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City of Claremont n 207 Harvard Avenue, Claremont California 91711 n (909) 399-5460 www.claremontca.org Introduction Organizations

Welcome to the City of Claremont - we are excited that you have man to enter California overland, passed through the Claremont region Local Clubs and Organizations How to Get More City Information chosen to be a part of the community! Located 30 miles east of in 1826. In 1871, W. T. (“Tooch”) Martin, the first European resident American Youth Soccer Organization ...... www.claremontayso.org City Letter Los Angeles, Claremont is a prestigious community, consisting of of Claremont, filed a land claim. On his 156 acres near Indian Hill Boy Scouts of America...... 983-4534 The City publishes the City Letter, a quarterly newsletter that 36,000 residents and 140 acres of developed parks and tree-lined Boulevard, Martin lived by hunting game and keeping bees. Claremont Chorale...... 621-9782 highlights City projects and news. The City Letter is mailed to all streets. The City’s development has always been closely associated Claremont addresses. with the academically-acclaimed Claremont Colleges. Claremont In 1886, Claremont became a community when the Santa Fe Railroad Claremont Community Foundation...... 398-1060 takes pride in its rich cultural and architectural heritage and small- completed its connection between Chicago and Los Angeles. Pomona Claremont Community School of Music...... 624-3012 College was founded in 1887, marking the beginning of the Claremont City Manager’s Weekly Update town atmosphere. Claremont Fast Pitch...... www.leaguelineup.com/cysainfo Colleges. At the same time the colleges were growing and expanding, As part of the City’s ongoing efforts to provide citizens with the Known throughout the region for its stately and beautiful single- the local citrus business was starting in Claremont. It grew rapidly, and Claremont Forum...... 626-3066 latest information about City projects, the City Manager’s Weekly family homes, Claremont also offers condominiums, townhouses, water cooperatives were formed for irrigating the thousands of acres of Claremont Heritage...... 621-0848 Update is posted online every Thursday. Visit the City website each and apartment living to meet varied needs and lifestyles. citrus groves. The industry continued to flourish until about 1950. The Claremont Little League and T-Ball...... www.claremontlittleleague.com week to read the latest update or sign up for weekly notifications. City, which covered about 3.5 square miles at its incorporation in 1907, Claremont Stars Soccer Club...... www.cstars.cornerkicksystems.com In balance with residential development, there are thriving now covers over 13.5 square miles. From a population of 100 in 1910, City Website commercial and major industrial centers in Claremont. The historical Claremont can claim over 36,000 residents today. Claremont Sunrise Rotary...... claremontsunriserotary.org www.claremontca.org downtown “Village” serves the needs of a growing community. Claremont Symphony Orchestra...... www.claremontso.org The City of Claremont maintains a website that provides information Early influences can be seen in the community today. There are lush Claremont Youth Basketball..www.claremontyouthbasketball.com about City departments, services, events, and programs. Citizens The City has a well-educated, professional, and skilled labor force; remnants of citrus and oak groves and a physical character reminiscent of Claremont’s Spanish heritage and college-town influence. Claremont Claremont Young Musicians Orchestra...... www.cymo.org can also send comments and questions to Councilmembers and quality and diversified residential areas; and excellent educational staff members through the City website. Citizens can subscribe and recreational facilities. These attributes, along with progressive, has many fine representatives of architectural periods. This diversity, Foothill Storm Soccer Club...... www.foothillstorm.org to the City’s electronic newsletter through the City website. As a well-managed City government and intense interest in community sense of scale, and continuity singles it out as a unique community in Foothill Aids Project...... www.fapinfo.org Southern California. subscriber, you will receive regular email messages that include the and cultural activities, make Claremont an ideal place to live and to Girl Scouts of Greater LosAngeles ...... www.girlscoutsla.org conduct business. latest City news, as well as a calendar of upcoming events. Claremont has long been known as a cultural arts center for Pomona Kiwanis Club of Claremont...... claremontkiwanis.org The Cahuilla and Serrano Indians were the first known inhabitants of Valley. It continues to provide opportunities for a variety of cultural Meals on Wheels...... 621-4018 The Claremont Recreation Brochure the Claremont region. In 1771, as the Spanish period in California pursuits showcasing local talent, as well as attracting well-known Mt. Baldy Aquatics ...... www.mtbaldyaquatics.com Sports, fitness, martial arts, and special interest classes, as well national artists. began, Mission San Gabriel was founded. The lands owned by the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden...... 625-8767 as activities for children and older adults can all be found in the mission stretched from the San Bernardino Mountains to San Pedro quarterly recreation brochure mailed to each Claremont household Claremont residents recognize the importance of cultural activities for Rotary Club of Claremont...... www.rotaryclaremont.com Bay. Claremont was part of this vast tract, and many Indians were or available at the Hughes Community Center. employed as shepherds for the padres. They continued to work for the enhancement of their quality of life. Sustainable Claremont...... www.sustainableclaremont.org the Spaniards until smallpox took its heavy toll in 1862 and 1873. By University Club...... 621-4350 Social Media & Mobile App 1883, the Cahuillas were gone. Jedediah Smith, the first European Note - All phone numbers begin with area code (909) unless otherwise noted. The City is active on Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor, YouTube, and Twitter. The City also has a mobile app with City information. 1 22 Local Churches Facts & Figures

Baha’i Faith Claremont Presbyterian Church Jehovah’s Witnesses 701 W. Harrison Avenue 1111 N. Mountain Avenue 9551 Mills Avenue, Montclair Population figures are taken from the 2016 Census. Infrastructure 626-2569 624-9693 626-8178 • 128 miles surfaced streets Population • 122 miles sewer lines Baseline Community Church Claremont United Church of Christ North Hills Church 7th Day Adventists • 36,015 • 147 storm drains 4552 N. Towne Avenue Congregational 1717 N. Mountain Avenue Age 621-3079 • 231 miles sidewalks 624-6626 233 W. Harrison Avenue • Median Age - 39.6 years • 127 street medians and parkways totalling 63 acres 626-1201 Size • 23 public buildings Calvary Chapel Oak Park Community Church of God • 13.49 square miles 616 Sycamore Avenue • 110 City vehicles 343 W. Twelfth Street Claremont United Methodist Church Founded 621-2338 211 W. Foothill Boulevard 670-0130 • 4,000 street signs 624-9021 • April 1887 • 2,264 City-owned streetlights Center for Spiritual Living Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Incorporated • 24,108 City trees 509 S. College Avenue Emmanuel Hispanic Presbyterian Church Church • October 3, 1907 • 19 miles drain swales 624-3549 of Pomona Valley 435 Berkeley Avenue Form of Government Ethnicity 1111 N. Mountain Avenue 626-3596 • Council/Manager White: 67.7% African American: 4.3% Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 624-0193 Climate Hispanic: 24.1% Two or more races: 4.5% 728 E. Base Line Road St. Ambrose Episcopal Church • Annual average temperature (degrees F) = 66 830 W. Bonita Avenue Asian: 15.6% Native American: 0.7% 399-5228 First Baptist Church of Claremont • Annual average