Fontana was dedicated as a townsite in 1913 but became incorporated on June 25, 1952. Fontana is in western San Bernardino County, and it is the second-largest city in the county. For more information about Fontana, visit fontana.org.
Local Elected Officials
Fontana City Council, 8353 Sierra Avenue, Fontana 909-350-7600
Mayor Acquanetta Warren; Council Members Peter Garcia, Jesus “Jesse” Sandoval, John Roberts, Phillip Cothran; City Clerk Germaine Key; City Treasurer Janet Koehler-Brooks
Fontana School Board, 9680 Citrus Avenue, Fontana 909-357-7600
Board President Marcelino “Mars” Serna, Board Vice President Adam Perez and Board Members Joe Armendarez, Jennifer Quezada, Mary Sandoval and Student Board Member Adriana-Rene Humber.
Fontana Community Services Department
The Fontana Community Services Department coordinates activities at numerous facilities throughout the city. These activities include cultural arts, recreational, educational and
healthy living programs. The facilities and their programs can be reached by calling these numbers:
• Fontana Expanded Learning Program hotline: 909-3506585
• Fontana Park Aquatic Center: 909-854-5111
• Art Depot Gallery: 909-3496975
• Cypress Neighborhood Center: 909-349-6988
• Don Day Neighborhood Center: 909-349-6997
• Fontana Community Senior Center: 909-854-5151
• Heritage Neighborhood Center: 909-349-6968
• Jack Bulik Center: 909-3496984
• Jessie Turner Health and Fitness Community Center: 909-854-5100
• KFON Channel 3 Studio: 909-3496928
• Mary Vagle Nature Center: 909-349-6994
• Miller Fitness Center: 909-3496972
• Sports Hotline: 909-428-8864
COUNTY NUMBERS
The Community Services Department’s main office is located at 16860 Valencia Avenue. For more information, call 909-349-6900 or visit fontanarecreation.org.
Health care in San Bernardino County Medical Centers:
Auditor and Controller Recorder: 909-387-8322 or 866-227-3880
Marriage licenses, fictitious business names, notary, other registrations, birth, death, marriage certificates, recording services sbcounty.gov/acr
Birth and Death Records: 909-3818990
Vital Statistics Office: events occurring in the current year and the
A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
Dear Fontana Residents, Welcome to Our Town. It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Our Town. The city of Fontana has achieved remarkable milestones this year. Stage Red now brings vibrant new entertainment to the heart of our city — most recently hosting the legendary musicians Travis Barker, Sammy Haggar and Jay Buchanan. We have completed the first of two downtown parking structures which will help to support our downtown business community. We also opened The Path — Fontana’s homeless prevention resource center — and proudly hosted the second annual Business Summit to support our food-based entrepreneurs.
These accomplishments are nothing short of extraordinary.
In Fontana, we are united by our deep sense of community — a shared commitment to something greater than ourselves. We call it “Fontana Together.” It’s woven into everything we do: the connections we build, the investments we make in our infrastructure, and the support we extend to our businesses and residents alike. Every milestone we reach and every
improvement we achieve is made possible by your continued dedication, collaboration, and pride in our city.
Together, we have taken significant strides to reimagine community. I am filled with gratitude for the collaborative spirit that defines Fontana. Our collective efforts have not only propelled our fast-growing city forward but have transformed it into a magnetic force — attracting exceptional businesses, residents and opportunities.
I want to extend my heartfelt appre-
ciation to our residents, businesses, educators, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based communities. It is truly an honor to call you my colleagues, partners and friends.
As I reflect on this past year, I am deeply thankful for everyone who has helped move Fontana forward. You have embraced the responsibility of progress — offering your time in focus groups, participating in park cleanups, volunteering at events, supporting programs, and leaning in wholeheartedly to strengthen our region. Together, we continue to shape Fontana’s bright and promising future.
Because of your efforts and commitment, together we have realized several amazing milestones, accomplishments, and game-changing moments:
Jan.-Sept. 2025:
• Issued 4,300 building permits, of which 650 — Single Family Dwellings, 105 — Multifamily Dwellings
• Repaired or reconstructed more than 81,400 square feet of sidewalk
• Maintained 230 traffic signal and devices
• Responded to over 19,575 calls for fire service
COUNTY NUMBERS
previous year.
