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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 2025 Diamond Bar Connection NewsletterNOVEMBER 2025 22 33 44 WHAT’S INSIDE SR57/60 Project Update Wedding and Event Expo Snapshots Round Town & November Calendar The deadline to nominate a fellow community member for an Outstanding Volunteer Award is Monday, Nov. 10. Aimed at honoring individuals whose volunteer efforts improve the lives of others or the community, the awards program consists of four categories – youth, adult, community organization, and business. Selected honorees will be recognized at this year’s Winter Snow Fest event taking place Dec. 6 at Pantera Park. Nominations must be submitted online by completing a simple form available at www.diamondbarca.gov/volunteers. For more information or help with the nomination form, contact the City’s Community Relations Division at 909-839-7056 or info@diamondbarca.gov. Residents looking to declutter their home of unwanted electronics, clothing and textiles, and sensitive documents can bring them to the City’s America Recycles Day event. Offered largely as a drive-thru event, America Recycles Day takes place 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15 in the AQMD parking lot, located at 21865 Copley Drive. Different stations will be set up to collect household electronics, clothing and textiles such as household linens and bedding items, and documents for shredding. There will also be a City booth where staff will be providing recycling-related information and giveaways. This event is open to only Diamond Bar residents, and proof of residency such as a driver’s license or utility bill is required. Additionally, any of the stations may close early if capacity is reached. For complete event details, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents or contact the City’s Environmental Services team at 909-839-7015 or greendb@diamondbarca.gov. America Recycles Day EventAmerica Recycles Day EventNomination Deadline Nearing for Volunteer Awards SENIOR HEALTH DAY Resources to live a healthier, more connected life after 50 will be front and center when the City hosts its annual Senior Health Fair on Wednesday, Nov. 12. The free event, which takes place 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Diamond Bar Center, will feature free health screenings and a variety of vendors with information about health, wellness and recreational programs specifically for adults aged 50 and older. Giveaways and free refreshments will also be available. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is encouraged, and those who register are guaranteed a free City-branded tote bag. For more information or to register, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents or call the Parks and Recreation Department at 909-839-7070. Diamond Bar ConnectionNovember 2025 2 The phased demolition and replacement of the Grand Avenue bridge as part of the SR 57/60 Confluence Chokepoint Relief Project is now underway. Construction began in late September and will take approximately two years to complete. Work on the bridge replacement is being done in two stages, starting with the northbound direction before shifting to the southbound side. Throughout construction, two traffic lanes in each direction will remain open across the bridge. Other work taking place as part of the SR 57/60 Confluence project is the deck construction for the new eastbound SR-60 bypass bridge, and utility relocation and roadway improvements on Golden Springs Drive and Diamond Bar Boulevard. The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) serves as contractor and project manager for the SR57/60 Confluence project. For more information and updates, visit www.sgvcog.org/5760project or call the SGVCOG project hotline at 866-995-5760. Presentation to Cover Building, Planning and Development How does development work in the city, and who or what decides what gets built where? What are some of the most common property maintenance code violations, and how are they resolved? Which projects require a City permit, and what are the steps to obtain one? Answers to these questions and other topics related to building, planning and development will be covered at the next City Government Explained presentation taking place 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 12 at City Hall, 21810 Copley Drive. Launched in 2022, City Government Explained is a series of monthly presentations aimed at sharing information with the community about the role and workings of local government. Participation is free and open to residents aged 13 and older. Refreshments, snacks, and door prizes are provided. Space is limited and advance registration is required by calling or texting 909-839-7056 or emailing publicinfo@diamondbarca.gov. For more information, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/community. City Government Explained SR57/60 PROJECT UPDATE: BridgeBridge Reconstruction Reconstruction Winter Snow FestWinter Snow Fest Sledding Wristband Sledding Wristband Presale Presale Sledding wristbands and activity cards for the City’s popular Winter Snow Fest event are currently available for purchase through a special presale open only to Diamond Bar residents until Friday, Nov. 21. The presale is taking place in person at the Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave., and online at www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister using Activity Code 3877 for sledding wristbands and Activity Code 3878 for activity cards. On Monday, Nov. 24, the sale will open to the