rainfall (inches) = 17.3 Income 472 N. Mountain Avenue 626-7170 • Elevation (feet above sea level) = 1,150 • Average household income: $105,759 Claremont Chinese Baptist Church 624-4496 Natural Amenities St. Luke Lutheran Church • Median household income: $94,005 1364 N. Towne Avenue • 21 City-owned parks and sports fields with 2,534 acres of 767-7318 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church – ELCA 2050 N. Indian Hill Boulevard Housing 1700 N. Towne Avenue 624-8898 public parkland, of which 2,378 is wilderness. Also includ- • Median home price: $581,100 Claremont City Blessing Church 626-2714 ed is the Thompson Creek Trail, a linear park following a Education 735 S. Mills Avenue Temple Beth Israel 2.8-mile paved trail. Highest Level of Education (% of Population over 25 years) 482-4466 Granite Creek Community Church 3033 N. Towne Avenue, Pomona • Claremont has been recognized by the National Arbor Day Less than high school graduate -- 6.4% 1580 N. Claremont Boulevard 626-1277 Foundation for the Tree City USA award for over 30 years. High school diploma -- 10.2% Claremont Friends – Quaker Meeting 625-4455 Some college, less than 4 years -- 20.1% 727 W. Harrison Avenue Bachelor’s degree -- 24.2 % 624-9114 Islamic Center of Claremont Graduate or Professional degree -- 32.6% 3641 N. Garey Ave - Pomona 593-1865 21 2 Important Information Claremont Events & Regulations

Alarm Permits • If you have an alarm in your residence, a permit from the Police Garage Sales Garage/yard sales are permitted for up to three consecutive days twice Department is required. a year. One sign, up to four square feet in size and as high as five feet, Pilgrim Place Festival • Three false alarms are permitted during a 12-month calendar year. Village Wine Walk may be posted at the sale site. Directional signs are not permitted on Mid-November, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. After that, there will be a cost recovery fee for each false alarm. Second Friday in September either public property (e.g., trees, utility poles, utility boxes) or other Wine lovers will enjoy the annual Wine Walk sponsored by the Claremont The Pilgrim Place Festival takes place on a Friday and Saturday in private property (e.g., vehicles). Permits are not required for garage/ Chamber Village Marketing Group. Held at numerous locations in the mid-November. Visitors to the Festival will enjoy a unique Pilgrim Building Permits yard sales. Village, this event sells out every year. Phone: (909) 626-1147. experience filled with fun activities for people of all ages. The festival To apply for a building permit, come to City Hall from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 includes rides, booths selling a variety of items, terrific food, and a p.m., Monday through Thursday (closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. to Village Venture Arts & Crafts Faire sing-along show. Sponsored by Pilgrim Place. Phone: (909) 621-9581. 1:00 p.m.) or online at www.claremontca.org. For more information, call Leaf Blowers Gas-powered leaf blowers are prohibited; however, electric or battery- Fourth Saturday in October, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (909) 399-5471. Holiday Promenade & Tree Lighting powered leaf blowers are allowed from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., seven The annual Village Venture Arts & Crafts Faire, hosted by the Claremont First Friday in December, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. days a week. Chamber of Commerce, takes place in the Claremont Village. The A holiday event for the whole family with live entertainment, a Contacting the City Faire is a family-oriented tradition that features handcrafted items In addition to calling City Hall, (909) 399-5460 any time between 7:00 from artisans across the nation. A children’s parade, food booths, and magnificent tree lighting ceremony, and a visit from Santa Claus! a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, residents have other options Overnight Parking community information booths are also part of the fun. Village businesses will also be participating as Holiday Cheer Stops Overnight parking is prohibited on City streets. However, parking is al- for sharing their comments, questions, or concerns related to the City: and will be providing holiday treats. lowed for one hour between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. An overnight park-

ing exemption may be obtained either by calling the Police Department Halloween Spooktacular Claremont Farmers & Artisans Market • E-mail: [email protected] October 31, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at (909) 399-5411 or online at http://claremont.parkingexemptionapp. Every Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. • 24-Hour City Council Hot Line: This recorded message service Claremont Village com. Three exemptions in a one-month period are allowed per house- Farmers and crafters fill Harvard Avenue each Sunday with fresh fruits, can be reached by dialing (909) 399-5389. Callers who leave their A fun-filled event for children in the Claremont Village that includes hold. vegetables, and unique handmade items. Featuring certified organic name and phone number will receive a response. game booths, a photo booth, face painting, entertainment, a dog costume produce, specialty arts & crafts, flowers, and plants, the Farmers • 24-Hour Traffic Hot Line: Report non-emergency traffic concerns contest, children’s costume contest, and trick-or-treating in Claremont Market is sponsored by the Claremont Forum and is located on Harvard to this recorded message service at (909) 399-5413. Callers who Parks Village businesses. leave their name and phone number will receive a response. Please • All City parks, including parking lots, are closed between 10:00 p.m. Avenue, from First Street to Bonita Avenue. Phone: (909) 626-3066. remember City Hall is closed on Fridays. and 6:00 a.m., except with a permit from the Human Services Depart- Veterans Day Ceremony Village Walking Tour • Graffiti Abatement Line: (909) 445-7825 ment: (909) 399-5490. November 11, 11:00 a.m. First Saturday of the month. 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. • Web Site: www.claremontca.org to learn more about the City. • If a group of 50 or more individuals would like to use a public park Memorial Park Sponsored by Claremont Heritage, the tour begins in front of the for an event, a permit must be obtained from the Human Services A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism and historic Claremont Depot, 200 West First Street, and ends with a tour Department: (909) 399-5490. willingess to serve and sacrifice for the common good. The event Curfew for Minors • No dogs are allowed in any City park, except in the off-leash dog ar- of the Packing House, 532 W. First Street. Led by a Claremont Heritage • The curfew for minors begins at 10:00 p.m. to sunrise of the follow- includes remarks from members of the American Legion Keith Powell eas at College Park (Pooch Park) and Rancho San Jose Park, and on- tour guide, this enjoyable walk includes the City’s commercial, civic, ing day. Post 78, community officials, and various military ceremonial traditions. leash in the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park and Thompson Creek and college buildings, bringing to life more than a hundred years of • Truancy for students under the age of 18 is considered an infraction Trail. Claremont’s history. The cost is $5 per person for the tour. 3 and will be cited in juvenile probation. 20 Pets Signs • A maximum of three dogs and three cats (four months or older) Temporary signs, such as political posters, “for sale” signs, “for lease” Claremont Events are allowed per household. signs, and similar advertisements are allowed on private property. • A leash must be used when walking your dog, and anyone having These signs may not exceed six square feet. control over the dog is required to clean up after the dog.

