Solar Eclipse Safety Tips

The solar eclipse on Monday, August 21, will take place between approximately 9:00 am – 11:40 am, with the peak viewing time estimated to be at 10:15 a.m. The viewing of the eclipse will bring high numbers of people outdoors. While the Bay Area ...

Community Ambassador Program for Seniors Offers New Training this Fall

Are you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? If so, participate in the 2017 Community Ambassador for Seniors (CAPS) Training and become a City-Certified Ambassador (or attend the training and decide later). You will become trained to assist old...

Coming Up: Startup Grind Fremont

Startup Grind Fremont is back for another fireside chat. This time, join us as we discuss how to prepare your startup for early-stage funding. Hear from Ankur Jain, entrepreneur, inventor, co-founder, and investor. We’ll be convening at EFI (Ele...

Movies under the Stars

Join the City of Fremont Recreation Services Division for two Friday night movies this summer. On August 18 at the Central Park Performance Pavilion, come on down and watch The LEGO Batman Movie on the big screen. For the September 22 movie, we’...

Fremont Youth Empowerment Academy - Graduation of Class of 2017

The Youth Empowerment Academy, wrapping up its fifth year, is offered through the City of Fremont’s Human Services Department, Youth and Family Services Division. It is designed to help “at risk” and Probation youth develop b...

Fremont Police Department to Host Badges and Boba

The Fremont Police Department is hosting a new event called Badges and Boba. This event follows on the heels of their well-attended Coffee with the Cop events held over the past couple of years.

Join Police Chief Richard Lucero and members of the Fremont P...

Fremont Offers Several Convenient Battery Recycling Drop-off Locations

The City of Fremont has established additional convenient drop-off options for the general public to recycle its batteries. Recent laws have made it illegal to dispose of batteries in the trash, including common household types such as alkaline, rechargea...

Fremont Encourages Residents to Safely Dispose of Hazardous Products

A typical household can contain an array of hazardous products used for maintaining our cars, cleaning and disinfecting our homes, painting the house, and helping our gardens grow.

The health and safety of our families, neighborhoods, and environment is th...

Fremont Has New Affordable Housing in the Pipeline

Finding affordable housing in Fremont is an ongoing challenge, but the good news is that there are new affordable units in the pipeline. Projects include:

¦ Innovia – A 290-unit affordable rental project near the new Warm Springs/South Fremont BA...

Adoption Event at the Tri-City Animal Shelter

The Tri-City Animal Shelter will be participating in a “clear the shelter” adoption event. Adoption fees will be waived for all rabbits, dogs, cats, and hamsters through August 19, 2017. Also, VIP Pet Care is offering free additional v...

FRC Community Advisory and Engagement Board (CAEB) Recruits New Members

The Fremont Family Resource Center (FRC) Community Advisory and Engagement Board (CAEB) is currently looking for new members for the 2017-2018 fiscal year.

CAEB serves to enhance community involvement in the FRC and strengthen the link between FRC programs...

City of Fremont Implements State Requirements for Longer Yellow Times at Traffic Signals

During the week of July 31, 2017, the City of Fremont Public Works Department is adjusting the yellow timing for traffic signals across the city to comply with State of California requirements that go into effect on August 1, 2017.  The City of F...

Niles Boulevard Bridge Construction Update

Work to replace the Niles Boulevard Bridge connecting the City of Fremont and Union City continues to progress. The new bridge is being built immediately south of the existing bridge, which will remain open throughout construction. The project is anticipa...

Habitat for Humanity Looking for Volunteers for Fremont’s Central Commons Project

Earlier this month, the City of Fremont partnered with Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley to hold a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Central Commons project at 4369 Central Avenue. The 30-home development gives low-income families the opportu...

Fun-Filled Festivities Coming to Downtown Fremont this Summer and Fall

Summer is in full swing! Check out all the events in Downtown Fremont scheduled through fall! Grab some gourmet treats at Fremont Street Eats, held every Friday through October 27 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. on Capitol Avenue between Liberty and State streets, an...

Fremont’s Festival of the Arts is back for its 34th year!

