Remote Video Building Inspections

On March 31, 2020, the Alameda County Public Health Department extended the current Shelter in Place Order through May 3, 2020 to continue to limit the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). In order to keep City employees and the community sa...

Fremont to Open COVID-19 Testing Center

On Friday, April 3, the City of Fremont will open a Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) testing site to provide an opportunity for people who are sick, first responders, and front line healthcare personnel with recent suspected exposures to the virus to b...

April 2, 2020 City of Fremont Update in Response to COVID-19

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an evolving, unprecedented public health crisis that has necessitated several emergency measures to keep the Fremont community safe and help slow the spread of the disease.

Today’s update highlights a ne...

Update: City of Fremont Facilities will now be Closed to the Public through May 3, 2020

The City of Fremont has adjusted its City facilities closure period to extend until May 3, 2020 (from the previously announced deadline of April 7, 2020). This change is to align with the March 31, 2020, Shelter In Place Order, issued by the Alameda Count...

City of Fremont Approves Temporary Eviction Moratorium

On March 27, 2020, the Fremont City Council ratified Executive Orders establishing emergency Eviction Moratoriums on Residential and Small Business Evictions at a Special City Council Meeting. The Eviction Moratoriums temporarily prohibit evictions on all...

March 31, 2020 City of Fremont Update in Response to COVID-19

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an evolving, unprecedented public health crisis that has necessitated several emergency measures to keep the Fremont community safe and help slow the spread of the disease. In accordance with the Alameda County H...

Fremont City Council Passes Urgent Measures to Aid Residents and Businesses Amid COVID-19

The Fremont City Council held a Special Meeting today (March 27, 2020) at 1:00 pm in the City Council Chambers, to review and approve emergency ordinances and regulations designed to protect the well-being of Fremont residents and ease the economic impact...

March 27, 2020 City of Fremont Update in Response to COVID-19

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an evolving, unprecedented public health crisis that has necessitated several emergency measures to keep the Fremont community safe and help slow the spread of the disease. In accordance with the Alameda County H...

Fremont City Council to Hold Special Meeting on March 27, 2020 at 1:00 p.m.

The Fremont City Council will hold a Special Meeting on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, located 3300 Capitol Avenue in Building A. The public is encouraged to watch or participate virtually, as we all work together to slo...

Mayor Mei Provides Fremont City Services Update on COVID-19

Mayor Lily Mei addresses the community and provides an update on COVID-19 in Fremont. Watch the video.

For more information about the City of Fremont’s response to COVID-19 visit our Coronavirus webpage.

March 25, 2020 City of Fremont Update in Response to COVID-19

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an evolving, unprecedented public health crisis that has necessitated several emergency measures to keep the Fremont community safe and help slow the spread of the disease. In accordance with the Alameda County H...

New Updates to the Spring Issue of City News Prompted by COVID-19

Due to the ongoing updates surrounding the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), including the recent Shelter in Place Order issued by the Alameda County Health Officer on March 16, 2020 and the emergency proclamation by the City of Fremont, there have bee...

City of Fremont to Resume Building Inspections for Affordable Housing

The City of Fremont has prioritized affordable housing as being critical to our community’s housing needs. On March 16, 2020, City inspection services were suspended to align with the Shelter in Place Order issued by the Alameda County Health Of...

City of Fremont Facilities and Operations Updates in Response to COVID-19

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an evolving, unprecedented public health crisis that has necessitated several emergency measures to keep the Fremont community safe and help slow the spread of the disease. In accordance with the Alameda County H...

A Message to Local Fremont Grocery Stores and Critical Retailers

As we continue this journey into unchartered territory, it has been remarkable to see our community coming together to help one another, while practicing social distancing. As a compassionate city, the City of Fremont prides itself in offering help to tho...

Message to Fremont Community about COVID-19 from City Manager Mark Danaj

Dear Fremont community members,As the City of Fremont’s Chief Executive Officer overseeing the City’s Emergency Operations Center, I want you to know that your City Government is working diligently to help ensure the health and safety ...

