Issued weekly by the City of Diamond Bar - December 17, 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.

City Launches SeeClickFix, a reporting tool

City Launches New Reporting Tool

There is a new online platform to report non-emergency issues or place requests for service to the City. SeeClickFix, as the web-based reporting platform is called, can be used to report a variety of community concerns including potholes, downed trees, graffiti, illegal dumping, and trail or park issues. The platform can be accessed using any internet-connected mobile device, and placing a service request is as simple as identifying the location, providing a brief description of the issue, and uploading a photo if available. Creating an account is not necessary to make a report. However, by setting one up, you will be able to receive updates on the status of you requests and City staff will be able to follow up, if needed. Learn more and start using SeeClickFix by visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/report.

Parks and Recreation Department

Join the Parks and Recreation Team

The Parks and Recreation Department continues to build its staffing pool as more programs return to in-person participation. Part-time positions remain open for Recreation Leader, Senior Recreation Leader and Facility Attendant. There are also two full-time Recreation Specialist positions open for facility reservations and youth and teen programs. Complete job descriptions and application forms are available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/diamondbarca. Paper applications are not accepted. Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on the job closing date.

Kinder Skills Now Enrolling

The Kinder Skills classes were paid a special visit this week by Santa Claus himself! Each child was allowed to write a letter to Santa telling him precisely what they wanted and take their picture. In addition, the students participated in a coloring book gift exchange at the end of the week! It was a fun and festive final week for the holiday session. Enrollment for the winter sessions is now open! For more information on the program and how to enroll, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/kinderskills.

DB4Youth Wraps Up 2021

The DB 4Youth group recently wrapped up the 2021 year with a holiday celebration that included games, prizes, and raffles. DB 4Youth membership is open to teens in grades 8-12 interested in connecting with their community and making friends while assisting the Parks and Recreation Department with programing for youth. For more information on DB 4Youth and how to join, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/DB4Youth.

Youth Basketball - Spots Still Open

Youth Basketball teams are currently being formed, and there are still a few spots available. Registration is open for the following divisions: 4–5 year-old and 12–13 year-old. In addition, waitlists are available for the 6-7, 8-9, and 10-11 year-old divisions. The Youth Basketball season runs January 22 – March 12, 2022. If you are interested in volunteering as a coach, complete the volunteer application form found on the City website at www.diamondbarca.gov/youthsports.

Public Works Department

Emergency Repairs for Illuminated Street Name Signs

Wednesday’s rain storm and accompanying heavy gusts of wind caused some of the illuminated street name signs to disconnect from the signal mast arms at three locations in town. Public Works and Sheriff’s personnel immediately responded to each location to secure the site and provide traffic control until the City’s traffic signal maintenance technician repaired each damaged sign.

berm failure resulted in sediment runoff

State Route 57 Slope Erosion

This week's heavy rain event also resulted in the failure of a temporary berm within the Caltrans right-of-way, causing sediment to flow down the northbound SR57 off-ramps and onto Diamond Bar Boulevard. This berm was constructed as part of the 57 Freeway repaving project. Public Works staff secured the area until Caltrans and the project contractor cleared the sediment and installed additional erosion control measures. City staff will be monitoring this site as the rainy season continues.

Grand and Golden Springs Project Advances

Grand Avenue / Golden Springs Drive Intersection Improvement Project

Contractors are now preparing to excavate on Grand Avenue for the construction of a new golf court tunnel, which is set to start in mid-January 2022 and take three months to complete. Also as part of this project, a variety of streetscape work, which includes planting landscaping and installing decorative amenities within the sidewalk, continues at the intersection in front of Chili’s Restaurant and Mobil Gas Station and is nearing completion.

Charter/Spectrum Improvement Project on Grand Avenue

Public Works issued an encroachment permit to L&G Cable Construction, subcontractor for Charter Communications, for the placement of new conduit for cable service in the middle of existing infrastructure on Grand Avenue, between Montefino Avenue and Diamond Bar Boulevard. Construction started Monday, December 13 and all utility work has been completed with final asphalt restorations currently underway.

Stay Connected with City Hall

Upcoming Meetings

City Council Meeting - December 21

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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