California’s premiere art, wine, and music festival will be taking place in Downtown Fremont on the weekend of August 5-6 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This festival is hosted by the Fremont Chamber of Commerce.

The City of Fremont also invites you to s...

Call to Artists and Sponsorship Opportunities: City of Fremont boxART! Utility Box Project - Phase

The City of Fremont boxART! program requests submissions to transform our traffic signal control boxes with compelling and creative imagery. We are looking for innovative artists to enhance the utility boxes in a dramatic and new way.

The deadline for the ...

Fremont Family Resource Center’s Peer Lending Program Helps Residents Correct Credit Scores

Establishing and improving a credit score can be no easy feat. But, we all know a high credit score is crucial if someone is looking to rent or buy housing, find a job, open a credit card, or obtain a better loan.

The Fremont Family Resource Center&rsq...

Fremont Joins Global Network to Meet Needs of its Elderly Residents

The City of Fremont has joined the World Health Organization (WHO) Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities. This network is a group of cities and communities worldwide making an effort to meet the needs of their older residents.

To gain a be...

City of Fremont Maintenance Center Makes Way for Solar Carports

The City of Fremont’s solar energy efforts took another big leap forward in May with the installation of new solar carports at the Maintenance Center at 42551 Osgood Rd.

The structures − similar to those constructed in parking lots at t...

Movie under the Stars

Join the City of Fremont Recreation Services Division for Friday Night Movies in the Park this summer on July 28 and August 18. The movies, Moana on July 28 and The LEGO Batman Movie on August 18, will be shown just after sunset at the Central Park Perfor...

Fremont Looking for New CivicSpark Climate Fellow

The City of Fremont is partnering with the Local Government Commission (LGC) to offer CivicSpark, a Governor’s Initiative AmeriCorps program that places recent college graduates with local governments for 11 months to assist them with their clim...

Public Review Period for the ACEforward Draft EIR Underway

The Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) train service is planned to be expanded and improved through a project called “ACEforward”. A Draft Environmental Impact Report for the project is available for public review and comment through Thur...

Fremont Now Accepting Applications for its Mobility Task Force

On Tuesday, July 11, Mayor Lily Mei announced the start of the application process for Fremont’s new Mobility Task Force, which was approved by Mayor Mei and the Fremont City Council on May 16 and will serve as an advisory committee for the City of Fremon...

City of Fremont Transitions to District-based Election System

The City of Fremont will have six new Council districts for future City Council elections starting in November 2018 and the Mayor will continue to be elected at-large by all city voters. Under Fremont’s new district-based election system, voters...

City of Fremont Releases Rent Control and Just-Cause Eviction: Review of Programs Report

In 2016, the Fremont City Council considered preliminary research and information prepared by City staff regarding rent control and just‐cause eviction programs in California and requested additional information about such programs to help inform their po...

Fireworks are banned in Fremont

Fremont’s public safety departments would like to remind Fremont residents, businesses and visitors that the sale, possession, and use of all fireworks are banned within the City of Fremont. This ban includes the “safe and sane&rdq...

Fremont’s Human Services Department Hosts First Summer Toy Drive

The City of Fremont Human Services Department’s Youth and Family Services Division recently hosted its first Summer Toy Drive and it was a success for all those involved.

The Summer Toy Drive was initiated when Youth and Family Services Division ...

Cooling Centers in the Tri-Cities

Cooling Centers in the Tri Cities

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the City of Fremont and across the Bay Area. Please stay cool and take the following precautions:

• Drink plenty of water.
• Wear a hat and light-colored clothing when ...

Summer Camps

Are you looking for fun and exciting activities for your child during the summer break?

We’ve got everything kids need to stay active, healthy, engaged, and having fun all summer long! From science, nature, and academic enrichment, to sports, dra...

Free Green House Calls for Fremont Residents

This summer, the City of Fremont wants to help you save money and the environment by offering FREE Green House Calls! 

Sign up today, and local youth trained by California Youth Energy Services (CYES) will conduct an energy assessment of your home...

Aqua Adventure Family Friday Nights

Are you ready for some quality family time? Don’t let fun-filled opportunities with your kids pass you by! Come enjoy Aqua Adventure Family Friday Nights this summer from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the following dates:

Friday, June 16

Friday, July 21

Frid...