Update: Most City of Fremont Facilities will now be Closed to the Public through April 7, 2020

The City of Fremont has adjusted its City facilities closure period to extend from March 16, 2020 through April 7, 2020 (from the previously announced March 16, 2020 through March 31, 2020 closure). This change is to align with the March 16, 2020, Shelter...

Most City of Fremont Facilities will be Closed to the Public Monday, March 16, 2020 – March 31, 2020

Effective Monday, March 16 through Tuesday, March 31, 2020, most City facilities will be closed to the public.  

The health and safety of the Fremont community is our number one priority as we continue to monitor the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVI...

City of Fremont Declares Local Emergency in Response to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic

City Manager Mark Danaj has proclaimed a local emergency for the City of Fremont today in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this emergency declaration is to give the City legal authority and flexibility to mobilize resources in response to...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

In light of the updated guidance put out by the Alameda County Public Health Department regarding the rapidly evolving Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the City of Fremont is taking additional measures to help contain and mitigate its spread. The risk...

Earthquake Brace + Bolt Program for Fremont Residents

Fremont homeowners are now eligible for up to $3,000 to make their houses less vulnerable to earthquake damage through Earthquake Brace + Bolt, a program jointly administered by the California Earthquake Authority (CEA) and the California Governor&rsq...

City of Fremont Issues Call for Artist for the Temporary Housing Navigation Center

The City of Fremont is currently accepting proposals from artists to install a temporary mural at the temporary Housing Navigation Center (HNC). Fremont’s HNC is a response to the community’s growing homeless crisis and will provide a ...

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As concerns about the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) increase, the City of Fremont is continuing to monitor the outbreak’s progress in close coordination with local agencies, and regional public health and emergency medical services personnel...

Fremont Receives an A Score for Leading Climate Action

For the second year in a row, Fremont has been recognized as a global leader on environmental action and transparency, achieving a place on CDP’s Cities A List for 2019. The list is available on the CDP website.

CDP is a non-profit environmental ...

City of Fremont Rent Review Ordinance

The City of Fremont Rent Review Ordinance provides a review process for rent increases. The Ordinance covers all residential rental units in Fremont, including single family homes and condominiums with a few exceptions. While the rent review process is no...

Construction on Fremont’s Temporary Housing Navigation Center Begins

Construction for Fremont’s temporary Housing Navigation Center (HNC) has begun and will continue through July 2020. The HNC will repurpose approximately 56 parking spots in the rear parking lot of City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave., to develop the tem...

2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As concerns about the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) increase, the Fremont Fire Department wants you to know they are continuing to monitor the outbreak’s progress in close coordination with the Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD)...

City of Fremont and Pony.ai Launch Autonomous Vehicle Commuter Pilot Program

The City of Fremont and autonomous technology company Pony.ai today launched a pilot program offering rides for a group of City employees via Pony.ai’s shared, on-demand, autonomous last-mile service. The participating employees will ride in Pon...

Multi-Family Organics Collection Service

State and County laws require all residents to subscribe to an organics collection service. Townhome and condominium residents must now have a third green organics cart to comply with these regulations, even if they do not generate any landscaping or yard...

Fremont Issues Call for Artists for New Public Art Installation

Calling all artists! The City of Fremont is seeking artist proposals for the commission of an innovative and permanent public art installation for a new outdoor plaza, Urban Plaza, in Fremont’s Warm Springs Innovation District. The artist will d...

City of Fremont Urban Forest Tree Inventory and Tree Canopy Assessment Underway

In December 2019, the Fremont City Council awarded PlanIT GEO with a contract to complete a citywide inventory of all street and public trees and a tree canopy assessment, as well as a corresponding tree inventory software system. 

Last month, the...

Financial Help for Street Tree Pruning, Removal, Replacement, and Sidewalk Repairs

The City of Fremont offers a 50-50 Street Tree Program that provides financial help to property owners to care for their street trees. Street tree pruning and removal and replacement are eligible services.

