News Flash

City Hall Winter Closure

In observance of the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays, City Administrative Offices will be closed beginning Tuesday, December 24, 2019 and will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2020.

Oleander Avenue Between Santa Ana Avenue and Jurupa Avenue Closed on Saturday, December 14

There will be a posted detour route using Santa Ana Avenue, Citrus Avenue, and Jurupa Avenue. During the closure, the road will remain open for local residences and emergency vehicles only. 

Please use caution when driving in the area.

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Construction Alert: Cherry Avenue and Santa Avenue Intersection

Cherry Avenue at Santa Ana Avenue will be limited to one lane in each direction due to construction from December 16 to 20. Motorists on Cherry will be unable to turn left onto Santa Ana. Motorists on Santa Ana will only be able to turn right on Cherry.

New Traffic Signal and Median Improvements on Foothill Boulevard

The famous Route 66 also known as Foothill Boulevard has a new traffic signal and other improvements to enhance the flow of traffic in the City of Fontana. The project area on Foothill between Oleander Avenue and just east of Cypress Avenue includes the t...

City of Fontana Receives Two Awards from the Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation

The City of Fontana was awarded the 2019 Outstanding Recreational Facility and the 2019 Innovative Sports Activity by the Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation (SCMAF) at the Annual SCMAF Awards Recognition Banquet.

City of Fontana Named Top Workplace for Three Consecutive Years

The Top Workplace list is based on employee feedback collected through a third-party survey administered by research company Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture such as alignment, execution, and conne...

Energy Savings Projects to Impact Parking lots at Fontana City Hall and Police Department

Parking stalls in the Fontana City Hall and Police Department lots are limited beginning Monday, December 9, 2019, through May/June 2020, due to construction on energy savings projects.

Final Park Clean-Up Day of 2019 - Saturday, December 14

Join your Fontana neighbors during the final Park Clean-Up Day event for 2019 at Southridge Bird Farm (14501 Live Oak Ave.) on Saturday, December 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Fontana Christmas Parade Road Closure and Detour Advisory for Saturday, December 14

Please be advised that there will be several road closures within the City of Fontana's downtown area for the Fontana Christmas Parade taking place on Saturday, December 14, 2019 between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Fontana Community Senior Center Offers Classes and Programs to Help Seniors Stay Active

The state-of-the-art Fontana Community Senior Center offers free programs, activities and classes for local seniors age 55 or older. Stop by the Senior Center to get a jump start on your New Year's resolution to stay healthy and active.

The San Sevaine Trail is Extending

Residents will have a new section of the San Sevaine Trail to explore in Fontana, due to a grant awarded from the CA Department of Parks and Recreation. The grant completes the funding needed to extend the multi-use trail by adding a 1.25 mile-segment.

Foothill Boulevard Widening Project Complete

Motorists driving on Foothill Boulevard should experience a smoother drive now that the construction of the widening project between Sierra Avenue and Mango Avenue is complete, increasing roadway capacity from two to three lanes in each direction.

Get Connected with the City of Fontana

Get connected and stay connected with City Connection - the City's monthly e-newsletter. Check out the top stories and news for the month of December including information on the Christmas parade, Festival of Winter, holiday closures, and more.

City Planner Enjoys the Heavy Lifting When it Comes to Bringing in New Developments

Congrats to our final Employee Spotlight recipient of 2019 - Associate Planner Rina Leung. Rina is the friendly face behind many of Fontana's development projects and strives to ensure that new developments are well-designed and will benefit residents.

Honor Your Service Member with a Military Banner

The City of Fontana is proud to unveil its new Military Banner Program to recognize those currently serving in the Armed Forces. For a $50 application fee, honor your service member with a patriotic banner display affixed to the City's main light poles.

Public Safety Power Shutoff Community Meeting Questions and Answers

During the November 13 Public Safety Power Shutoff Community meeting, residents submitted questions to Southern California Edison via index cards. Select "Additional Info..." to view the questions and answers.

Public Safety Power Shutoff Community Meeting Video Available

The November 13 Public Safety Power Shutoff Community Meeting in partnership with the Fontana Chamber of Commerce and Southern California Edison is now available to view online for those who were unable to attend.

Roadwork on San Bernardino Avenue and Cypress Avenue to Cause Delays, November 25

City contractors will re-pave the intersection of San Bernardino Avenue at Cypress Avenue on Monday, November 25 as part of a Traffic Signal Project that began last month. The roadwork will take place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

San Sevaine Channel Widening Project at Philadelphia Avenue is Complete

Construction of the San Sevaine Channel Widening Project at Philadelphia Avenue is now complete. Improvements include sidewalks, curb, gutter asphalt, concrete pavement, street widening, signing, and striping.

Construction on Sierra Avenue Between Randall and San Bernardino Avenues

Southbound traffic on Sierra Avenue, between Randall Avenue and San Bernardino Avenue, is reduced to one lane due to the installation of a main waterline. The project is expected to take approximately eight weeks to complete. Expect traffic delays.

'Tis the Season for Many Fun and Festive Events in Fontana

It’s beginning to look a lot like a Christmas, and the City of Fontana is excited to highlight the holiday season with a variety of festive events. This holiday season will feature memorable events for the community.

Fontana Days Run 2020 Registration Now Open

Lace-up your running shoes and start your training, because the online registration for the 65th Fontana Days Run is open. The Run will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2020. All level runners from beginners to experienced are encouraged to register.

Two Month Traffic Signal Construction Project Begins Monday, October 14

The construction and installation of the traffic signal is expected to be complete in December 2019. The construction will consist of installing a traffic signal, street improvements, and adding ADA compliant curb access return ramps. Construction will ta...

Fall Activities Brochure Available Now

The Fall 2019 Activities Brochure offers a multitude of services and recreational programs for kids, teens and adults; including aquatics, athletics, health & fitness, gymnastics & dance, martial arts, performing arts and special events.

Introducing the Fontana Business Concierge Program for all your Business Needs

The City's Economic Development Division is unveiling the Fontana Business Concierge program to assist prospective business owners. The free service provides entrepreneurs with resources to develop a successful road map to starting a business in Fontana.

Public Encouraged to Visit Fontana's New Emergency Preparedness Webpage

The City of Fontana urges its residents to take proactive steps in order to be prepared for the next disaster. Residents can visit the City's new Emergency Preparedness web page at fontana.org/emergencypreparedness to learn how to prepare.

City of Fontana Participates in Nationwide 2020 Census Call to Action

Census Day is one year away. The City of Fontana is participating in the Census 2020 Call to Action - a nationwide effort to raise awareness for the next census taking place on April 1, 2020 - and launching the "Fontana Counts" awareness campaign

City of Fontana 2018 Annual Report Available Online

From grand openings to being named the Most Prosperous City in California, 2018 was a year of distinction for Fontana. For a complete overview of exciting projects completed in 2018, and for those planned in 2019 and beyond, view the annual report online.