• State law as well as our local Municipal Code require all dogs Solicitation over the age of four months to be licensed. As part of the Any person who goes door-to-door or place-to-place offering to sell licensing process, pet owners are required to provide a certificate any item, or soliciting money or anything of value, is required to obtain of vaccination issued by a licensed veterinarian. a solicitation permit from the City. Applications for non-commercial • Initial dog licensing must be purchased by the pet’s owner/ solicitation permits can be obtained from the Police Department. It is guardian within 30 days after the dog reaches four months of also unlawful for anyone to solicit at any location listed on the “Do age, or within 30 days after the dog is brought into the City, Not Knock Registry.” Residents can apply for inclusion on the registry whichever is later. Section 6.12.080 of the Municipal Code sets with the City’s Finance Department. Residents should immediately a penalty fee ($25 by resolution) for when an initial license is report to the Police Department all solicitors without a City-issued not purchased, or if a renewal license is not purchased within 30 permit, or any solicitation that occurs at a location listed on the registry. days after the expiration of the previous license. • The City of Claremont contracts animal services with the Inland Street Trees Valley Humane Society. For more information, contact the • The City maintains all City-owned trees. Residents should not Humane Society by phone at (909) 623-9777, by e-mail at info@ attempt to trim, prune, or remove these trees. Please call the ivhsspca.org, or visit their website at www.ivhsspca.org. Community Services Department at (909) 399-5431 for further Public Right-of-Way information. • Residents are responsible for watering City trees adjacent to their For most residential properties in Claremont, the front curb is NOT property. the dividing line between public and private property. Typically, • If you want to plant a tree, make sure to plant it on your property. the actual property line is ten to twelve feet behind the curb. This You may contact the Community Development Department “public right-of-way” exists to allow for the installation of sidewalks, Engineering Division at (909) 399-5465 to inquire about your City street trees, utility company equipment, and other public property lines. improvements. Mark your calendars and plan ahead, because Fourth of July Celebration • Residents should not affix anything to a City tree or use equipment July 4, all day or chemicals near a tree that might harm it. there is always something fun being planned or This is true even where there’s no sidewalk or where the front yard Memorial Park/Pomona College Strehle Track • Bricks, rocks, cement, or other similar material should not be scheduled for the whole family to enjoy! A fun-filled event for the whole family, featuring a 1K Kids Fun Run, of the home goes all the way to the curb. The best way to know the placed near the base of a City tree. 5K Race/Walk, a flag raising ceremony, live entertainment, over 50 exact location of your property line is to get a copy of the property • Irrigation trenches should not be installed near a City tree. Spring Celebration non-profit booths, food concessions, FREE children’s activities, the T. survey or to contact the City Engineer’s office at (909) 399-5465. Saturday before Easter, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Willard Hunter Speakers Corner, community parade, and a fireworks Memorial Park show and concert. Vehicles A springtime event for the young and young at heart! This FREE event Private Improvements in the Right-of-Way • Inoperable vehicles and/or vehicles that are not licensed or includes a variety of children’s activities, including crafts, a petting zoo, Movies in the Park currently registered must be parked where they are not visible face painting, and photos with the Spring Bunny. The event culminates It is important to know the location of your property line because it is July - August from the street or neighboring properties. with an egg hunt for children 12 and under. illegal to install or construct certain types of private improvements in During the summer, Claremont residents can experience free movies • Recreational vehicles, such as boats, campers, motor homes, and under the moonlit sky at various City parks. The summer movie series the public right-of-way without prior approval from the City. Among trailers (including utility trailers) must be parked or stored within Memorial Day Ceremony is hosted by the Claremont Police Department and is FREE and open the projects that require City approval and a permit are: a garage or in an interior side or rear yard that is enclosed with Memorial Day, 11:00 a.m. to the community. • Structures such as fences, walls, patios, raised planters, etc., Oak Park Cemetery a non-transparent fence, a wall, or continuous row of shrubbery, which encroach into the public right-of-way or exceed 36 inches A ceremony commemorating the U.S. Service Members who have not less than five feet high. Monday Night Concert Series in height; given their lives while on active duty. The event includes remarks from Every Monday from early July - Labor Day, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • Temporary RV parking permits, which are good for a maximum • Driveway approaches; members of the American Legion Keith Powell Post 78, community Memorial Park of 14 days per calendar year, may be obtained by calling the • Modifications to original design concepts approved by the City; officials, and various military ceremonial traditions. A Claremont tradition featuring live entertainment and food Community Improvement office at (909) 399-5467 or by stopping concessions. This nine-week series features a diverse line-up of bands, • Signs; by the Community Development counter at City Hall. Permits Friday Nights Live from classic rock to reggae to dixieland jazz and everything in between. • Lighting; are required for at home RV maintenance and trip preparation/ Every Friday night from May - October, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. • Surfacing, except for grass or low groundcover; return. Friday nights come alive in the Village with live bands playing in the Kids Corner • Curb, gutters, sidewalks, and pavement; Public Plaza and Shelton Park, and in front of the Chamber of Commerce Wednesdays in July, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. • Irrigation lines; and, and the Council Chamber. Sponsored by the City of Claremont, Village Shelton Park The City offers a Parkway Design Guide to assist • Trees or shrubs, which will grow over twenty-four inches tall. Marketing Group, and the Chamber of Commerce. Phone: (909) 624-1681. An entertainment series geared toward Claremont’s youngest citizens. residents in landscaping the public right-of-way in Each show will feature an engaging performer, snack concessions, and If in doubt about whether a permit is needed, call the City’s Planning front of their homes. Find it on the City website. lots of fun. Division at (909) 399-5470. 19 4 Sanitation & State & County Street Sweeping Representatives