If the street tree has caused sidewalk damage, pro...

City of Fremont Seeks GIS Startup Partner for STiR 2020 Program

The City of Fremont will again be participating in Startup in Residence (STIR), a 16-week program that connects government agencies with startups to co-create new technology solutions that address civic challenges in a sustainable way.

This year, the Fremo...

City of Fremont Receives National Award for Leadership in Youth Road Safety

The National Center for Safe Routes to School has named the City of Fremont as the 2020 recipient of the Vision Zero for Youth USA Leadership Award, based on the City’s impressive work to protect child and youth pedestrians and significantly red...

AC Transit Planning Effort Underway called 'Redesign: Fremont/Newark Bus Network Plan'

AC Transit is redesigning the Fremont/Newark bus network plan, which will include a study intended to evaluate the service AC Transit provides in Fremont and Newark. AC Transit is proposing two scenarios in Fremont and Newark. 

Attend an upcoming ...

Earth Day Art Contest

This year, Earth Day 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the biggest environmental movement in the world. To celebrate, East Bay Community Energy (EBCE), Fremont’s electricity provider, is inviting artists to submit Earth Day inspired artwork des...

VITA Program Offers Free Tax Preparation to the Community

Tax season is here! The Fremont Family Resource Center’s (FRC) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free, quality tax return preparation assistance and electronic filing for eligible individuals and families with an annual hou...

Census 2020 in Fremont

The City of Fremont, in partnership with Alameda County, is working to ensure that we fully count the community in the upcoming United States Census. Every ten years, the Census Bureau counts everyone living in the country to collect basic inform...

Clean Cars for All Grant Program

Are you interested in trading in your old car for a new electric vehicle? The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) is inviting income qualified Bay Area residents to apply for the Clean Cars for All grant program, which provides incentives to...

Upcoming Fremont Recreation Services Programs and Opportunities in 2020

Fremont residents and families interested in details on this season’s programs, camps, and more can view the Winter 2020 Recreation Guide. Register today to reserve a spot in courses such as Abracadabra Kids, Hands Together Ceramics, Creative Ch...

Call for Student Artists for Fremont’s boxART! Program

Calling all student artists! Help Fremont paint the town by submitting an art design for the City’s boxART! program. The City is kicking off a student-only phase of the program and looking for student artists to paint several of Fremont&rsqu...

Age-Friendly Community Engagement Resource Fairs

The City of Fremont Human Services Department is hosting free Community Engagement and Resource Fairs to educate participants about available resources for adults 55+ and their families, including Ride-On Tri-City! transportation services, health and well...

Fremont City Council Approves Salary Increases for City Manager

After a thorough performance evaluation of Fremont City Manager Mark Danaj on December 10, 2019, including the use of a professional facilitator to gather feedback from each Councilmember, the Fremont City Council unanimously approved the following increa...

Future Small Cell Technology Deployment in Fremont

As wireless service providers expand 4G and 5G networks across the country by deploying small cell technology (a small antenna, radio, and other accessory equipment), the City of Fremont is working on a Master License Agreement (MLA) agreement with wirele...

Tips to Prevent Recycling Contamination

Recycling contamination could damage recycling equipment, pose a safety hazard to recycling workers, reduce the value of recyclables, or disqualify recyclables from being recycled altogether. Here are some recycling best practices to keep in mind:

1. Keep ...

CleanStart Mobile Hygiene Unit Serves Over 200 Individuals in 2019

Last year the City of Fremont, City of Newark, and several community partners developed the CleanStart Mobile Hygiene Program to provide much-needed shower and laundry services to homeless community members. The CleanStart program launched on September 16...

City of Fremont Launches New Universal Planning Application

The City of Fremont Planning Division has announced a new Universal Planning Application. The new application combines all of the necessary forms and submittal requirements for planning permits into one simple, concise, and user-friendly document.

New feat...

Fremont Police Department Website Gets a Complete Makeover

A new Fremont Police Department website launched this week. After undergoing a complete rebuild, the new mobile friendly website features a modern design, enhanced search capabilities, and user-friendly menu navigation!

