Search Results

Disasters can be frightening, especially for children. Talk with children about what a disaster is and how they can prepare for one. Children are good at adapting to situations when they know what to expect. Listed below are some actions that adults can take to educate children about disasters:—Explain to children that a disaster is...

When developing your emergency plan and building your emergency supply kit, it is important that you evaluate your individual needs. Individuals are unique and have diverse abilities. By making a plan and kit that fit your needs, you are increasing your likelihood of recovering from an emergency. Listed below are some measures individuals with disabilities...

In addition to developing a Family Emergency Plan, it is important for older Americans to consider how an emergency might affect their individual needs.Personal Support NetworkIf you think you might need assistance during a disaster, talk to your neighbors, relatives, friends, and co-workers about creating a personal support network. Share and practice your emergency plan with...

One of the most important steps you can take in preparing for emergencies is to develop a Family Emergency Plan. Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to sit down together now and decide what you will do in an emergency. Your emergency plan should, at a minimum, contain...

Preparing for an emergency doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow these simple steps to get started: Build a Kit A well-stocked emergency kit can make all the difference during the first couple days of an emergency. Include: Water (one gallon per person per day for at least three days) Non-perishable food and a manual can...

What is an Emergency Operations Center (EOC)? An EOC is a location from which centralized emergency management may be performed during a major emergency or disaster. This location facilitates a coordinated response by City personnel and representatives from other agencies and organizations that are assigned emergency management responsibilities. How is the EOC organized? City personnel and...

Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) The EOP details the City’s comprehensive approach to emergency management, including: Preparedness: activities that ensure readiness before an emergency Response: actions taken during an emergency to protect lives, property and the environment Recovery: strategies to restore normalcy after an emergency Mitigation: measures to reduce the impact of emergencies Local Hazard Mitigation...

Emergency management is a coordinated effort between all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations, and the private sector to effectively address the challenges presented by large scale emergency incidents and disasters. It involves planning and action before, during, and after an emergency. Emergency management activities take place during four phases: Mitigation: Reducing future risks through policies,...

Disasters can leave people injured or displaced and in some cases cause death. They also cause significant damage to our homes, communities, businesses, public infrastructure, and our environment; and they cost tremendous amounts in terms of response, recovery dollars, and economic loss. While we cannot prevent disasters from happening, we can help reduce or eliminate...

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA) The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) is a federal law that prohibits and seeks to eliminate sexual assaults, sexual misconduct, harassment, and retaliation against detainees or prisoners in detention facilities. The Montclair Police Department is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for staff and prisoners. •...

Megan's Law The State of California enacted "Megan's Law", giving residents access to certain information about "serious" and "high risk" registered sex offenders. Information on sex offenders classified as "other" or whose sex offense was adjudicated in juvenile court is not subject to public disclosure. Sex offender information in the Department of Justice "Megan's Law"...

Missing Persons (Including surrounding areas) California Attorney General/Department of Justice National Center for Missing and Exploited Children National Missing and Unidentified Persons System Wanted Persons FBI Most Wanted US Marshals

Please select one of the links below for more Information.Bicycle Requirements and SafetyScooter Requirements and SafetySkateboard Requirements and SafetyInternet SafetyPersonal SafetyAmber AlertAmber Alert Americas Missing Broadcast Emergency Response Child AbuseOffice of the Attorney General – Crime Victim’s Rights and ResourcesChildren and Family Services DivisionCalifornia Department of Child Services (DSS)

Developers and contractors can find the City's standards and specifications for construction performed in the public right-of-way here. This page also includes guidelines, the impact fee schedule, and policy notes.

State and Federal Agencies San Bernardino County Courts and Sheriff Assistance Programs Official California Legislative Information California Vehicle Code California Penal Code Homeland Security Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Office of Emergency Services (OES) Municipal Code Montclair Municipal Code Anonymous Crime Reporting Hotline WeTip Report Drunk Driving Report Drunk Driving Help Mothers Against Drunk...

Honorably Retired and former officers meeting the requirements of the Law Enforcement Officer's Safety Act may be authorized to receive an identification card authorizing the bearer to carry concealed, pursuant to applicable California and Federal law.The Montclair Police Department will issue identification cards to qualified officers upon completion of the applicable forms and a valid...

Engineering Permits for the City of Montclair, CA: Transportation and Oversized Loads, Encroachment and Construction, Grading and Plan Check Application, Street Closure, Parcel Merger, and Lot Line Adjustments. To retrieve a permit to place a large or oversized trash bin or container temporarily on the curb, the property owner must complete an application for a Construction Permit and submit it to the Public Works Department. Processing for all permits can take up to 10 days.

Streetlights are provided throughout most of the City.  The streetlights are generally put in by developers as a condition of their development, or by the City as part of its road building or widening activities.  The lighting system is owned and maintained by Southern California Edison. In some areas the lights are suspended from wood...

Public CCW ApplicationsBy agreement with the Sheriff of San Bernardino County, the Montclair Police Department will not be issuing any Concealed Carry Permits for the public at this time.  This does not apply to current/former officers with the Montclair Police Department. Pursuant to Penal Code Section 26155(c), the Sheriff of San Bernardino County has accepted...

Most of the traffic signals located within the City are owned and maintained by the City. There are a few exceptions. Signals at freeway interchanges (Central and I-10, Monte Vista and I-10, and Palo Verde and I-10) are owned and maintained by the state. Signals located on streets bordering other cities are usually maintained by one city or the other....