Refuse and Recycling Program Used Motor Oil Recycling Program You will receive a BLACK container for trash, a BLUE container for The City offers FREE curbside pick-up of your used motor oil. recycling, and a GREEN container for green waste. The BLACK Contact the Community Services Department at (909) 399-5431 to trash container is available in 35, 64, and 90-gallon sizes. Your schedule this service. sanitation charges are based upon the size of your BLACK trash Governor Gavin Newsom (D) Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-27th) Assemblyman Chris Holden (D-41st) container. All containers need to be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on Holiday Tree Recycling 1303 10th Street, Ste. 1173 415 W. Foothill Blvd. Ste 122 415 W. Foothill Blvd. Ste. 124 your designated collection day. Containers are to be stored in an Curbside tree collection is available for two weeks shortly after Christ- Sacramento, CA 95814 Claremont, CA 91711 Claremont, CA 91711 appropriate location on private property within 12 hours of being mas. Place your bare tree at the curb on your regular refuse collection Phone: (916) 445-2841 Phone: (909) 625-5394 Phone: (909) 624-7876 emptied by the Community Services Department. day. Fax: (916) 558-3160 Fax: (909) 399-0198 Fax: (909) 626-2548 Website: chu.house.gov Website: a41.asmdc.org We recommend that you put out the BLUE recycling container Holidays Observed Senator Kamala D. Harris (D) only when it is full. The City also provides weekly curbside pick- Pick-up will be delayed one day on the holiday and for the remainder 11845 W Olympic Blvd., Ste. 1250W Washington DC Office: P.O. Box 942849 up of your GREEN waste (loose grass and leaves, prunings, weeds, of that week. Los Angeles, CA 90064 2423 Rayburn HOB Sacramento, CA 94249-0041 twigs, and small branches). Please contact the Community Services New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Phone: (310) 231 - 4494 Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (916) 319-2041 Department at (909) 399-5431 to establish sanitation service and to Presidents’ Day Memorial Day Fax (202) 224 - 0357 Phone: (202) 225-5464 Fax: (916) 319-2141 find out your day of collection. Independence Day Labor Day website: harris.senate.gov Fax: (202) 225-5467 Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day Los Angeles County 1st District Bulk Item Pick-Up 112 Hart Senate Office Building State Senator Anthony J. Portantino Supervisor Hilda Solis (D) Each household is entitled to three FREE bulk item pick-up loads per Street Sweeping Program Washington, DC 20510 (D-25th) 856 Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration calendar year, on an appointment basis. To schedule a pick-up, please Street sweeping helps remove debris from the gutter and roadsides Phone: (202) 224-3553 116 E. Broadway, Suite 204 500 W. Temple Street call (909) 399-5431. that would otherwise go into storm drains. To view the street sweeping Fax: (202) 244-2200 Glendale, CA 91205 Los Angeles, CA 90012 schedule, visit the City website at www.claremontca.org. Phone: (818) 409-0400 Phone: (213) 974-4111 E-Waste Door-to-Door Pick-Up Senator Dianne Feinstein (D) Fax: (818) 409-1256 Fax: (213) 613-1739 The City partners with GreenWay Solid Waste & Recycling Inc. 11111 Santa Monica Blvd., Ste. 915 website: www.sd25.senate.ca.gov website: www.hildasolis.org to provide a FREE curbside electronic waste pick-up program. Sanitation Accounts & Billing Sanitation bills can be paid automatically by signing up for the automatic Los Angeles, CA 90025 Electronic waste includes computers, televisions, cell phones, and debit payment plan through the City website at www.claremontca.org Phone: (310) 914-7300 State Capitol Office: East San Gabriel Valley Field Office: other appliances. To schedule a pick-up, please call (909) 518-7943. under Living/Sanitation & Utility Billing or call the Finance Department Fax: (310) 914-7318 State Capitol, Room 3086 1441 N. Santa Anita Avenue at (909) 399-5453. website: feinstein.senate.gov Sacramento, CA 95814 South El Monte, CA 91733 Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Phone: (916) 651-4025 Phone: (626) 350-4500 For more information on how to dispose of your household hazardous 331 Hart Senate Office Building Fax: (916) 651-4925 Fax: (626) 433-4945 waste properly or for a list of collection days, contact the Los Angeles Find out what you can and can not Washington, DC 20510 County Household Hazardous Waste Hotline at (888) 253-2652 or recycle at www.claremontca.org Phone: (202) 224-3841 check their schedule online at www.888cleanLA.com. Fax: (202) 228-3954 5 18 Education Information City & Community Contacts

The Claremont Unified School District Claremont Lincoln University International Montessori Preschool Garner House/Claremont Heritage The City is served by the Claremont Unified School Claremont Lincoln University is a non-profit, regionally 211 E. Arrow Hwy. (909) 399-9222 Chamber of Commerce 205 Yale Avenue 840 N. Indian Hill Boulevard District. The system includes six elementary schools, accredited online graduate university offering master’s Claremont, CA 91711 one intermediate school, two high schools, and one degrees in Social Impact, Interfaith Action and Montessori Academy of Claremont Claremont, CA 91711 560 W. Base Line Road (909) 941-9200 (909) 624-1681 (909) 621-0848 adult school. Total enrollment is about 6,300 students. Organizational Leadership with concentrations in Civic This facility houses the Claremont Heritage. The building is a www.claremontchamber.org The district consistently ranks as one of the top ten in Engagement, Ethics, Healthcare, and Human Resources. former private residence that was constructed during the 1920’s and the State, based upon Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) 250 West First Street, Suite 330 Foothill Country Day School The Claremont Chamber of Commerce can help direct you to local K–8th grade was later donated to the City. For many years, the facility housed the scores. Traditionally, Claremont High School seniors (909) 667-4400 The Seedling School Ages 3 - 5 businesses and provides visitor information. Human Services Department. It was renovated in 2001 and is now a rank in the 90th percentile in the California Assessment 1035 W. Harrison Avenue historic landmark. Program, with over 90 percent of graduating seniors Other Educational Resources (909) 626-5681 going on to higher education. For more information, The City is also home to 16 private schools and Post Office call (909) 398-0609. preschools, including the internationally-known Our Lady of the Assumption School Claremont Post Office – in the Village Webb Schools, which offer college preparatory K-8th grade 140 Harvard Avenue Utilities programs for boys and girls. 