Issued weekly by the City of Diamond Bar - July 15, 2022

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.

Community Development Department

Town Center Specific Plan Workshop

July 21, 2022 | 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Diamond Bar Center, 1600 Grand Avenue

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear a presentation from the project team, share your ideas, and collaborate toward the creation of Diamond Bar’s first Town Center Specific Plan.

The Specific Plan will serve as the roadmap to guide the development of a future town center along Diamond Bar Boulevard, between Golden Springs Drive and the 60 Freeway overpass.

Learn more, confirm your attendance, and sign up to receive updates at downtown4db.com.

images of homes in a Diamond Bar neighborhood

Housing Element Update

The City Council adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element on November 2, 2021. In accordance with State law, the City then submitted the adopted Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for certification. However, on February 2, 2022, HCD notified the City that revisions will be necessary for the Housing Element to be in compliance with State Housing Element Law. As of this writing, only 20 of the 197 member agencies of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) have received compliance letters from HCD.

Staff and the City’s housing element consultant are completing the revisions requested by HCD. Because the revisions include additional and modified policies, the City Council must readopt the amended Housing Element. The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing during a special meeting on July 27 to consider the proposed revisions. Should the Planning Commission recommend adoption, a City Council hearing to adopt the amended Housing Element is tentatively scheduled for August 16.

New Businesses: July 6-12, 2022

Little Friends Play
21076 Golden Springs Drive, Unit C3
children’s indoor play center (new owner and name)

iCare Skin
20855 Golden Springs Drive, Unit 106
expansion of existing business into adjacent lease space

Parks and Recreation Department

Summer Concerts in the Park and Movies Under the Stars

Summitridge Park 1425 Summitridge Dr., (adjacent to Diamond Bar Center)

July 20
Concert starts at 6:30 p.m.

Electric Vinyl
Classic Rock

Movie starts at dusk
Rock Dog 2

Food Trucks
Philly Steak & Drizzle

Seating is outdoors on the grass, so chairs and blankets are suggested. Concessions available for purchase from food trucks or you can bring snacks or a picnic dinner. Admission and parking are free of charge. Visit the Concerts and Movies special events web page on the City's website to view the complete summer schedule.

Soccer for Children

The City offers 10 different soccer classes and camps throughout the year. Classes range from introductory to skills and scrimmaging for children age 2 to 11 years old. New classes begin July 16 and July 20. Register today.

Free Senior Seminars

Seniors, stay informed on important topics that include finance, medical care, scams, and other important matters. Monthly seminars are held in person at the Diamond Bar Center. Register online or call (909) 839-7070.

Public Works Department

Grand Avenue/Golden Springs Drive Intersection Improvement Project

Construction of the decorative crosswalks is still underway at all four approaches. Traffic has been impacted due to the complexity of the construction work in anticipation of the installation of the decorative pavers. Pavers are tentatively scheduled to be installed in the next two weeks. Jacking pit operations continue for the installation of the reinforced concrete pipe through the embankment beneath Grand Avenue west of Golden Springs Drive.

Area 1 Residential & Collector Streets Rehabilitation Project

Demolition of the outdated cross gutters and curb ramps within the Area 1 (residential) Project was completed last week. Concrete pour for the new cross gutters and new ADA curb ramps was completed this week along with the last crack sealant applications along the remainder of the residential areas in anticipation of the new slurry seal scheduled in the next couple of weeks.

Join the Diamond Bar Team!

Accounting Technician (Cashier)
Full-time - $4,718.26-$6,322.92 Monthly
Application deadline: July 15

Facility Attendant

Part-time Intermittent - $16.00 - $17.50 Hourly
Application deadline: Continuous

Recreation Leader

Part-time Intermittent - $15.50 - $17.00 Hourly
Application deadline: Continuous

Senior Recreation Leader

Part-time Intermittent - $17.50 - $19.00 Hourly
Application deadline: Continuous

Apply online at www.diamondbarca.gov/jobs.

Upcoming Meetings

Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority-July 13
Traffic and Transportation Commission-July 14
City Council-July 19

Meeting participation is available in person and online. Participation details are available on the first page of every meeting agenda. Learn more and view archived City meetings at www.diamondbarca.gov/agendas.

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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