California Employment Development Department: Unemployment claims, search job listings, training opportunities edd.ca.gov
California State Attorney General Consumer Protection ag.ca.gov
Community Action Partnership: 909-723-1500
Foodbank, motel vouchers, transportation, utility and weatherization assistance: capsbc.org
• Handled more than 127,434 police department calls for service
• Recovered $22.8 million in stolen property
• Cleaned 1.9 million linear feet of sewer lines
• Repaired 4,680 potholes
These accomplishments are just a glimpse of what we’ve achieved together. I encourage each of you to explore our Annual Report to see, in greater detail, the results of your city dollars at work. I know you will gain an even deeper appreciation for the dedication and efficiency that drive our collective success.
Here we are in 2025 — and I am so grateful to be standing here with you, continuing our shared journey toward a stronger, safer and more connected Fontana. Together, we will keep building a city that truly embodies the belief that we are all part of something bigger than ourselves.
Office of Homeless Services: 909-3877448 sbcounty.gov/ohs
Public Administrator: 909-387-6249
Estate management for deceased without executors, estate property sales: mypublicadministrator.com
Registrar of Voters: 909-387-8300 sbcountyelections.com
With gratitude,
Acquanetta Warren Fontana Mayor
Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren is proud of Fontana’s bright and promising future. (City of Fontana/Submitted)
If you are looking for a church to call home, we want to
Water of Life Community Church!
We are committed to helping people discover a living relationship with a loving God that is deeply satisfying and purposeful. We are passionate about reaching and teaching kids to grow as followers of Jesus. We believe God is doing a restorative and world-changing work in the lives of our young people. No matter what phase you are at in life, now is the time to get connected and grow together.
We look forward to meeting you!
LOCATION
Fontana Campus 7625 East Avenue, Fontana, CA 92336
SERVICE TIMES
Saturday at 5:00pm Sunday at 8:00am, 9:45am & 11:45am
Agua de Vida—Servicios en Español Sunday at 9:45am & 11:45am
To help plan your first visit to Water of Life, scan the QR code or visit our website at wateroflifecc.org. We’ll let you know where to park and help you navigate the campus. We also want to bless you with a welcome gift. And while you’re here, be sure to stop by and see what our Café and Bookstore have to offer!
• Our exceptional and Biblically integrated curriculum
• Spiritual development through chapel, Bible class and outreach
• Technology-rich learning
• iPad® learning and Chromebooks
• Small class sizes
• Choir, band, art and sports
• Full-day kindergarten program
• Accredited by ACSI and WASC
Please
ADDRESSING HOMELESSNESS
Hope into Action: Fontana’s fight against homelessness
BY MAYOR ACQUANETTA WARREN Herald News Contributor
Addressing homelessness is not a individual sprint—it’s a relay. It takes endurance, trust, and seamless coordination among partners who are committed to passing the baton with purpose and precision. In Fontana, we are running that race — together — and making real progress.
Our Homeless Solutions Action Plan is more than just a policy document. It is a citywide commitment — a bold, compassionate roadmap designed to prevent homelessness before it begins, respond swiftly when it occurs, and build long-term solutions that restore stability and dignity.
The 2025-2026 Homeless Solutions Action Plan reflects Fontana’s continued commitment to resolving homelessness by building on past progress and focusing on measurable
outcomes. This one-year plan update (2025-2026) prioritizes long-term solutions that reduce homelessness and prevents it from recurring. With a focus on coordination, accountability, and expanding access to critical housing and support services.
At the core of this plan is the expansion of affordable and supportive housing, combined with high-impact strategies such as intensive case management, targeted prevention, and transitional housing. The city will enhance coordination to address the root causes of homelessness and support long-term stability. While we support housing options, the housing first approach is not the full solution to homelessness; it needs to be coupled with intensive case management and transitional housing.
This isn’t just about housing — it’s about humanity.
One of the most visible results of this commitment is the successful
FONTANA POLICE AND OTHER CONTACTS
BY ADENIYI LATINWO Herald News Staff
The Fontana Police Department, located at 17005 Upland Avenue in Fontana, California, serves the public with a commitment to safety, service, and community engagement. The general information line for the department is 909-350-7740; for non-emergency concerns, the 24-hour line is 909350-7700, while emergency calls should be placed to 911. In March 2023, Michael Dorsey became Fontana’s 11th Police Chief. He has a background in law enforcement that spans several decades and began his tenure with the Fontana Police Department in 1997. The department emphasizes transparency and community involvement, publishing monthly crime statistics and offering tools like online crime mapping and mobile 311 services for residents.
