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City Of Fontana

8353 Sierra Avenue
909-350-7600

About Us

The City of Fontana is located in southern California, in the USA. We sit at the intersection of two major freeways. Metrolink rail service to the greater Los Angeles area runs through the center of town, and we are only 10 minutes away from Ontario International Airport.

The present population is estimated at 177,352 (2006 year-end estimate). The City's incorporated area is 36 square miles, with a sphere of influence of 56 square miles.

The City of Fontana was incorporated in 1952. There are currently 39 park/recreation locations available to use within the City. Many classes and sports programs are available and 23 other sports organizations are currently active in the City.

Vision Statement:

"Fontana is a dynamic, thriving community that supports education, growth, safety and a positive community fabric. Our community is creating the opportunities that encourage social and economic investment."

Recent News

City's Community Services Department Host's 2nd Annual Job Application Workshop February 3, 2024

City's Community Services Department Hosts 2nd Annual Job Application Workshop February 3, 2024 FONTANA, CA (Jan. 2, 2024) - The City of Fontana’s Community Services Department is hiring for the 2024 summer season. Potential applicants are…

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Vendor Registration for City of Fontana's Jazz Fest: A Black History Celebration is Open!

Fontana, CA - The City of Fontana announces vendor registration for the 2024 Jazz Fest: A Black History Celebration is now open. Join the City of Fontana as we celebrate black culture, jazz and education with live music, art, dance,…

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City of Fontana 11th Annual Let's Move on the Trail Health & Safety Expo Returns with Family Activities, Games, Food and Health Resources

FONTANA, CA (Sept. 14, 2023) – Healthy Fontana is excited to bring its yearly event, the Let’s Move on the Trail Health & Safety Expo, to the Fontana community on Saturday, October 14, 2023, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Miller Park (17004…

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Fontana Youth are Invited to Participate in the 2023 Dr. Charles Koehler Veterans Day Writing and Art Contest

Fontana Youth are Invited to Participate in the 2023 Dr. Charles Koehler Veterans Day Writing and Art Contest Entries Due October 20, 2023 Fontana, CA - The City of Fontana invites the youth to be a part of the 2023 Dr. Charles Koehler Veterans…

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City of Fontana - International Street Artist Tysen Knight Opens Fontana's 2023 Fall Artist Showcase

International Street Artist Tysen Knight Opens Fontana's 2023 Fall Artist Showcase (Fontana, Calif. – Sept. 11, 2023) – The City of Fontana is excited to announce its Fall Featured Artist Showcase Exhibitor, Tysen Knight. Tysen Knight…

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City of Fontana News - Casting Call for Kids and Teens

Casting Call for Kids & Teens Annie Jr. Auditions set for Thursday, Aug. 17 Fontana, CA - Having a "Hard-Knock Life?" Turn it around by auditioning for Annie Jr.! The City of Fontana’s Youth Community Theater invites talented youth…

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City of Fontana Celebrates July as Park and Recreation Month!

City of Fontana Celebrates July as Park and Recreation Month Month-long celebration highlights the impact parks and recreation has on the Fontana community. Fontana, Calif. – (July 6, 2023) – This July, join the City of Fontana for…

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City Of Fontana News - June 28, 2023

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City Welcomes 2023 Summer Artist Showcase Exhibitor Shalla Javid

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Fontana Annual Community Health and Resource Fair, June 23

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City Of Fontana - Summer Concert Series 2023

Fontana’s 2023 Summer Concert Series is Set to Deliver an Energetic Mix of Live Bands Fontana, CA - The City of Fontana Community Services Department’s free outdoor concert series is back with an incredible lineup, kicking off June 8…

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Beat the Heat This Summer at the City’s Community Pools and Exciting Pool Events

Beat the Heat This Summer at the City’s Community Pools and Exciting Pool Events Fontana, CA – Beat the heat this summer and take advantage of the City of Fontana Community Services Department’s many aquatics programs and pool…

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Fontana's Summer Camp Registration Opens April 1

Fontana Summer Camps are almost here, and the City of Fontana is ready to offer families eight fun, diverse camps designed to foster self-confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Camp pricing starts at $105 per weekly session which includes daily lunch…

