Empowerment Through Health and Wellness

February is Black History Month, a time to acknowledge the significant history, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans throughout our nation.?

This month provides an opportunity to honor the pioneers, activists, and everyday individuals whose efforts have influenced progress and change. By reflecting on their stories, we can enhance our understanding of equality and justice, motivating us to work towards a more inclusive future.

As 2025 unfolds, many of us are likely working on our personal growth journeys. While some days are better than others, engaging in healthier lifestyles through various activities and resources is essential to ensure we remain healthy and focused on our goals.

To that end, I present Healthy Diamond Bar – a community health and wellness initiative launched in 2018. This comprehensive well-being initiative provides year-round programs, activities, or incentives to encourage community members of all ages to adopt healthy habits and achieve healthier and happier lifestyles. Every month, the City offers a fun and engaging activity for various ages and fitness levels. As a bonus, new participants receive a free T-shirt when they attend their first Healthy Diamond Bar activity. There is no cost to participate, but advance registration is required.

Mark your calendars and join us for this month's Health Diamond Bar activity – Wednesday Walkers Mash-Up. On Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., participants will join City staff at Sycamore Canyon Park (22930 Golden Springs Drive) for a leisurely and informative walk. The walk begins with light warm-ups and stretches and ends with an informal conversation with City staff about the various programs and services Diamond Bar offers. Free water and snacks will be provided. Register today by visiting www.diamondbarca.gov/recregister. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 909-839-7070 or visit www.diamondbarca.gov/healthydb.

Separately, as we prepare to enter the spring season, mark your calendars for Saturday, Mar. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., as the City will be sponsoring a free Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Drive-Thru Collection Event. Bring your household hazardous and electronic waste to the 1300 block of Bridge Gate Drive in the Gateway Corporate Center and dispose of it safely and properly, free of charge. Examples of house hazardous waste include motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline and diesel fuel, paints, insecticides, household and car batteries, computers or television sets, and many more! Please follow the transportation limit of 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per trip when driving to the collection event for disposal. For additional information, visit www.lacsd.org/hhw or call 800-238-0173.

Remember, you are the eyes of our community, and the City Council values your feedback, concerns, and questions. Please feel free to reach out to me or any other council member by calling 909-839-7010 or using the links to our email addresses available on the City Council Member web pages of the City's website.?