNEWS, CLASSES AND EVENTS909-839-7070 | recreation@diamondbarca.gov909-839-7070 | recreation@diamondbarca.gov RECREATIONRECREATION Calling all young artists and creative thinkers! As part of its Earth Day and Arbor Day festivities, the City is sponsoring two contests – a poster drawing contest for fourth- to seventh-graders, and a poster research contest for students in sixth to 12th grade. The poster drawing contest seeks entries that illustrate the theme “Trees Root Our Community”, while the poster research contest invites students to present practical solutions to address a significant environmental issue. Both contests are open to children and youth City Presentation to Focus on GENERAL PLAN 2040 Diamond Bar’s General Plan is the topic of the next presentation in the City Government Explained series that takes place at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 at City Hall. Sometimes referred to as a blueprint for future growth and development, General Plans are comprehensive and long-range policy and planning documents. They guide decision-making related to development, such as land use, transportation, conservation, recreation, public services, and safety. Every City and County in California is required by state law to have an adopted General Plan in place. The March 6 presentation, which is open to ages 13 and older, will provide an overview of Diamond Bar’s General Plan and its key elements. Free snacks and refreshments are provided, and attendees have a chance to win one of several door prizes. Space is limited and advance registration is required by calling or texting 909-839-7019 or emailing publicinfo@diamondbarca.gov. For more information about City Government Explained, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/community. Mulch Giveaway Free mulch will be available on a first come, first-serve basis from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 15 at Diamond Bar High School. Organized by the City in collaboration with the Water District, the mulch giveaway is self-serve which means individuals must come prepared with containers and tools such as gloves and a shovel to collect the mulch and load into their vehicles. There is a limit of 80 gallons per household. For more information about this event, contact the City’s Environmental Services Division at 909-839-7015 or greendb@diamondbarca.gov. Walnut Valley Water District is hosting a free Fire-Resistant Landscaping Workshop from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 15 at the Walnut Senior Center, located at 21215 La Puente Road in Walnut. The workshop will be led by Douglas Kent, a long-time fire- safety advocate and author of Firescaping. His presentation will be tailored to Diamond Bar and neighboring communities, and will cover strategies for creating defensible space around a home for wildfire safety through fire-resistant plant selection, spacing and maintenance. Admission is open to all Walnut Valley Water District customers. For more information and to register, visit https://walnutvalleywater.gov/events. For help with registration, call 909-595-7554. Enforcement of New Crosswalk Law In Effect Drivers are reminded that parking or stopping their vehicles too close to a crosswalk or intersection is prohibited under a new state law. Known as the Daylighting Law, Assembly Bill 413 took effect at the start of 2024 but citation enforcement did not begin until January 1. AB 413 aims to eliminate blind spots at crossing points that make it difficult for drivers and pedestrians to see each other, increasing the likelihood of serious accidents. Specifically, the law makes it illegal to park or stop a vehicle within 20 feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk, even if the curb is not painted red and there is no parking restriction sign. For reference, a full-size SUV is approximately 17 feet in length. Violations of AB 413, whether or not the driver is present, are considered a parking violation, and therefore are not recorded on driving records. However, unpaid parking tickets can have other negative consequences that include being assessed late fees, having the citation sent to a collection agency and reported to Special EventsSpecial Events Breakfast with the Bunny Saturday, April 12 | 9-11 a.m. Diamond Bar Center | 1600 Grand Ave AC 1801 Enjoy Breakfast with the Bunny for $15 per individual. Admission to the event includes breakfast, children’s crafts and game stations (recommended ages 2-8), interactive dancing, and a photo with the Bunny. Limited seats are available, and advance registration is required. All children must be registered and accompanied by a registered adult. Registration is open until filled. In-Person: Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Avenue or Online: www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents DIAMOND BAR CENTER Rent a room today! Find the perfect space at the Looking for the ideal venue for your next meeting, event, or gathering? The Diamond Bar Center offers a variety of versatile rooms to suit your needs, whether it’s a wedding, corporate meeting, birthday party, company conference, or training session. Why Choose the Diamond Bar Center  Flexible Room Sizes. From intimate spaces to large halls, there is a perfect room for your event.  Hillside Location  Views of the San Gabriel Valley at your footstep.  Customizable Layouts. Arrange the space to fit your needs – classroom, theater, or banquet.  