Padua Park has reached a major milestone with the electrical connection made last week. The MUSCO lights are now in working order and Megaway has installed sod to be installed. Another significant turn of events is the availability of the Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) grant funds. This funding will enable Megaway to complete the park's interior trail system, which includes fitness equipment, the habitat, and other decorative features using rock from the site. The Park Dedication is planned for Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 10:00 a.m.
The Claremont Bikestation is now open at the Claremont Depot. A grand opening celebration and bike ride was held on Wednesday, February 24 to officially open in facility. The Bikestation at the Depot offers secure indoor bike parking, lockers, air and repair equipiment, and vending machines. The Bikestation event was featured on ABC Eyewitness News at 5pm. For a limited time, Bikestation is offering special rates for memberships. Enter code CL35ANN for a $35 yearly membership for the first 50 people. Code CL70ANN will get you $26 off a yearly pass until March 30, 2010.
The City is considering moving Ambrosia, the angel located at Mallows Park on Indian Hill Blvd.It is one of the City's public art pieces, originally located on the south side of the park. The City is seeking input from the surrounding neighborhood on if they would like it to remain at the park or if they would like to see it moved to a different location. Please contact Francine Baker, Arts Coordinator at (909) 399-5391.
The City's Financial Services Department is pleased to announce the availability of its online bill payment system for sanitation accounts. This service allows residents to view and pay their sanitation bills, set up automatic payments and update their accounts online. Online bill pay will also give residents the option of paperless billing, which will help to reduce the consumption of paper and save money on the processing and mailing of paper bills. To access their sanitation accounts online, residents should visit the City website (www.ci.claremont.ca.us) and click on the sanitation bill pay link in navigation bar on the left hand side of the page.
Residents may also prepay their quarterly sanitation bills up to one year in advance. For details on the City's prepayment program, interested residents should contact the Financial Services Department at (909) 399-5453.
As post-holiday bills arrive in mailboxes this month, some families will be faced with tough financial decisions, struggling to make payments in a difficult economy. Southern California Gas Co. urges customers to take advantage of the utility's assistance programs -- programs that can help reduce winter heating bills and increase energy efficiency.
The City has received a number of calls regarding how and where people can help the Haiti Earthquake Relief efforts. Red Cross is requesting monetary donation. Our local chapter of the American Red Cross is coordinating donations and has several ways in which residents can contribute. Donation boxes are available at City Hall and the Hughes Center front counters.
The City of Claremont Human Services Department and Pomona Valley Hospital are excited to announce a Health & Wellness Expo.
Three vehicles in the rear apartment carports of 600 block W. San Jose Ave. were burglarized early Monday morning, February 8, between 2 am & 8 am. Entry was gained into one vehicle by forcing open a window, while entry was made into two vehicles through open windows.
Remember not to leave any valuables in an unattended vehicle, especially items that can be seen from outside the vehicle. Always lock and completely secure your vehicle when left unattended. Immediately report all suspicious persons and activity to the Claremont Police Department by calling 9-1-1.
During this unprecedented period of winter weather, now more than ever it is important to be prepared to tackle the worst Mother Nature may throw at you. Listed below are a few tips. Click here for a more complete list.
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Claremont PD reminds Internet users who receive appeals to donate money in the aftermath of Tuesday's earthquake in Haiti to apply a critical eye and do their due diligence before responding to those requests. Past tragedies and natural disasters have prompted individuals with criminal intent to solicit contributions purportedly for a charitable organization and/or a good cause.
Therefore, before making a donation of any kind, consumers should adhere to certain guidelines, to include the following:
Anyone who has received an e-mail referencing the above information or anyone who may have been a victim of this or a similar incident should notify the IC3 via www.ic3.gov.