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City of Fontana News - March is National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month Food is more than nutrients; food is energy. It keeps bones growing and one's heart, brain, and muscles going. Our body needs 5 main food groups to function: protein, grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy. So,…

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City Of Fontana News - March 2023

The Fontana Car Show returns to Fontana! The City of Fontana welcomes the Fontana Car Show back to the community, this Friday, March 3. The Fontana Car Show is held at Civic Center Campus (8353 Sierra Avenue) from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The…

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City Of Fontana - New Mobile Home Repair Program For Fontana Residents

City of Fontana's Mobile Home Repair Program The City of Fontana is pleased to announce a new program for those who own and live in their mobile homes within the City of Fontana. Residents who qualify are able to receive up to $25,000 for repairs…

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Fontana City Council Appoints Captain Michael Dorsey As Chief Of Police

The Fontana City Council is pleased to announce that Captain Michael Dorsey has been selected to succeed Chief Green as its next Chief of Police, effective March 13. As Chief, Dorsey will direct all police department operations of both sworn and…

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City Of Fontana News - February 13, 2023

South Fontana Sports Park Grand Opening Saturday, March 4, 2023 | 8:30 AM The long-awaited South Fontana Sports Park grand opening is just around the corner! Come out and enjoy the beautiful outdoor space, complete with multiple artificial turf…

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City Of Fontana : Spring Street Night Market Seeks Vendors

The City of Fontana is excited to bring back the popular event Spring Street Night Market and is in search of food and novelty vendors for this event scheduled for Friday, March 17, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Spring Street between Sierra Avenue…

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City Of Fontana Updates - February 6, 2023

Mayor Monday In this week's episode of Mayor Monday, Mayor Warren announces Fontana's recent award of $4 million that will be used towards the City's commitment to combating homelessness. Watch the episode here. For questions email…

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Casting Call For Kids And Teens Disney And Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins Jr. Auditions Set For Thursday, Feb. 16

Oh, supercalifragilisticexpialidocious ! The City of Fontana’s Community Services Department is excited to announce its Spring Production, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, Jr. Local talented youth from ages 7-18 are invited…

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City Of Fontana Eats

The City of Fontana is proud to announce that it has launched the new Fontana Eats Program. The program provides eligible Fontana households a pre-paid card that can be used to purchase food at any Fontana grocer or restaurant. The goal of the…

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City Of Fontana : Part-Time Hiring Underway in City's Parks and Recreation Programs

Fontana, California, (January 10, 2023) - The City of Fontana Community Services Department is hiring part-time staff for summer programming. Come and join an amazing team of recreation staff and work in our parks and recreation facilities while…

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City of Fontana Updates: Mayor January 9, 2023

Astronomy Night The City of Fontana invites you and your family to enjoy a night of astronomy at the Mary Vagle Center (11501 Cypress Ave.) Astronomy Night will take place on Saturday, January 21, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. This free event…

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Fontana Receives Distinguished Pro-Housing Designation

On Dec 15th, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the cities of Citrus Heights, Fontana, Oakland, Roseville, San Diego, and West Sacramento earned the state’s coveted Prohousing Designation. …

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City of Fontana Newsletter - December 2022

Get Ready for Christmas in Fontana! Mark your calendars and join the City of Fontana at the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. This event will take place on Thursday, December 1 at City Hall (8353 Sierra Ave.) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The holidays…

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City of Fontana : Kaiser Permanente Awards Healthy Fontana for a Second Time in a Row to Support Mental Health Awareness

FONTANA,CA (November 17, 2022) - The City of Fontana is proud to announce that the Healthy Fontana Program has been selected to continue efforts around mental health awareness through 'The Awareness Project' funded by Kaiser's Community Health…

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City Of Fontana's Jazz Fest : A Black History Month Celebration Vendor Registration Now Open

The City of Fontana invites you to apply to be a vendor at the 2023 Jazz Fest: A Black History Month Celebration. This annual event is the perfect opportunity for local businesses to promote Black culture, jazz and education through art, music,…

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City Of Fontana : Hosts Free Community Open Enrollment Health Fair

Fontana, Calif. (October 5, 2022) – The City of Fontana, Fontana Community Senior Center invites the community to attend the Fontana Community Open Enrollment Health Fair on Friday, October 21, 2022 to gain valuable information on health and…