611 W. Bonita Avenue (909) 626-7135 Claremont, CA 91711-9998 Water: Golden State Water The Claremont Colleges (800) 999-4033 The Claremont Colleges consist of five undergraduate (909) 625-7161 or (800) 275-8777 Claremont is located within ten miles of California The Children’s School at Claremont www.gswater.com colleges and two graduate schools. With a total of McKenna College 6,700 students and 2,883 faculty and staff members, State Polytechnic University, Pomona; Chaffey Claremont Helen Renwick Library Community College; Citrus Community College; Mt. Ages 2-8 years the colleges form an academic community that is both 654 E. Sixth Street 208 Harvard Avenue Gas: Southern California Gas Company intimate and diverse. Undergraduate degree programs San Antonio Community College; Claremont School (909) 621-8086 Claremont, CA 91711 (800) 427-2200 range from liberal arts to engineering. Graduate of Theology; and the University of La Verne. (909) 621-4902 www.socalgas.com programs include education and management. Western Christian School The Claremont Colleges are: Claremont Private Schools K-8th grade Hours: Electric: Southern California Edison n Claremont McKenna College ABC’s For Me Preschool & Tiny Tots 3105 Padua Avenue (909) 624-8291 Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 1700 Danbury Road (909) 971-3238 (800) 655-4555 n Harvey Mudd College Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. www.sce.com n Webb Schools Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pitzer College Claremont Baptist Nursery School Day & Boarding 9th-12th grade n Pomona College 472 N. Mountain Avenue (909) 624-8873 1175 W. Base Line Road Cable: Spectrum n Scripps College Through computer terminals, patrons have access to the total collec- (909) 626-3587 (866) 874-2389 n Claremont Graduate School (including the Peter F. Claremont United Methodist Nursery School tion of the Los Angeles County Public Library System. This branch Drucker Graduate Management Center) 211 W. Foothill Blvd. (909) 624-8223 Tutor Time offers over 2,000 video rentals, collections of periodicals, books on www.spectrum.com n Keck Graduate Institute K-12 tape, art and music books and materials, large print books, business- For more information on the Claremont Colleges, call Claremont Presbyterian Children’s Center 520 W. Base Line Road related materials, and microfilm files. Phone Service: Frontier (909) 621-8000. 1111 N. Mountain Avenue (909) 626-6261 (909) 399-0081 (800) 921-8101 www.frontier.com 17 6 Civic Information Shopping in Claremont Mills Ave. Mountain Ave. Monte Vista Ave. Towne Ave. Towne Indian Hill Blvd. 7 16 Fire Stations Base Line Rd. Claremont is served by the Los Angeles County Fire Department. There are three fire stations in Claremont. In the event of a major Frequently Called emergency, fire crews from across the county would respond. City Phone Numbers 1. Claremont Promenade 9. Old School House 13 *all numbers are (909) unless otherwise noted 865 S. Indian Hill Blvd. 415 W. Foothill Blvd. Non-emergency number is (323) 881-2411 11 12 9 www.fire.lacounty.gov 6 14 Police/Fire Emergencies ...... ………………… 9-1-1 10 2. 10 Freeway Center South 10. Sprouts Center East Foothill Blvd. Los Angeles County Fire Station No. 62 TT/TTY all departments…….…………..... (800) 735-2929 8 15 3701 N. Mills Avenue City Council/Mayor …………………...... 399-5444 806 S. Indian Hill Blvd. 817 W. Foothill Blvd. City Manager ...……………...…………...... 399-5441 Los Angeles County Fire Station No. 101 Comment Hotline (24-hours-recorded) ...…..... 399-5389 3. 10 Freeway Center North 11. Stater Bros. Center 606 W. Bonita Avenue Business License ...... …………………...... 399-5398 Building Permits & Inspections ……………... 399-5471 710 S. Indian Hill Blvd. 1001 W. Foothill Blvd. Los Angeles County Fire Station No. 102 City Clerk ………………………………...... 399-5460 4th St. 2040 N. Sumner Avenue 5 Community Improvement /Code Enforcement.. 399-5467 4. Peppertree Square 12. Sprouts Center West Bonita Ave. Community Information …………………… 399-5497 300 Indian Hill Blvd. 985 W. Foothill Blvd. Claremont Blvd. Hospitals Engineering …………………………………... 399-5465 2nd St. Pomona Valley Health Medical Center - Urgent Care Fire Department-Business Line………….... (323) 881-8413 1601 Monte Vista Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 Graffiti Removal ………………...………….... 445-7825 5. Claremont Village 13. North Hills Towne Square 1st St. Housing Programs ………………………...... 399-5470 (909) 865-9977 1330 Towne Ave. Impound Lot (30-Day Impounds)…………..…... 399-5400 www.pvhmc.org Job Hotline (24 hours - recorded) ………...... 399-5351 6. College Center Maintenance (Park, Tree & Street) ………...... 399-5431 14. Shops on Foothill 663 Foothill Blvd. Arrow Hwy. Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center Oak Park Cemetery …………………………... 399-5487 601 E. Foothill Blvd. 4 Parking Overnight Exemptions ………… ...... 399-5415 1798 North Garey Avenue, Pomona, CA 91767 Police Non-Emergency ………………...... 399-5411 7. Claremont Heights Center (909) 865-9500 Planning …………………………………...... 399-5470 2050 Mills Ave. 15. Retail Shops 3 www.pvhmc.org Recreation & Classes ...... 399-5490 Foothill Blvd. Refuse/Sanitation Billing …………..………… 399-5453 8. Claremont Square 10 Freeway Refuse/Sanitation Services …………..……...... 399-5431 San Antonio Regional Hospital Senior Citizen Information …………………… 399-5488 926 W. Foothill Blvd. 16. Sycamore Hills Plaza 2 999 San Bernardino Road, Upland, CA 91786 Youth Activity Center………………………… 399-5360 Base Line Rd./210 Fwy. Auto Center Dr. TRACKS Activity Center….…….....……...... 399-5378 (909) 985-2811 1 www.sarh.org N 16 7 Map not to scale Business Police Department

Obtaining an Overnight Claremont Police Station Parking (ONP) Exemption Community Patrol Volunteer 570 W. Bonita Avenue If you have to park on the street between the Members assist the Police Department by conducting home vacation checks, issuing (909) 399-5411 hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m., you can apply for an handicapped parking citations in the business The Claremont Police Station houses the ONP Exemption up to 60 days in advance. Each Business Resources Shopping & Dining household is entitled to three ONP Exemptions per areas, controlling traffic, acting as couriers Claremont welcomes new businesses and has a fond In Claremont, you will find an eclectic mix of retail stores, City’s Police Department and City jail. It between City departments, maintaining patrol is open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. month. You can apply for your ONP Exemption appreciation for those businesses already located including unique arts and crafts, clothing, gifts, and vintage online at www.claremontpd.com or by calling the equipment, performing clerical duties, assisting with crossing guard duties, and helping