Fight Local Crime with National Night Out

National Night Out is happening on Tuesday, August 1. This annual nationwide event is designed to increase awareness around crime and drug prevention and increase participation in local anticrime programs. The event also sends a message to criminals that ...

City of Fremont Releases Open Letter to Fremont Community

City of Fremont Mayor Lily Mei today released the following letter reaffirming the City’s continued leadership in environmental sustainability and commitment to fight against climate change.

Attend Startup Grind Fremont and Learn How to Become an Influencer

Startup Grind Fremont is back for another fireside chat. This time, join us as we discuss how to market your startup. Hear from Murray Newlands, entrepreneur, investor, business advisor, and speaker. He’ll teach entrepreneurs how to use online m...

Get Set to Get Wet!

Have fun in the sun this summer at Aqua Adventure Waterpark! Plan your family fun activities with us. The waterpark is open daily from June 16 through August 26 and weekends through September.

Aqua Adventure has something for everyone! From the Lil&rsq...

Alameda County Transportation Making Strides to Travel Easier, Faster, and Safer

The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) is delivering on the promises of Measure BB to fund critical transportation projects in Alameda County that include public transit, pedestrian/bicycle pathways, and highway and local road improvem...

Fremont is Asking Residents for Feedback on their Preferred Draft Council District Map

The City of Fremont is launching a new topic on Fremont Open City Hall, the City’s online forum for citizen engagement. Fremont is asking for public input on which draft Council district map community members prefer for the upcoming election in ...

Apply to be a Summer Intern in Fremont’s Public Works Engineering Division

Are you or someone you know in college attending school to become an engineer? Do you have an interest in learning how cities are built and operated? The City of Fremont’s Public Works Department is hiring nine summer interns to assist in hands-...

City of Fremont and FUSD Establishing Safer Routes to School

The City of Fremont and Fremont Unified School District are working together to make walking and biking to school safer. As a first step, police, transportation, school officials, and PTA members are conducting traffic safety assessments during school pea...

Fremont Police Department Announces a New, Safe Exchange Zone

The Exchange Zone is a specific space in the Fremont Police Department’s public parking lot for community members to conduct private party transactions of goods from internet barter sites and safe custody exchanges. The Fremont Police Department...

Unveiling of Space Glow, Downtown Fremont’s Newest Temporary Public Art Installation

The community is invited to attend the unveiling of Space Glow, Downtown Fremont’s newest temporary public art installation on Friday, June 2, at 4:30 pm at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Fremont Boulevard.  The event will feature spe...

City of Fremont funds HIP Housing’s Home Sharing Program

Have a room for rent? Looking for a place to share? HIP Housing, a local nonprofit with over 40 years of experience can help people who live, work, or attend school in Fremont find an affordable room to rent in Fremont, Union City, or Newark.

All clients, ...

Fremont Budget Hearings Coming Up

The City of Fremont’s proposed operating budget for the next fiscal year, which runs from July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, was presented to the City Council at their regularly scheduled Council meeting on May 16 at 7 p.m. The first public hea...

Apply to be a City of Fremont Commissioner or Advisory Board Member

Looking for a way to make a difference in the community? Consider serving as a commissioner or an advisory board member! The City of Fremont currently has vacancies on its Senior Citizens Commission and George W. Patterson House Advisory Board.

Current boa...

City Council to Consider Draft District Maps as Fremont Transitions to District-based Elections

On March 21, 2017, the City of Fremont adopted a resolution of intention to transition from an at-large to a district-based councilmember election system with six districts and a Mayor at-large for a seven member Council. The City has already held four of...

Spend an Afternoon with Us!

Discover the true lake experience by boat with Central Park’s boat rentals. Rental boats are available on weekends and holidays through September from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Starting in mid-June through Labor Day, boats will be available daily. The p...

Council to Consider Draft District Maps as Fremont Transitions to District-based Election System

On March 21, 2017, the City of Fremont adopted a resolution of intention to transition from an at-large to a district-based councilmember election system with six districts and a Mayor at-large for a seven member Council.  The City has already he...