Diamond Bar Resident Discounts. Residents and businesses receive a discount on select days. Book your tour today - Contact the Facilities Rentals team at 909-839-7065 or rentals@diamondbarca.gov. credit agencies, and being unable to renew the vehicle’s registration. Because this is a state law, any law enforcement official or parking enforcement officer can issue citations to violators. In Diamond Bar, parking laws are enforced by the Walnut/Diamond Bar Sheriff’s Station, and parking violations carry a fine of $55. To read the bill as signed into law, visit the California Legislature’s website at https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/ and search Bill Number AB 413 and selected Session Year 2023-2024. AB 413 makes it illegal to park or stop a vehicle within 20 feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk, even if the curb is not painted red and there is no parking restriction sign. who live or go to school in Diamond Bar, regardless if they attend a public or private school, or if they are homeschooled. Winners will be recognized and have their entries displayed at the City’s Earth Day Celebration taking place 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, April 19 in the AQMD parking lot located at 21865 Copley Drive. The deadline for entries in both contests is Friday, March 28. For complete contest rules and entry forms, visit https://www.diamondbarca.gov/greendb or contact the City’s Environmental Services Division at 909-839-7015 or greendb@diamondbarca.gov. Two Environmental Contests Now Open for Entries Water District Water District Hosting Hosting Fire-Resistant Fire-Resistant Landscaping Landscaping WorkshopWorkshop Los Angeles County Fire Department has started mailing out notices to all parcel/property owners throughout the county identified as being in a fire hazard severity zone. These zones, or geographic areas, are identified by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CalFire) and given a moderate, high, or very high fire hazard classification based on factors such as vegetation, terrain, weather patterns, and fire history. In Diamond Bar, there are more than 3,500 parcels/properties located within a fire hazard severity zone, and therefore subject to state-mandated defensible space requirements. Defensible space is the buffer that extends outward from a home or structure for a distance of up to 100 feet or the property line. Within this space, vegetation and other combustible materials should be cleared, thinned, or replaced with plants and things that are less likely to catch fire, have a lower fire intensity, and resist the spread of fire. These measures increase a home’s chance of surviving a wildfire and provide safer conditions for firefighting efforts. The Annual Defensible Space notice mailed out by the Fire Department outlines the necessary steps to create the required defensible space, and gives individuals until the end of April to complete the work and avoid receiving a non-compliance letter in May. To learn more about Fire Hazard Severity Zones and look up your property’s fire hazard designation, visit the Office of the State Fire Marshal’s website at https://osfm.fire.ca.gov/. Information about the Fire Department’s defensible space notice and requirements is available online at https://fire.lacounty.gov or by calling its Defensible Space Unit at 626-969-2375. Fire Department IssuesFire Department Issues Annual Defensible Annual Defensible Space Notices Space Notices City Celebration - Windmill Hunt April 1-30, at your own pace, various locations around town April marks 36 years of cityhood for Diamond Bar. To commemorate, the City is celebrating with a fun month- long scavenger hunt that the whole family can participate in! The hunt for “windmill signs” will take place at various city parks, trails, and facilities. A map of locations for the hunt and instructions on participating is available on the City website. The hunt is open to Diamond Bar residents only, and while there is no cost, registration is required to receive a Diamond Bar swag bag filled with commemorative Birthday Party giveaways. Registration Information: Open only to Diamond Bar residents, all ages Registration opens February 24 AC 1803 For more information, call 909-839-7070 or visit www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents. Register and receive a Diamond Bar swag bag filled with commemorative Birthday Party giveaways! New ClassesNew Classes Spring Mini Day CampSpring Mini Day Camp April 14-18 Open to ages 6-12 AC 1722 This fun-filled camp is sure to keep the kids engaged during school break. Camp will feature a week of jam-packed activities such as arts and crafts, games, STEM activities, sports, and so much more. Space is limited, be sure to sign up early. Registration Fee: Diamond Bar residents - $205, non-residents – $210 Registration is ongoing until camp is full. Request for refunds must be made in writing to the Parks and Recreation Department by Friday, April 4. Information packets are available at www.diamondbarca.gov/daycamp. Youth Indoor Pickleball Looking for a way for your child or teen to stay active while learning to play the fastest-growing sport in the nation? A four-week Youth Indoor Pickleball program will be offered in April and again in May. The program will help players aged 10-15 learn and get better at pickleball in a fun, supportive environment. Games will be played between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturdays at Mt. Calvary Lutheran School gymnasium. A skills clinic will take place Saturday March 29 to go over pickleball rules and assess participants’ skill levels. Registration Fee: Diamond Bar residents - $75, non-resident - $80 Session 1 (Saturdays, April 5-26) 10-12 year olds AC 1524-1 13-15 year olds AC 1525-1 Session 2 (Saturdays May 3-24) 10-12 year olds AC 1524-2 13-15 year olds AC 1525-2 Ways to Register: Online: www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister In Person: Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave. Space is limited, so register early! For more information or help with registration, call 909-839-7070.