with within the City. In addition, the Claremont Chamber of boutiques. Claremont features a wide range of wonderful Police Station. Telephone exemption requests will Police Department only be accepted between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. special events. Commerce is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the shopping opportunities throughout the City. The Claremont Police Department consists daily by calling (909) 399-5411 or (909) 399-5415. prosperity, civic vitality, and general well-being of the of a total of 40 sworn police officers, three Online Exemption requests will only be accepted Police Explorers Post sworn reserve police officers, 22 non- until 3:30 a.m., the morning of the exemption Under the auspices of Learning for Life, business community, as well as individual residents. Whether shopping in the charming Village or the explorers assist the department through sworn employees, 12 part-time employees, request. comprehensive retail centers located in the City, you will traffic and crowd control, clerical duties, and over 30 volunteers. The Department Claremont’s Economic Development team, comprised find just what you are looking for in Claremont. Stroll Community Emergency crossing guards, routine maintenance of patrol is administered by Chief of Police, Shelly equipment, and special events. of City staff and consultants, assists the business around the Packing House; shop in the Claremont Forum Vander Veen. There are various units and Response Team (CERT) Bookshop; stop by the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden; The Police Department coordinates a 20-hour community and the future development of the City by bureaus that are supervised by either a training session, which covers preparing the Reserve Police Officer Program providing a variety of services and programs. These sign up for an art, cooking, or fitness workshop - everything lieutenant or sergeant. home and family for an emergency, suppressing Reserve officers are utilized primarily as a include active business retention programs, funding of in Claremont is unusual and unique. fires, performing triage, providing basic medical second officer in a patrol unit, to assist with Police Website assessment and treatment, conducting light search traffic, crowd control, and special event visitor promotion activities provided by the Chamber and rescue, responding to terrorism, and coping functions. Claremont is not only a place to visit stores, but also a place www.claremontpd.com of Commerce, small business assistance programs, and Learn more about the Police Department’s with post-emergency trauma. The final session marketing programs. to enjoy a relaxing massage, spa day, or hair treatment at one includes an emergency exercise to simulate a Prescription Drug Drop-Off public safety services, community outreach The Police Department offers a safe and secure of the City’s 40 spas. efforts, and volunteer opportunities by disaster response. The Police Department also trains CERT members on how to evacuate drop box for prescription medicines in the lob- visiting their website. The mission of the Economic Development team is to neighborhoods, direct traffic, and give a refresher by of the Police Station. encourage a healthy economic base in the community by Spending time dining in Claremont can be as casual as on the City’s geography. After completing Neighborhood E-Watch enhancing current commercial/industrial operations and ordering a coffee or ice cream or as upscale as an elegant the program, participants may become CERT and intimate evening for two at the assortment of fine Newsletter & Alerts members. facilitating new commercial development. The Claremont Police Department In an Emergency, restaurants. Claremont also offers numerous restaurants provides an electronic newsletter with When the City is faced with an emergency, with extensive beer and wine lists. With over 50 restaurants, safety updates and e-mail alerts about the CERT team will be activated to assist with call 9-1-1. dining in Claremont is just a matter of picking your favorite suspicious activity in your neighborhood. emergency response and recovery. cuisine. 15 8 Transportation City Commissions

Claremont Depot Dial-a-Ride Commissioners are appointed by the City Council for up to changes, subdivision maps, and variances. The Planning 200 W. First Street (909) 623-0183 four years. A current listing of all members and applications Commission meets the first and third Tuesday of each month The Claremont Depot is a historical building constructed The general public service operates from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for serving on a Commission are available through the City at 7:00 p.m. in the early 1900’s. The building was restored and Monday through Friday, and 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Clerk’s Office and City website. reopened in 1993. This multi-faceted project combines Claremont Dial-a-Ride is also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week The Police Commission reviews and comments on police The Architectural Commission typically reviews site and department policies, procedures, and practices, and assists improved transportation, historic preservation, cultural for seniors, disabled persons, and youth under the age of 16. architectural plans for commercial, industrial, institutional, and in setting goals for the department that reflect community enhancement, and economic development. The Depot some residential projects to ensure that proposed developments values. This commission also provides a public forum to houses the Claremont Museum of Art. Group Van Service: Claremont Dial-a-Ride ac- Dial-a-Ride Fare Fare are in conformance with City codes and aesthetic standards. address concerns, complaints, and commendations regarding The Architectural Commission meets the second and fourth the police department. The Police Commission meets bi- cepts advance reservations, Structure Commuters may load trains or buses at the Depot. Parking Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. monthly. Please visit the City website for meeting dates. is available at the lot on First Street and College Avenue. and regularly scheduled trip General/Youth $2.50 requests from groups of six Senior/Disabled $1.50 The Community and Human Services Commission advises The Traffic and Transportation Commission reviews Foothill Transit or more. If you would like to Outside of City/General $4.00 the City Council on matters of maintenance of City property and comments on the traffic impacts of major development (626) 967-3417 schedule transportation for a Seniors & Disabled $2.50 and makes recommendations on development, improvement, proposals. This includes traffic circulation plans, public The bus system within the City of Claremont is operated group of six or more, please After Hours and maintenance of City parks, buildings, sanitation, streets, transportation, and similar items referred to the commission and street trees. It also makes recommendations to the City by the City Council or other commissions. The Traffic and by Foothill Transit. TAP cards may be purchased and call at least 72 hours in ad- Seniors/Disabled $2.50 Council on issues such as the needs and problems of youth, Transportation Commission meets the fourth Thursday of reloaded at Claremont City Hall, 207 Harvard Avenue. vance of your desired trip. Riders Under 16 $4.00 For van reservations, call seniors and the disabled, recreation, housing, and government- each month at 7:00 p.m. www.foothilltransit.org Second Rider $1.00 (909) 596-5964. Reserva- community relations. The Community and Human Services Commission meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 Unless otherwise specified, all meetings are held in the tions are subject to vehicle Group Service $1.00 Metrolink p.m. Council Chamber located at 225 W. Second Street. The availability. 