City of Fremont Offers Red-Light Camera Traffic Ticket Rebates at Two Intersections on Mowry Avenue

The City of Fremont has offered partial rebates to 672 motorists who received a traffic citation associated with the red-light camera program at two intersections on Mowry Avenue at Farwell Drive and Blacow Road from February 1, 2016 to April 7, 2016. &am...

Annual Kids ‘n’ Kites Festival, Aqua Adventure Pre-season Splash

The City of Fremont Community Services Department – Recreation Services is holding its annual Kids ‘n’ Kites Festival on Saturday, May 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Fremont Bank, Washington Township Medical Foundatio...

Battle of the Badges Charity Basketball Game to benefit Special Olympics of Northern California

The Fremont Police and Fremont Fire Departments will face off at the Battle of the Badges charity basketball game to benefit Special Olympics Northern California on Saturday, May 20, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Washington High School, located at 38442 Fremon...

Fremont Street Eats is Back

Fremont Street Eats is making its return to Downtown Fremont for the summer season!

Make sure to swing by this culinary caravan of food trucks every Friday evening beginning May 5 through October 27 from 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. at its new location on ...

Warm Springs BART Welcomes EV Drivers with Solar-Powered Charging Stations

The new Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station in Fremont has officially opened 22 ChargePoint Level 2 electric vehicle chargers that support 42 EV parking spaces as part of a new pilot program. The 42 new EV charging spaces at Warm Springs is BART&r...

Council to Consider Draft District Maps as Fremont Transitions to District-based Election System

On March 21, 2017, the City of Fremont adopted a resolution of intention to transition from an at-large to a district-based councilmember election system with six districts. The City has already held two of the five required public hearings where the Frem...

Do You Know What’s Considered Illegal Dumping of Trash?

Illegal dumping is the unwanted disposal of non-hazardous materials on public or private property. Materials can include garbage, mattresses, car parts, appliances, electronic items, construction and yard debris, and various other types of waste.

 ...

Fremont’s Sabercat Historical Park Needs Volunteers

Join City staff with habitat restoration at Sabercat Historical Park, then explore this historically significant wildlife area in the Fremont community. In 2012, five sections of Sabercat Creek were enhanced with the planting of native plants, which resto...

Sign up for a Free Personal Emergency Preparedness Class

The City of Fremont’s Fire Department is offering a free Personal Emergency Preparedness (PEP) class, which will teach you how to take care of yourself and your family before, during, and after a disaster.

In just a single three-hour class, you w...

SmartAsset Names Fremont 6th Best City for Women in Tech in 2017

It’s an undeniable fact that women are often underrepresented in the tech industry and that gender pay inequality persists across the country, despite women’s key contributions to the economy. According to a recent report from the Nati...

Fremont’s New EV Requirements help Reduce Community GHG Emissions

The City of Fremont has recently adopted green building standards that require residential and non-residential new construction projects and additions to include parking spaces that are “Electric Vehicle Ready.” Fremont’s spe...

Did You Know? Fremont Offers Online Tools for Local Business Prospects

The City of Fremont wants to make it easy for businesses to get their start in Fremont. That’s why the City offers two online tools, OpenCounter and ZoningCheck, designed to help individuals with everything from City of Fremont permit fees to id...

Fremont’s 2017 State of the City Address Held on March 31

On March 31, the Fremont Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual State of the City event at the Fremont Marriott Silicon Valley. Attendees enjoyed lunch as Chamber members presented volunteer recognitions, presented the Chairman's Award, and introd...

Fremont’s Central Commons Affordable Housing Project Gets Underway

Construction crews have started preparing the site of the new Central Commons affordable housing project in the Centerville District. This 30-home development is a partnership between the City of Fremont and Habitat for Humanity and gives low-income famil...

Attention Low-Income Homeowners: Fix Your Home with Fremont’s Affordable Repair Programs

Did you know that there are affordable and no-cost options to help you repair your home and maintain your property if you qualify?

The Housing Rehabilitation Program’s no-cost grants and loans cover home repairs such as emergency plumbing, electr...

WalletHub Names Fremont Happiest Place to Live in 2017

“Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” is a phrase that we know all too well. For years, researchers have been studying the science of happiness and found that a positive mental state, healthy physique, strong social connections...

