Issued weekly by the City of Diamond Bar - November 12, 2021

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.

Environmental Services

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Used Oil Filter Exchange and Used Oil Kit Giveaway

On November 6, the City conducted its first used oil filter exchange at Autozone, located at 303 S. Diamond Bar Blvd. Participants were allowed to bring up to two used oil filters to receive new filters, dispose of used oil and receive used oil recycling kits.

Funded by CalRecycle, the event collected over 40 used oil filters. Filters are considered hazardous waste and are banned from landfills, however they are completely recyclable. Participation in the filter exchange program helps keep hazardous waste out of landfills and recycle used filters to re-use the steel materials.

Parks and Recreation Department

Veterans Recognition Ceremony

On November 10, the Diamond Bar City Council recognized local heroes with approximately 100 guests in attendance. Five Diamond Bar veterans were presented with plaques and certificates as part of the ceremony. The event included patriotic-themed music provided by South Pointe Middle School Orchestra and the Darden Sisters performed the National Anthem, and the armed forces fight songs, Bugle Boy, and God Bless America. A video presentation highlighting veterans and their experiences was also shown at the ceremony. The event is available for viewing on the City's cable and Youtube channel.

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Recreation Class Highlight - Kupcakes for Kids

This class teaches the basics of baking and filling delicious and fun cupcakes, including the popular monster cupcakes. Participants will learn how to fill an icing bag, stripe a bag, make multi-color rosettes, and create a variety of designs using only one icing tip. Register online for next class set for December 1.

Senior Drive-Thru Resource Bags: Patriotic Salute To Veterans

Over 55 seniors visited the Diamond Bar Center on November 5 to pick-up their resource bags themed to salute Veterans. Bags included patriotic a face mask, gloves, hand sanitizer, patriotic game book, flag, DB and flag pins, jar opener, pen, notepad, water, and snack. Participants also received a second bag filled with personal care items donated by Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church of Christ), and the Felix Y. Manalo (FYM) Foundation. An additional 17 bags were hand delivered by City staff to homebound seniors.

Public Works Department

Completion of the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) Study Report

Earlier this year, the Public Works Department completed the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) Study Report as a requirement of the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Cycle 11 grant application. Staff presented the LRSP data at the July 2021 and the potential countermeasure/improvement lists at the November 4 Traffic & Transportation Commission meeting. The map above highlights the project limits of a potential Class II Bike Lane and other street improvements project along Golden Springs Drive that could be implemented with grant funding.

MCI Metro Improvement Project

Work continues by MCI Metro Access Transmission Services (Verizon) to place new fiber optic cable along Grand Avenue, between Diamond Bar Boulevard and Summitridge Drive. Construction activity is anticipated to be completed by the week of November 29.

City Hall Electric Charging Station

The electric vehicle charging station project is nearing completion. Five new chargers have been installed in front of City Hall on the westside of the entrance to the parking lot. Signage and pavement markings remain to be installed. Construction clean-up should take place by November 12 and the chargers will become available for use in the coming weeks.

Community Development Department

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November 9, 2021 Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the following applications:

Time extension for a Development Review application approved in December 2019 for a new 31,500 square-foot custom home at 2244 Indian Creek Road.
Time extension for a Development Review application approved in January 2020 for a new 8,900 square-foot custom home at 2432 Indian Creek Road.
A Development Review application to add 2,140 square feet to an existing 2,600 square-foot single-family residence at 2631 Rocky Trail Road.

Review meeting agenda at www.diamondbarca.gov/agendas

New Business Licenses Issued November 3 through November 9

Lazy Dragon LLC dba Seasons Cafe
23415 Golden Springs Drive – Chinese restaurant

Stay Connected with City Hall

City Council Meetings

City Council - November 16

Upcoming Meetings

Planning Commission - November 23
City Council Joint Meeting with PA and PFA - December 2
City Council - December 7

All City meetings are open to the public and residents are encouraged to participate in-person at City Hall, by phone, or online. See meeting agendas for participation details at www.diamondbarca.gov/agendas. Sign up to receive notifications when new meeting agendas are posted by visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/signup.

Contact Information

City of Diamond Bar

21810 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
(909) 839-7000 | info@diamondbarca.gov
www.diamondbarca.gov

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