In spring 2019, the Fremont Police D...

East Bay EDA Announced Finalists for 8th Annual East Bay Innovation Awards

On December 12, 2019, the East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA) announced the Finalists for their 8th Annual East Bay Innovation Awards. Among the finalists are two Fremont-based organizations: battery technology company Enovix in the cate...

Fremont’s Tobacco Retail License Program Now in Effect

In October, the Fremont City Council voted unanimously to establish a Tobacco Retail License program for Fremont, joining over 150 California municipalities with similar programs. This program was implemented to ensure that retailers comply with tobacco c...

Fremont Hosts Census 2020 Kickoff Summit

The City of Fremont and Mayor Lily Mei hosted the Census 2020 Kickoff Summit on December 10, 2019 at Fremont City Hall. As Census 2020 approaches, this meeting served as a springboard to present an overview of the importance of Census 2020 for the Fremont...

New Pet Licensing Hours at Tri-City Animal Shelter Starting January 2020

The Tri-City Animal Shelter, located at 1950 Stevenson Boulevard, will soon begin implementing more consistent hours for Fremont residents to license their pets in person. Effective January 7, 2020, the new licensing hours will align with the shelter&...

The City of Fremont Featured in ABC7’s Building a Better Bay Area Series

This week, ABC7 will highlight Fremont in its Building a Better Bay Area series to share stories that make up our diverse region, showcase actions the City is taking to address challenges facing the community, and uncover hidden gems of Fremont f...

Could Home Sharing Be Right for You?

Home Match of the Tri-Cities is a home sharing program that helps connect homeowners with people seeking an affordable place to live. Through this free service, homeowners can benefit from additional income, companionship, or help with chores such as groc...

Fremont’s Tobacco Retail License Program goes into effect November 8

On October 8, 2019, the Fremont City Council voted unanimously to establish a Tobacco Retail License program, with an effective date of November 8, 2019. The City of Fremont joins over 150 California municipalities with similar programs.

The Council&rs...

Fremont and Kaiser Permanente Partner for Vision Zero Street Banners

On October 30, the City of Fremont and Kaiser Permanente unveiled the designs for Vision Zero traffic safety street banners that will be displayed in Fremont through the end of 2020.

Approximately 150 banners will be installed along Fremont Boulevard, a ke...

Fremont Homeless Count and Survey Comprehensive Report Now Available

The City of Fremont’s comprehensive report and summary detailing the Alameda County EveryOne Counts! 2019 Homeless Point-in-Time Count and Survey has recently been completed. The report details the count’s methodology and findings, as ...

State Approves Relinquishment of Route 84 to Fremont

The City of Fremont has been working with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) regarding the transfer of ownership (relinquishment) of State Route 84 (SR84) between Interstate 880 and Mission Boulevard. The route includes portion of Thor...

City of Fremont Launches Interactive Map for PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff

The City of Fremont launched a new interactive map to determine impacted areas by the PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) for October 9, 2019. This map allows community members to search addresses within Fremont to determine if it is within a plan...

City to Activate Emergency Operation Center to Monitor the Potential Public Safety Power Shutoff

On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, the City of Fremont’s Emergency Operation Center will be activated to monitor the potential PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). The City of Fremont has approximately 5,000 residences and business that could be affec...

Fremont Secures $100,843 from the Department of Justice to Combat Illegal Tobacco Use Among Minors

The City of Fremont received $100,843 in state funding to tackle the illegal sale of cigarettes and tobacco products to minors as part of the California Department of Justice’s Tobacco Grant Program. The grants were awarded to 76 local entities ...

California Police Department Offers Signing and Referral Bonuses to Boost Recruiting Efforts

The City of Fremont and the Fremont Police Association have jointly established a new recruiting incentive program that features a $10,000 total signing bonus for newly hired Entry-level, Academy Graduate, and Lateral Police Officers. The bonus is structu...