Here are some important telephone numbers for residents and visitors in Fontana. In case of an emergency, dial 9-1-1, or for non-emergency police matters, contact the Fontana Police Department at 909-350-7700. Fire-related emergencies can be reported to the local Fire Protection District at 909-428-8890. For insurance inquiries, the California Department of Insurance is available at 800927-4357, and crisis counseling services in San Bernardino County can be reached
at 909-421-9495. Water-related issues can be addressed through the Fontana Water District at 909-822-2201, the Cucamonga Valley Water District at 855-654-2893, or the West Valley Water District at 909875-1804. Utility emergencies for electricity and gas are handled by Southern California Edison at 800-611-1911 and Southern California Gas at 800-427-2200, respectively. For waste services, Burrtec Waste can be contacted at 909-822-2396. For general information and referrals for health and social services, residents can dial 2-1-1.
opening of the Aldea Apartments — a landmark achievement in expanding our permanent supportive housing options. Aldea offers more than shelter; it offers hope, healing and a path forward for those transitioning out of homelessness. It stands as a powerful symbol of what’s possible when innovation meets determination.
Housing is only one piece of the puzzle. We’re also ensuring our public spaces remain safe and accessible for all residents through an updated ordinance regarding camping in public spaces — a thoughtful, balanced measure that aligns compassion with community responsibility. It’s a reflection of our city’s ability to lead with both heart and common sense.
On the ground, programs like the Fontana Police Department’s HOST (Homeless Outreach Support Team) and partnerships with organizations like Water of Life’s CityLink are showing what collaboration can achieve.
TThese partnerships are proof that when law enforcement, service providers, and local leadership move in unison, lives change for the better.
We know that vision without accountability is just talk. That’s why we continue to champion performance tracking, measurable outcomes, and strong inter-agency cooperation. Every dollar we invest must translate into results: Fewer people sleeping on the streets, more individuals in stable housing, and sustained reductions in chronic homelessness.
This work isn’t easy — but it’s essential. And we’re not backing down. By staying focused on prevention, rehousing, supportive services, and accountability, we are creating a system where homelessness becomes rare, brief, and nonrecurring and every resident can thrive.
The race isn’t over, but Fontana is out in front — and we’re not slowing down.
EDUCATION
he following school districts serve students who live in the city limits of Fontana: Fontana Unified School District 9680 Citrus Avenue Telephone: 909-357-7600 (five-digit extensions) or 909-357-5000 (four-digit extensions)
Chaffey Joint Unified High School District (Grades 9-12)
Etiwanda High School, 13500 Victoria Street Telephone: 909-899-2531
Colton Joint Unified School District, 1212 Valencia Drive Telephone: 909-580-5000
Etiwanda School District (Grades K-8), 6061 East Avenue Telephone: 909-899-2451
Higher education
Fontana students attend many local colleges and universities.
California State University, San Bernardino 909-537-5000 csusb.edu
Crafton Hills College 909-794-2161 craftonhills.edu
Loma Linda University 800-422-4558 llu.edu
Riverside City College 951-222-8000 rcc.edu
San Bernardino Valley College 909-384-4400 valleycollege.edu
University of Redlands 909-793-2121 redlands.edu
University of California, Riverside 951-827-1012 ucr.edu
Fontana Police Department rescue truck was on display at a recent Fontana Police Open House. (Adeniyi Latinwo/Staff)
Lewis Library offers events for residents
The Fontana Lewis Library and Technology Center is located at 8437 Sierra Avenue. The library, which offers many events throughout the year, is open to the public 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. The phone number is 909-574-4500. Friends of Lewis Library and Technology Center is a community-based nonprofit organization. The group promotes and supports the library and its many programs. The Friends use the library’s bookstore and book sales to fund the various children and adult programs. For more information, follow the group on Facebook at The Friends of the Lewis Library.
Sports
Fontana residents have numerous opportunities to participate in sports like softball, volleyball, football, t-ball and soccer. City sports facilities are maintained year-round and offer high-quality park sites. The facilities include lighted and unlighted softball and baseball diamonds, soccer and football fields, indoor and outdoor basketball and volleyball courts, tennis courts and “tot lots.” The fields and courts are available for youth and adult leagues and tournaments. Sports programs for youth, including basketball and soccer, are offered by the city. The programs are designed to provide
The Fontana Chamber of Commerce board is composed of Fontana’s most influential business leaders, who are thoroughly invested in seeing our community continue to prosper with a thriving economy and a strong, dedicated workforce.