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City of Fontana Updates - October 3, 2022

Passport Services Have Resumed The City of Fontana is now offering passport services by appointment only. Walk in services are no longer provided. Please arrive with the following documents when arriving to your appointment: - Original…

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City Of Fontana - Celebrate Halloween Festivities In Fontana

Fontana, Calif. (September 28, 2022) – The City of Fontana invites you and your family to celebrate the month of October with some exciting Halloween festivities. There will be lots of thrills and excitement with our events for all ages,…

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City Of Fontana - Calling All Creative Youth: What Does Veterans Day Mean To You

Fontana, Calif. (Sept. 19, 2022) - The City of Fontana invites the youth of our community to be a part of the 2022 Dr. Charles Koehler Writing and Art Contest. The top three winners of each contest receive recognition at this year's event, which…

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City Of Fontana Community Service Department E-Newsletter - September 2022

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on September 17 Join the city of Fontana in celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. "La Gran Fiesta"…

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City Of Fontana News Fontana Awarded $1.2M By The U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development (HUD)

The Federal Government is taking notice of Fontana’s homelessness prevention efforts. On August 23, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced the reallocation amounts for a total of 62 Emergency Solutions Grants…

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City Of Fontana : FREE Community Walk And Resource Fair Next Saturday, August 13

Miller Park Amphitheater | 17004 Arrow Blvd. | Fontana, CA 92335 Mark your calendars for this FREE Family Friendly Event happening next week! Healthy Fontana is excited to celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Fontana Walks program next…

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City Of Fontana Community Service Department E-Newsletter - August 1, 2022

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City Of Fontana News Fontana Awarded $2.7million For Family Challenge Grant

The City of Fontana Housing Department is proud to announce it has been awarded the Family Homeless Challenge Grant of $2.7 million by the California Interagency Council on Homelessness. The grant funds will be used over a period of four years to…

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City Of Fontana Updates: Mayor Monday, Drought Mitigation, Mayor's Education Coalition And Volunteer Park Clean-Up

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City of Fontana News - Don't Miss our Family Fun Summer Events and Activities

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Healthy Fontana Newsletter : July Is UV Protection Month

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City Of Fontana - Arts Festival Returns to Fontana Park July 30

Fontana, Calif., (June 30, 2022) — The wait is over! The City of Fontana Community Services Department is pleased to announce that the Fontana Arts Festival is back. This family-friendly event will take place Saturday, July 30, 2022, at…

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City Of Fontana : Live Music and a Movie Highlight the City's Newest Summer Event, Family Fun Nights

Fontana, Calif., (June 13, 2022) — The City of Fontana is in for a fun-filled summer! Mark your calendars for Family Fun Nights, coming to a neighborhood park near you. This family-friendly event will take place select Saturdays in June and…

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City of Fontana Updates: Mayor Monday, Firework Safety, Park Clean-Up and Caltrans Active Transportation Program Survey

Say No to Illegal Fireworks As the Fourth of July holiday approaches the City of Fontana in collaboration with the San Bernardino County Fire Department would like to remind its residents about the zero-tolerance policy when it comes to illegal…

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Healthy Fontana Newsletter: June is Men's Health Month

"Men Need Nutrition, Counseling, and Health Classes Just As Much As Women." Around the world, people are celebrating men this month as part of Men's Health Month. Did you know that 1 in 2 men are diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime compared…

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City Of Fontana News - Enjoy June in Fontana

Summer Concerts Return to Miller Park Amphitheater Grab your lawn chairs, lace up your dancing shoes, and join us every Thursday night to dance under the stars. The City of Fontana Community Services Department is excited to announce that 2022…

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City Of Fontana - Call For Artists And Artisans For Fontana's Biggest Art Festival Of The Year

Fontana, Calif., (May 26, 2022) — The City of Fontana Cultural Arts division announces a call for artists for its annual Fontana Arts Festival. This family-friendly event will take place Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Fontana Park, located at…

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Fontana Summer Concerts Return To Miller Park Amphitheater

Fontana, California (May 24, 2022) - The City of Fontana Community Services Department is excited to announce that 2022 Summer Concerts will be making their way back to Miller Park Amphitheater (17002 Arrow Blvd) starting Thursday, June 9. This…

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