9/10 Special City Council Meeting Approved City Hall Rear Parking Lot as Fremont’s Temporary Housing

The Fremont City Council held a Special City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, to consider the development of Fremont’s temporary Housing Navigation Center at either a site in the Decoto neighborhood or in the rear parking lot of Fremont’s C...

Afterschool Educational Enrichment in Warm Springs

The City of Fremont Community Services Department offers a homework assistance program at the Warm Springs Community Center, located at 47300 Fernald St. Offered Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., the Warm Springs After School Care and Homework prog...

Fremont Boulevard Safe and Smart Corridor Project

The City of Fremont plans to begin the Fremont Boulevard Safe and Smart Corridor Project in early 2020 to manage congestion and improve safety for all modes of travelers. The project will cover the 10-mile stretch of Fremont Boulevard between Paseo Padre ...

Fremont Mayor Lily Mei Appointed to United States Conference of Mayors Advisory Board

Fremont Mayor Lily Mei was appointed to serve on the United States Conference of Mayors (USCM) Advisory Board as a board member at its 87th Annual Meeting. The session took place from June 28 through July 1 in Honolulu, Hawaii. 

The USCM Advisory ...

Third Date Added for Temporary Housing Navigation Center Community Workshops

The City of Fremont will host a third community workshop about the temporary Housing Navigation Center on Monday, August 26, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Fremont Teen Center, 39770 Paseo Padre Parkway. The workshop will provide the public an additional op...

City of Fremont Releases Correction to Open Letter to Fremont Community

City of Fremont Mayor Lily Mei today released a correction regarding the open letter to the Fremont community addressing homelessness dated July 29, 2019: 

August 9, 2019

It recently came to my attention that we communicated an inaccurate statistic...

New Location Announced for Navigation Center Workshops

Due to the large attendance expected at the community workshops for Fremont’s temporary Housing Navigation Center, the City has relocated both workshops to Harbor Light Church, 4760 Thornton Ave., one of Fremont’s largest venues. The w...

Fremont’s Multi-Pronged Approach to Homelessness; City Explores Housing Navigation Center

Homelessness is a growing societal issue for Fremont and a regional concern for the Bay Area and beyond. Since a City Council Study Session held on April 17, 2018, where staff presented extensive background defining the scope and urgency of the homeless i...

Fremont Minimum Wage Ordinance to Become Effective July 2019

On February 5, the City Council approved a minimum wage ordinance that increases Fremont’s local minimum wage to $15/hour two years earlier than mandated under State law.

Large employers with 26 or more employees will be subject to a $13.50/hour ...

Fremont to Hold Special Meeting-Work Session on June 18 at 5:30 pm to Discuss Homelessness Efforts

The City of Fremont is holding a Special Meeting-Work Session on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 5:30 p.m. for City staff to go before the City Council and provide an overall update on the City’s homeless efforts and present and establish criteria to...

June 18 Council Work Session Discussed Update on Strategies and Priorities to Address Homelessness

On Tuesday, June 18, 2019, the Fremont City Council held a Work Session to discuss an update on strategies and priorities to address homelessness. City staff presented an overview of ongoing efforts to reduce homelessness since 2017, provide an update on ...

Two Community Workshops about Proposed Housing Navigation Center

The City of Fremont will host two community workshops regarding the proposed Housing Navigation Center. Workshops are open to the public and will be held on the following dates:

Wednesday, August 14from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pmCity Hall, 3300 Capitol Av...

7/9 Council Work Session Identified 2 Potential Locations for Temporary Homeless Navigation Center

The Fremont City Council held a Work Session on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, to review 11 potential City-owned and privately-owned sites analyzed by City staff for locating a temporary homeless navigation center in Fremont. The sites were based on previously re...

City Council Work Session on July 9 to Discuss Potential Sites to Locate a Housing Navigation Center

The City of Fremont is holding a Special Meeting – City Council Work Session on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. for City staff to review the evaluation results of potential sites to locate a housing navigation center in Fremont. A housing nav...

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...

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 take this ...

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...

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 ...