800-371-LINK(5465) public is welcome to attend these meetings. Rail transportation is provided at the Claremont station The Planning Commission advises the City Council on all Get About by Metrolink. Tickets may be purchased at the platform. matters dealing with the present and future development of For more information about City Commissions, visit the Door-to-door service for seniors and disabled persons www.metrolinktrains.com the City, in accordance with the values and goals defined in City website at www.claremontca.org or call the City Clerk within the cities of Claremont, La Verne, and San Dimas. the City’s General Plan. This includes reviewing, approving, at (909) 399-5460. Special tickets are required. To register for Get About, call or recommending City Council approval of requests for zone (909) 621-9900. To schedule a ride, call (909) 596-5964. 9 14 Elected Officials City Facilities

Alexander Hughes Community Center City Yard The City Council TERM OF OFFICE 1700 Danbury Road 1616 Monte Vista Avenue (909) 399-5490 (909) 399-5431 All elected officers hold office for terms of four years or until their M-Th 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. M-Th 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. MEMBERS TERM EXPIRES successors are elected. Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Community Services Department performs Maintenance, Solid Corey Calaycay 2020 Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Waste, and Motor Fleet functions for the City. Jed Leano 2022 This facility houses the Human Services Department Administrative ELECTIONS staff, class programs, and meeting rooms for non-profit groups Joslyn Center Ed Reece 2022 City Councilmembers are elected by geographically defined and youth sports. Scholarships for our programs are available for 660 N. Mountain Avenue Larry Schroeder 2020 districts, each for four-year terms. The elections coincide with the qualified residents. There are also a number of services available at (909) 399-5488 the Hughes Center. www.claremontseniors.org Jennifer Stark 2022 Statewide General Election, held in November of even-numbered M-F 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. years. Voters must be registered 15 days prior to an election in Blaisdell Community Center This facility accommodates the Claremont Senior Program. Lunch is THE MAYOR order to vote in that election. Registration forms are available at 440 S. College Avenue served to seniors each weekday. This facility is also frequently used for (909) 399-5367 activities, classes, volunteer opportunities, and social services. The Mayor is selected by the City Council and serves for a one- City Hall, the Claremont Library, and the Claremont Post Office. M-F 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. year term. The Mayor has the same voting power as any other This satellite facility to the Joslyn Center is located in Blaisdell Park Taylor Hall Councilmember. The Mayor presides at Council meetings, Officials Appointed by the City Council and is home to senior activities and lunch program. The building 1775 N. Indian Hill Boulevard provides seating for up to 50 people using round tables and chairs (909) 399-5490 represents the City in intergovernmental relationships, appoints City Manager Tara Schultz and is available for rentals. This large conference/meeting facility is used by various community members of advisory committees, facilitates communication City Attorney Alisha Patterson groups for meetings and activities. No private rentals. and understanding between elected and appointed officials, Claremont City Hall Youth Activity Center (YAC) and assists the Council in setting goals and advocating policy Officials Appointed by the City Manager 207 Harvard Avenue (909) 399-5460 1717 N. Indian Hill Boulevard decisions. Interim Assistant City Manager Chris Paulson M-Th 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (909) 399-5363 City Clerk Shelley Desautels Closed Fridays M-F 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. This facility serves as the free, drop-in teen center for the City. Built in Community Development Director Brad Johnson This facility is the primary administrative facility for City COUNCIL MEETINGS government. It is occupied by three major City departments: the 1960s and completely remodeled in 1994, the building is open daily The City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each Interim Community Services Director Jeremy Swan Administrative Services, Community Development, and the Finance to Claremont teens. It offers a game room, music studio, workshops, month at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber, 225 Human Services Director Anne Turner Department. Frequent evening meetings are conducted in the City volunteer opportunities, and more. Finance Director Adam Pirrie Council Chamber. W. Second Street. All meetings are open to the public, except TRACKS Activity Center (TAC) special closed sessions which deal with personnel issues, real Police Chief Shelly Vander Veen Claremont Police Station 665 N. Mountain Avenue on the El Roble Campus property negotiations, and other legal matters. 570 W. Bonita Avenue (909) 399-5378 (909) 399-5411 M/T/TH/F 2:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This facility houses the City’s Police Department and City jail. It is Wednesdays 1:25 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. open 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. This facility serves as a free, drop-in activity center for teens in the 7th- 8th grades. It provides games, workshops, a computer lab, volunteer opportunities, and more. 13 10 Griffith Park (K) 1800 Woodbend Drive Located at the northwest corner of the City, adjacent to Sumner Community Parks School, Griffith Park is home to the Claremont Juniors Baseball League. Other amenities include a basketball court, soccer field, picnic area, and playgroud.