Executive Officers
Chairman, Alexander De Los Rios
Owner of Pallet Market, Inc.
Vice-Chair, Ken Lindt
Owner/President of Harbor Truck Bodies
Board President, Phil Cothran
President/Owner of State Farm Insurance
Treasurer, Daniel Reid
Vice President of American Business Bank
Secretary, Bill Hawkins
President of AMS Paving Inc.
LIBRARY AND PARKS
athletes with the fundamentals of game strategy, physical fitness, education and sportsmanship.
For information, call 909-349-6900. In addition to city-sponsored programs, the community has sports leagues like AYSO and other soccer groups; Pop Warner Football; Junior All-American Football; Little League Baseball and Softball; and PONY Baseball and Softball.
Parks
• Coyote Canyon Park, 5065 Coyote Canyon Road
• Hunter’s Ridge Park, 5072 Cherry Avenue
• San Sevaine Park, 5355 Cherry Avenue
• Fontana Park, 15556 Summit Avenue
• Patricia Marrujo Park, 5730 Avenal Place
• Ralph M. Lewis Sports Complex, 6198 Citrus Avenue
• Rosena Park West, 15057 Grays Peak
• Rosena Park East, 15299 Curtis Avenue
• Koehler Park and the Landings, 15352 Walnut Avenue
• Cambria Park and Walnut Village, 17160 Cambria Avenue
• Almeria Park, 7250 Almeria Avenue
• North Heritage Park, 7172 N. Heritage Circle
• Heritage Neighborhood Center, 7350 W. Liberty Parkway
• McDermott Sports Complex and Park West, 7846 S. Heritage Loop
• Patricia Murray Park, 8040 Jamestown
• Heritage Park Circle, 14332 Caryn Circle
• Northgate Park, 7850 Celeste Avenue
• Bill Martin Park, 7792 Juniper Avenue
• North Tamarind Park, 8025 Tamarind Avenue
• Fernandez Park, 18006 Miller Avenue
• Seville Park and Amphitheater, 16669 Seville Avenue
• Cypress Neighborhood Center, 8380 Cypress Avenue
• Art Depot Gallery, 16822 Spring Street
• Miller Fitness Center, 17004 Arrow Boulevard
• Santa Fe Park and Metrolink Station, 16807 Orange Way
• Veterans Park West, 9055 Mango Avenue
• Veterans Park, 17255 Merrill Avenue
• Jack Bulik Center, 16581 Filbert Street
• Chaparral Park, 11415 Rancherias Drive
• Shadow Park, 14250 Shadow Avenue
• Oak Park, 14224 Live Oak Avenue
• Don Day Neighborhood Center, 14501 Live Oak Avenue
• Village Park, 15601 Village Drive East
• Catawba Park, 11411 Catawba Place
• Mary Vagle Nature Center, 11501 Cypress Avenue E.
• Martin Tudor Jurupa Hills Park, 11925 Sierra Avenue
• Sycamore Hills Park, 11075 Mayberry Street
• Fiesta Park, 17127 La Vesu Road
• Central City Park, 8380 Cypress Avenue
Past Chair, Norm Siddiqui President of Crown Technical Systems
Member, Mike Arreguin Burrtec
Member, Juan De La O La Tapatia
Member, Raj Sangha Vice President/Co-Owner of DGC Group of Companies
Directors Mansoor Ali, President of Guzman & Associates
Rose Borruso, CEO/President of Castle Importing, Inc
Aman Brar, Founder/ Owner/ President of South Star Logistics
DR. Krupal Chhotu, Founder/ Owner/ President of Dental World
Luis Echeverria, Owner of Final Touch Construction
Adrian Francoz, President of Zetasky
Bobby Allard, Allard Engineering
Frank Gutierrez, Owner of CMAX Corporation
Jamie Lange, Vice President/Partner of Sunrise Ford
Ron Moore, CEO of Moore United Construction, Inc
Art Morales, General Manager of Fontana Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and RAM
Travis Parke, President/Owner of California Recyclers
Idilio Sanchez, President/Owner of ABS Collision Center
Jessica Albright, General Manager of Operations of Manhiem of Southern California
Director Emeritus
Bill Waddingham, Vice President/Co-Owner of Rotolo Chevrolet
Ken Rivers, Chief Operating Officer of Kaiser Permanente
