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 Seeks Volunteer Award Nominations

Know someone who has made a positive difference in the community this past year? Here is your opportunity to honor them!

The City is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Outstanding Volunteer Awards Program, and needs your help in identifying deserving individuals, community organizations, or businesses.

Your nominee(s) can be a family member, friend, neighbor, classmate, or anyone else you have witnessed consistently performing good deeds or acts of kindness. It can also be a community organization or a local business that is giving back to the community.

There are four award categories – Youth (age 17 and younger), Adult (Age 18 and older), Community Organization, and Business. Nominees selected for recognition will be awarded certificates by the City Council and other elected officials on Saturday, December 10 as part of the City’s Winter Snow Fest festivities.

Nominations will be accepted until 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 10. The nomination form and additional details are available on the City’s website at https://www.diamondbarca.gov/447/Volunteer-Recognition

Any questions regarding this Outstanding Volunteer Awards Program may be directed at the City’s Public Information Division at info@diamondbarca.gov or (909) 839-7055.

Community Development Department

October 2022 Plan Check and Permit Revenues

The City issued 163 building permits and received $118,365 in permit and plan check fees in October, a 34% increase over October 2021, and a nearly twofold increase over October 2020.   Staff is cautiously optimistic that permit activity will stay on track to meet or exceed the fiscal year estimate of $1.25 million.

New Businesses: October 26-November 1, 2022

 
Hanbong Group, Inc.
3230 Fallow Field Drive, Suite 101 – Freight logistics company

New Business Coming Soon

Tenant improvement plans for Cold Stone Creamery were submitted for 1108 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard, which is located in the Walmart Neighborhood Market-anchored shopping center located at the northeast corner of Grand and Diamond Bar Boulevard. 

October 2022 Code Enforcement Activity

• New Cases Opened:                     43         
• Inspections Performed:               148
• Notices Issued:                             80
• Citations Written:                            6
• Total Fines & Penalties:          $3,200
• Cases Closed:                              44
• Signs Pulled from ROW:             205

• Stop Work Orders:                          2
• Permit Fee s to Legalize:      $11,097

October Building Inspection Activity

A total of 398 building inspections were performed in October 2022. 

Parks and Recreation Department

Veterans Recognition Ceremony

Wednesday, November 9 | 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Diamond Bar Center · 1600 Grand Ave

 A special award ceremony, patriotic musical performances, and light refreshments will be part of this annual celebration that recognizes and pays tribute to U.S. military servicemen and women. All veterans and their family members and friends are encouraged to attend. 

Trifytt Basketball Skillz Starts Next Week!

Looking to improve your child’s basketball skills? Trifytt sports Basketball Skillz class is just what is needed! Have a great time playing basketball and making new friends while learning the benefits of sportsmanship, sharing and teamwork. Classes are geared for ages 3-5, 5-7, or 7-12. Find the right class for your youngster and register here.

Masterpieces with Pencils and Pastels

Young artists age 6-12 will explore basic design, perspective, animal art, and portraiture while having fun. New projects each season. $4 supply fee payable to instructor at first class. Register here.

Free Senior Talk Series-Answers to Medicare Questions

Anthem Blue Cross is hosting a talk on ‘Answers to Medicare Questions’ on Tuesday, November 8 from 10–11 a.m. at the Diamond Bar Center. Walk-ins are welcome, however early registration helps prepare for appropriate program supplies. Free registration is now open, so don’t hesitate to sign up for the seminar here. 

Mickey and Friends Cookie Holiday House Class

Create your own custom Mickey Mouse Cookie House. Includes candy, icing, characters and all the trimmings. Make reservations early, as this class has limited space. Have fun with all the supplies provided. Open to participants ages 10 and up. One parent can attend with their child for free. Register here.

Public Works Department

Diamond Bar Center Slope Stabilization Project

The construction of the concrete reinforced grade beam was completed this week. Grading, concrete work and landscaping improvements are set to begin next week. 

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