Higginbotham Park/Sycamore Canyon (G) 600 N. Mt. Carmel Drive Located in the northern part of the City, this park is used primarily for passive recreation. It contains a playground area and serves as a rest stop along the Thompson Creek Trail and provides access to Sycamore Canyon Trail.

Jaeger Park (E) Claremont Hills Wilderness Park 5-mile loop Monticello Road and Sweetbriar Drive This large neighborhood park is nestled in the northeastern section of Rancho San Jose Park (U) the City, north of Miramar Avenue, and west of Mills Avenue. It is the 660 W. San Jose Avenue site of frequent organized soccer games, an innovative playground, This park is a small neighborhood park located on San Jose Avenue, and a family picnic area. west of Indian Hill Boulevard. It is 1.3-acres. The park includes a picnic area, basketball court, playground, and an off-leash dog area. June Vail Park (D) Grand Avenue and Bluefield Drive Rosa Torrez Park (O) Located in the northeastern corner of the City, this park contains an 800 W. First Street equestrian ring, large playground, soccer field, and softball diamond. Located at the west end of First Street, Rosa Torrez Park is the City’s newest neighborhood park. The park includes a picnic area and La Puerta Sports Park (F) passive recreation area to enjoy. 2430 N. Indian Hill Boulevard La Puerta Sports Park is built on land leased from the Claremont Shelton Park (P) 300 N. Harvard Avenue Chaparral Park (H) Unified School District. It is used nearly year-round by organized Claremont Parks This pocket park is located in the City’s downtown Village shopping 1899 N. Mills Avenue soccer groups within the City. The letter following the name of each facility indicates its location on district. The park includes the CLU Community stage, a venue for This small neighborhood park, west of Mills Avenue, south of Base the map located on the back cover. concerts and events. The park is also home to a sculpture by Claremont Line Road and adjacent to Chaparral School, is used primarily for Larkin Park (L) artist John Fisher. Blaisdell Park (S) passive recreation. 660 N. Mountain Avenue Home of the Joslyn Center, this large park is located east of Claremont’s 440 S. College Avenue Thompson Creek Trail (G) Claremont Hills Wilderness Park (A) El Roble Intermediate School and serves as the community’s base for This park is located in the southeast corner of the City. It houses the Far north end of Indian Hill Boulevard 4031 N. Mills Avenue senior activities. Blaisdell Community Center and serves hot lunches to seniors through This linear park lies on the northern end of the City. It runs parallel This 2,378-acre wilderness park in the foothills of the San Gabriel the City’s Senior Program. It contains a playground accessible to to the Thompson Creek flood control channel from Sumner to Mills Mountains is located north of the intersection of Mt. Baldy Road and Lewis Park (J) individuals with disabilities, tennis court, picnic facilities, a softball Avenues. The trail is paved and popular with walkers, runners, and Mills Avenue in north Claremont. The terrain is steep and rugged 881 Syracuse Drive diamond, and a large court for basketball. cyclists. The native vegetation that grows along the trail adds to the with hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. Dogs are allowed on This neighborhood park is located south of the Alexander Hughes feeling of “being out of the City” for the users of the trail. The 2.8- a leash. Park hours and parking lot hours change monthly. Parking Community Center. It contains a playground, picnic facilities, soccer Blaisdell Preserve (C) mile trail is accessible from many points along its route including Base permits are required in the parking lots adjacent to the park. Daily field, and two basketball courts. Grand Avenue and New Orleans Court Line Road, Higginbotham Park (G), North Indian Hill Boulevard, permits are available for purchase onsite and annual passes may be This passive neighborhood park features turf areas, natural plantings several cul-de-sacs and Pomello Drive. The park has a parking lot purchased at the Alexander Hughes Community Center. Resident Mallows Park (N) around the perimeter and a decomposed granite walking path. Park located on North Indian Hill Boulevard across from La Puerta Sports parking permits are also available at no charge with proof of residency 520 N. Indian Hill Boulevard visitors may want to bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic. Blaisdell Park. Preserve is 7.4 acres. (limit two per household). Mallows Park, the City’s oldest park, is located on the northeast corner of Indian Hill Boulevard and Harrison Avenue. Wheeler Park (T) College Park/Pooch Park (R) Cahuilla Park/Guthrie Skate Park (I) 626 Vista Drive 100 S. College Avenue Memorial Park (M) 1717 N. Indian Hill Boulevard This park is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood, south of Located south of the Metrolink tracks, off College Avenue, this park is 840 N. Indian Hill Boulevard This park is located north of Claremont High School, west of Indian Hill Arrow Highway and west of Indian Hill Boulevard. This park the home of Claremont Little League and contains three Little League Centrally located on Indian Hill Boulevard, Memorial Park is Boulevard. It is one of the City’s largest parks and contains the Youth contains the City’s only roller hockey rink and pickleball court. There baseball diamonds, along with a playground. This park contains the Claremont’s primary community park. It contains the historic Garner Activity Center (YAC), Taylor Hall, and Guthrie Skate Park. Taylor is a basketball court, a large playground, group picnic areas, and a Pooch Park, a large off-leash area where dogs are allowed to run free. House, the current home of Claremont Heritage. Memorial Park is the Hall is a large building used for meetings, classes, and is available for softball diamond. rent. The 7,000 square foot skate park has plenty of open cement to site for many community events, such as the annual Fourth of July traverse and various ledges, rails, and street obstacles. Helmet, knee El Barrio Park (Q) celebration, and summer concerts in the park. pads, and elbow pads are required. Cahuilla Park is frequently used 400 block of Claremont Boulevard Dogs are not allowed in City parks Padua Avenue Park (B) for community events, such as the City’s teen concerts, adult sports Located on the eastern City boundary, this 1.8-acre park was once except the Pooch Park, Rancho San Jose 4200 Padua Avenue leagues, and large group picnics. In the summer, the park is the site of owned by Claremont McKenna College. In 2002, after a master plan Park, Wilderness Park, and Thompson the Camp Claremont day camp. for the neighborhood was finalized between Claremont McKenna The park opened in 2010 and is used by numerous soccer associations. College and the City of Claremont, the title of the land was transferred The park is 24 acres with 17 acres of developed park area. It includes Creek Trail. to the City of Claremont. a soccer field, fitness course, walking trail, and restrooms. 11 12