| Fremont Paving the Way for EV Adoption | | | | Fremont is home to several companies accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption through clean energy technology and has long been a leader in EVs. Now, there's even more data to prove it! Ava Community Energy (Ava), Fremont's power provider, recently listed Fremont among the top ZIP codes in California with the highest market share of EVs. Most notably, Ava found that Fremont had the third highest market share of registered battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in Alameda and San Joaquin Counties in 2022, and the 94539 zip code boasts the highest number of EVs per household, with nearly one in three households owning an EV. Way to go, Fremont! Let's continue "charging" forward to help create a climate ready Fremont. | | | To be prepared for upcoming winter storms, check out this City resource: Who to Call for Services in Fremont. It includes who to contact for power outages, fallen trees, blocked storm drains, and traffic signal outages. It is also important to protect your property from hazards by keeping storm drains clear of debris and having sandbags handy. The City provides sand and bags for Fremont residents and businesses (maximum of 10 bags and while supplies last). Just bring your shovel to one of the three designated locations throughout the city: - Fremont Fire Station No. 10 - 5001 Deep Creek Rd.
- Fremont Fire Station No. 5 - 55 Hackamore Ln.
- City Maintenance Center - 42551 Osgood Rd.
For more information on inventory replenishment and sandbag alternatives, please contact the City's Maintenance division by email or visit the City's Sandbags webpage. | | | Tri-City Local Hazard Mitigation Plan | | | | The Cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City and the Alameda County Water District and Union Sanitary Districts are partnering to develop a Tri-City Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The Public Review Draft of the Tri-City LHMP is now available online through February 16. The LHMP is also available in print at the Fremont Main Library, Newark Library, and Union City City Hall during normal business hours. Get involved and help your community be hazard-ready! | | | Grant Funding for Waste Prevention | | | | StopWaste is offering grants with a total of $1.1 million available in funding for projects in six categories. The focus is on innovative approaches to preventing waste in Alameda County and supporting local communities. Stopwaste is distributing funds in six different grant categories: - Food Waste Prevention and Recovery (up to $30,000 per grant)
- Surplus Food Donation Equipment (nonprofits only, up to $10,000 per grant)
- Community Food Systems (up to $10,000 per grant)
- Reusable Foodware (up to $25,000 per grant)
- Reuse and Repair (up to $25,000 per grant)
- Reusable Transport Packaging Equipment (up to $10,000 per grant)
Businesses, nonprofits, and institutions are eligible for funding, unless noted otherwise. Visit StopWaste's webpage for more information. Application deadline is Thursday, March 14. | | | City's Sustainability Manager Takes New Position | | | | Congratulations to longtime Fremont Sustainability Manager Rachel DiFranco, who has accepted a position with the City of Palo Alto as a Utilities Program Services Manager overseeing building decarbonization and electric vehicle infrastructure implementation efforts. Her last day with the City of Fremont is February 2.  In her ten years with the City, Rachel has been instrumental in many sustainability initiatives, including several large municipal energy conservation and solar energy projects. Most recently, Rachel led the update of the City's Climate Action Plan, which is aimed at keeping the City on track to meet the Fremont City Council's adopted goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2045.
Although Rachel is moving on to new challenges across the Bay, her efforts leave Fremont well-positioned to continue its leadership role in sustainability. Thank you, Rachel, and best of luck in your new role! | | | Beginning January 1, 2024, a number of new bike rules have been implemented for BART stations and riders. Bikes are now allowed on all trains except in the first car or any crowded car. Bikes are also allowed on escalators except those located at the following three stations: 19th Street Oakland, Antioch, and Oakland Airport Connector. For a complete list of rules, visit BART's Bike Rules webpage. | | | WaterClips Student Video Contest | | | | Fremont students are now invited to participate in the WaterClips Student Video Contest sponsored by the Alameda County Water District (ACWD). Students in grades 6-12 can enter by submitting a short 30-second video on the importance of finding and fixing leaks to conserve water and reduce water waste. Students will be chosen to win scholarships of up to $500 and have their videos shown in local movie theaters. This is an exciting opportunity to create and share an important message about water! The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 1. | | | For the past 31 years, the East Bay Regional Park District has encouraged the public to explore their regional parks through its annual Trails Challenge. The free program connects people to nature through hiking and biking by providing 20 designated trails ranging from easy to challenging. Complete the challenge by hiking five of the 20 trails, or 26.2 miles (the distance of a marathon) of trails. Submit your log online or by mail by December 1, 2024, and receive a commemorative pin, while supplies last. The challenge is part of the global Healthy Parks Healthy People movement that underscores the connection between a healthy green environment and community health. | | | Community Classes & Events | | | | Microplastics? Macro Problems
Date: Wednesday, February 7
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Online
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Explore how plastic waste contributes to the changing climate and how plastic impacts health and the environment. Learn solutions to address microplastics pollution. Presented by Ecology Center. | | | | Save Money on an EV Now!
Date: Thursday, February 8
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
Location: Online
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Join EV experts to learn how you can save money with the Ride and Drive Clean EV Discount Campaign. Also learn about current and upcoming EVs and charging on road trips and at single and multifamily homes. Sponsored by City of Palo Alto Utilities. | | | | Volunteer to Clean and Restore Tule Ponds
Date: Every Saturday until March
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Tule Ponds at Tyson Lagoon
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Volunteer to clean and restore Tule Ponds. Learn how the pond waters are impacted by human activities and help create a clean, healthy environment for Fremont's wildlife and nature. Great opportunity for high school students looking for community service hours! | | | Copyright © 2024 City of Fremont, All rights reserved.
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