Fremont City Council Approves Resolution to Transition to District-based Election System

At the Fremont City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, the Council approved a resolution to transition from an at-large to a district-based election system.

As mentioned in the City’s press release, the City Council made the decision to ...

New Stop Signs on Capitol Avenue

New stop signs were recently installed as part of the Capitol Avenue Phase 2 project in front of Fremont City Hall. The installation of the signs took place last month and the “STOP” pavement street markings (also called legends) were ...

Fremont City Council to Consider Transition to District-based Election System

The Fremont City Council will consider taking action  to transition to a district-based voting system to select its councilmembers, replacing its current at-large election system, on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at its regularly scheduled City Council...

City of Fremont Proclaims Itself a Compassionate Sanctuary City

On March 7, 2017, the City of Fremont adopted the recommendation of its Human Relations Commission and proclaimed itself a Compassionate Sanctuary City at the Fremont City Council meeting.

This action intends to protect those who live, study, and work in t...

Join the Cause - Fremont’s Habitat Restoration Days for Sabercat Creek

Love nature and serving the community? Join the City of Fremont’s Environmental Services for a day of habitat restoration work on Sabercat Creek the first Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Heavy rain 12 hours prior to or during will...

Sponsorship Opportunities for City Events, Programs

The City of Fremont Recreation Services Division offers a variety of opportunities for corporations and small businesses who seek a unique marketing platform with access to thousands of consumers spanning multiple demographics. Sponsoring a Parks and Recr...

The Road to Zero: Vision Zero 2016 Accomplishments

Fremont Vision Zero 2020 has wrapped up Year 1 of its four-year initiative to eliminate traffic fatalities and reduce severe injuries caused by traffic collisions to zero by 2020. In 2016, the rate of fatalities caused by traffic collisions was reduced by...

Fremont Recognizes Top Teams in “Kilowatt Smackdown” Energy Savings Competition

Last month, the City of Fremont was proud to recognize 17 high school students for their efforts in “Kilowatt Smackdown,” an energy savings program sponsored in partnership with the nonprofit organization Green Impact Campaign (GIC) an...

Fremont Police Department Seeking Dedicated Dispatchers

The most rewarding careers can often be found in public safety work. If you’re a team player, thrive in high-stress environments, can quickly process information, and are passionate about helping people through the worst or scariest moments of t...

Immediate Part Time, Temporary Positions Available in Recreation

Are you interested in working with youth and tots? Do you have experience in one-on-one or group tutoring? Or experience in the performing arts?

The City of Fremont Recreation Division has immediate openings in the following areas:

• Warm Springs After School...

Mail Theft

Over the last few weeks, the Fremont Police Department has received several reports of mail theft in different neighborhoods throughout Fremont. Most commonly, the incidents are occurring during the night; however, FPD has also received reports of the mai...

City Building Permits Allow for Safe Construction and Peace of Mind

If you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen, installing a new water heater, or replacing your backyard fence, don’t forget that City building permits are required before you build, alter, repair, or demolish any structure. This in...

Fremont Continues to ‘Go Green’ with City Infrastructure Projects

Over the past year, the City of Fremont has been busy approving and implementing climate action initiatives to reduce the City’s carbon footprint, conserve valuable resources, and reduce operational costs. New and continuing sustainability proje...

Fremont Shopping Guide

With the official holiday gift buying season in full swing, the first-ever Fremont Shopping Guide is ready to help with all your shopping needs. Community members might already be familiar with the “Enjoy Fremont” Restaurant and Hotel ...

Free Telephone Reassurance Program for Elderly, Disabled and Home Bound Residents

In the City of Fremont we want our elderly, disabled, and homebound citizens to know that they are never alone.

The You Are Not Alone (Y.A.N.A.) program is a free telephone reassurance service provided by Fremont Police Volunteers for City of Fremont r...Read on...

Mission Peak Parking Permit Program

Changes are coming to parking around Mission Peak Regional Preserve. Beginning October 1, 2016, vehicles without a residential parking permit will be restricted from parking in the residential areas posted “No Parking without Permit” at the base of Missio...Read on...