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. 

Office Closures

City Commission Appointment Opportunities

To be considered for appointment, individuals must apply online no later than 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 9, 2023 by visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/jobs.

Applications are currently being accepted to fill one seat on each of the City’s three commissions – Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Traffic and Transportation.

Commissions act in an advisory capacity to the City Council. The Planning Commission advises on planning and land use matters, the Parks and Recreation Commission advises on matters pertaining to recreational facilities and programming, and the Traffic and Transportation Commission advises on traffic flow and transportation system matters.

 
Diamond Bar residents interested in being considered for one of these commissions are encouraged to apply. Appointments will be made by the City Council, and commissioners will be appointed to complete the remaining term through January 2024.
 
For more information about City Commissions, visit www.diamondbarca.gov/commissions. Questions about the recruitment may be directed to the City Clerk's office at (909) 839-7010 or cityclerk@diamondbarca.gov.

Public Works Department

SoCal Gas Maintenance Project

An encroachment permit was issued to SoCal Gas to replace the residential gas service mainline along Deerfoot Drive, from Sunbluff Drive to Kiowa Crest Drive, and on Kiowa Crest Drive, from Eldertree Drive to Santaquin Drive. Construction activity will start the week of January 2 and is anticipated for completion in early-April 2023. The contractors have already issued door notices to the affected neighborhood and will also notify residents about any planned gas service interruptions. 

Community Development Department

New Businesses: December 14-27, 2022

Amazing Beauty Salon
2755 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard
 
Fifty50 Productions
783 Pinefalls Avenue
Custom embroidery, heat press and screen printing on pre-made apparel (t-shirts, hats, etc.)

Parks and Recreation Department

Kinder Skills to start Winter Session 1

Get ready to go ‘Into the Arctic!’ Youth participants are getting ready to explore the wonders of the arctic and arctic life while learning kindergarten readiness skills such as using a pencil, learning letters, counting numbers, and recognizing colors and shapes.
The upcoming session is set to start on Monday, January 9 and conclude on Friday, February 17. The stimulating program is designed for three-, four-, and five-year-old children to socially and academically succeed in kindergarten. 
 
For additional information about the program or registration please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister or (909) 839-7070.

Recreation Programs for the Arts

Is your child looking to enhance their artistic abilities? Talented Arts’ classes begin in just a few weeks. Class offerings include Hip Hop Dance, Hollywood Super Stars, Rockstar Academy, and Arts and Crafts. Sign up today to kick off the new year with new art skills. Click here to register online

Excursion to Fantasy Springs Casino

Sign up now for the senior excursion to Fantasy Springs Casino on February 28 for a chance to win big! Everyone must present a valid California ID to play. Get $35 of free play on your player’s card plus $5 for food. Residents can sign up for $35/person and non-residents sign up for $40/person. The excursion includes roundtrip transportation, players card, and a snack on the way home.  Click here to register online or in-person at the Diamond Bar Center. Call (909) 839-7068 for more information. 

The Diamond Bar Center is available for private rentals, including weddings, meetings, corporate events, and more!

Diamond Bar residents may make reservations up to 24 months in advance and non-residents may book up to 20 months in advance.

Did you know?

1. The max capacity of the Grand View Ballroom is 438 for dining. The room is capable of hosting large weddings or small. The minimum rental on a weekend is 2/3 of the ballroom. 
   
   

2. The max capacity of the Grand View Ballroom is 822 for theater seating. The hall makes for a great location for business seminars and corporate activities as well with the various capacity levels and the ballroom’s ability to divide into breakout rooms.

For more information, please call the Diamond Bar Center at (909) 839-7065 or email Rentals@DiamondBarCA.gov. 

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