general public. Wristbands are $10 each for unlimited sledding, and activity cards are $1 each for four games or activities. There is no limit on the number of wristbands an individual can purchase, but only a total of 800 sledding wristbands will be sold. Purchased wristbands and activity cards will be available for pickup at Winter Snow Fest, taking place 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Pantera Park. The event will feature three sledding hills, a snow play area, a handmade craft fair, dozens of winter-themed games and activities, and local entertainment. For more information, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/specialevents or call the City’s Parks and Recreation Department at 909-839-7070. State of the City Address Replay Residents who attended last month’s State of the City Address got a chance to hear directly from Diamond Bar’s mayor about the City’s financial standing, ongoing public safety efforts, and key capital improvement projects happening around town. If you missed the event, you can get caught up by watching a recording of the mayor’s presentation that is available on demand at the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/cityofdiamondbar. Diamond Bar ConnectionNovember 2025 3 Free sand and sandbags are again available at most LA County fire stations for the duration of the upcoming rainy weather season. In Diamond Bar, Fire Station #120 (1051 S. Grand Ave., 909-861-5995) only carries empty sandbags while Fire Station #121(346 Armitos Place, 909-396-0164) stocks both sand and sandbags. This is a self-serve service so individuals should bring a shovel and be prepared to fill their own bags. A maximum of 25 sandbags are allowed per household. Calling the fire station before going to confirm sandbag availability is strongly encouraged. For a complete list and map of all the L.A. County fire stations offering free sandbags, visit https://pw.lacounty.gov/dsg/sandbags/ April 12, 2026  11 a.m.-3 p.m.Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Ave. Reserve your spot now to showcase your services and products to hundreds of couples and individuals planning their dream celebration. Caterers and Bartenders Decor and Rental Companies DJ and Entertainment Providers Event Planners and Coordinators Photographers and Videographers Calling all Event Industry Vendors FREE SANDBAGSFREE SANDBAGS Pick Up After Your Pet Having dogs as pets comes with equal parts perks and responsibilities. One of these responsibilities is picking up after them when going for walks. In addition to being unsightly, pet waste is a health and environmental hazard. Contrary to what some people may think, pet waste does not just decompose – it releases harmful parasites, bacteria, and diseases into the environment, and can be transmitted to humans and other pets. By cleaning up after your dog(s), you help keep Diamond Bar’s parks, trails and sidewalks clean and welcoming for everyone. If you tend to forget bags, consider purchasing a dog waste bag dispenser that attaches to your pet’s leash. If someone in your neighborhood repeatedly fails to pick up after their pet, call IVHS at 909-623-9777 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. You will need to provide your contact information, the offender’s address, a description of the dog, and the specific dates, times, and locations when the offenses occurred. Spaces are limited! Reserve your space today. Call 909-839-7078 for more information. City of Diamond Bar 21810 Copley Drive ■ Diamond Bar, CA 91765-4178 909-839-7000 ■ 909-861-3117 Fax www.diamondbarca.gov ■ info@diamondbarca.gov Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit #3339 Chino, CA Postal Customer Connect with Us ******************ECRWSSEDDM***** 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 @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. 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.This newslettter is printed on 30% post-consumer recycled content paper Diamond Bar ConnectionNovember 2025 4 4, 18 City Council Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. AQMD Auditorium 11 Veterans Day Holiday – City Offices Closed 13 Traffic and Transportation Commission Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. 3-7, 17-21 Street Sweeping Find an interactive map schedule at www.diamondbarca.gov/streetsweeping 25 Planning Commission Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. City Hall Windmill Room 27, 28 Thanksgiving Holiday – City Offices Closed NOVEMBER CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS For meeting locations and times, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/calendar. CALENDAR SNAPSHOTS SNAPSHOTS ROUND TOWNROUND TOWN ROAR, WALK AND EXPLORE … Dino explorers and friends Oliver (left) and Ben (right) walked hand in hand through Sycamore Canyon Trail during the City’s Healthy Diamond Bar Toddler Adventures: Expedition Dino event. The themed walk led toddlers on a guided search for balloon-inflated dinosaurs hidden along the trail, using binoculars and stamp cards to mark each discovery. After completing the trail, participants continued the adventure by interacting with live reptiles. Healthy DB is a City initiative that encourages community connection and healthy habits through monthly activities held at parks, trails and City facilities. Join the next Healthy DB: Trail Hike at Mesa Loop from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 20, at Sycamore Canyon Park (22930 Golden Springs Drive). Register at www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister using activity code AC 5901.