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Dear District 3 Community,
Happy holidays from Team Tam! As we wrap up the year, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunity to connect with so many of you in the community. It has been a year of growth, progress, and collaboration, and I am proud of all that we have accomplished together. From working on important local initiatives to celebrating milestones, your support and engagement have made all the difference. As we look ahead to the new year, I am excited for the continued progress we will make, and I look forward to sharing even more accomplishments with you in the months to come. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a bright start to the new year!
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In 2024, my team and I made tremendous progress in advancing the well-being of Alameda County residents and strengthening our communities. Together, we secured $13 million for the Alameda Wellness Campus and facilitated Homekey funding for projects like the Lewelling Interim Housing to provide permanent supportive housing for vulnerable families. We prioritized public safety with initiatives like the Sideshow Ordinance, which drastically reduced sideshows in unincorporated areas, and we championed housing stability by ending the county’s eviction moratorium in alignment with the state and implementing a Tenant Protection Ordinance. I am especially proud of our investments in youth programming, such as funding TRYBE to revitalize San Antonio Park, and our work to ensure food security through partnerships with the Alameda County Food Bank. Transparency and accountability remained a focus with the establishment of the Sheriff’s Oversight Committee, and we continued Supervisor Wilma Chan’s legacy programs like Recipe for Health and Dig Deep Farms. Key policy advancements this year included moving forward with the Beekeeping and Street Vending Ordinances and collaborating on data disaggregation efforts to address health disparities in underserved communities.
We also took meaningful steps to improve communication and engagement across District 3. This included drafting a Language Ordinance, gathering data on translation and interpretation services, and working with Asian Health Services to ensure inclusivity. A particularly productive meeting with Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA) focused on combating disinformation on social media platforms, emphasizing the need for community education, regulatory accountability, and targeted outreach to vulnerable groups. My team’s robust social media and newsletter efforts resulted in over 1,770 posts reaching over 62,000 residents. Additionally, we resolved more than 100 constituent cases, managed over 60 Board and Commission appointments, and maintained consistent outreach through multilingual newsletters and meeting reminders. By addressing housing, public safety, mental health, and community needs, we ensured a year of measurable progress and meaningful impact for District 3, laying the groundwork for even greater achievements in the year ahead.
If you or someone you know needs shelter or assistance during the holidays, be sure to check out our event calendar throughout Alameda County District 3 for available resources. Stay safe and prepared this winter with Alameda County Winter Weather Resources, which include emergency shelters, warming centers, and flood safety tips. Access information on sandbag distribution, power outage preparedness, and health services to ensure you and your loved ones remain warm and secure. For more details, visit here and share these resources to help others in our community.
Click here to view the extended newsletter. Thank you for being an essential part of this journey. Wishing you and your loved ones joyful and peaceful holidays. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Formerly Twitter) for the latest updates.
As we look forward to 2025, we hope to see you at the upcoming events. If you happen to see me or my hardworking staff, please feel free to come over and say hello. My team and I are committed to showing up, engaging, standing with you, and addressing your needs. I invite you to share your stories, insights, and suggestions as we work toward solutions. Your input and engagement are crucial to our ongoing efforts. Please do not reply to this email acgov@service.govdelivery.com, as it is not monitored. Should you have any comments, questions, or concerns related to District 3 or Alameda County, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at bos.district3@acgov.org. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are here to assist and support you.
Sincerely,
 Lena Tam
Alameda County Supervisor, Third District
This month, we had the privilege of attending several exciting events. Click on each event to view photos, videos, and descriptions. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Formerly Twitter) for the latest updates.
There are many exciting events coming up in the community. For full details, please visit our website calendar, where you can view all events or select specific locations such as Oakland, Alameda, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Hayward Acres, and other districts. Events can also be added directly to your personal calendar for easy access.
This month, Alameda County District 3 is buzzing with festive excitement! From toy and food drives to dazzling tree lighting celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out—check out the calendar for all the upcoming events!
Stay safe and prepared this winter with Alameda County Winter Weather Resources, including emergency shelters, warming centers, and flood safety tips. Access information on sandbag distribution, power outage preparedness, and health services to help you and your loved ones stay warm and secure. Visit here for full details and share these resources to support others in our community.
Alameda County District 3 Winter Shelter Resources
Need shelter or housing this winter?
Help is just a call away!
Call 211 (Eden Information and Referral) for assistance.
Shelters have limited capacity. Please call ahead before arriving.
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Oakland
East Oakland Community Project
7515 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621
(510) 532-3211
St. Mary’s Center
925 Brockhurst St, Oakland, CA 94608
(510) 923-9600, Ext. 297
St. Vincent de Paul of Alameda County
675 23rd St, Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 638-7600
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Alameda
The Village of Love
431 Stardust Pl, Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 995-8936
info@thevillageoflove.com
City of Alameda Warming Shelter
Rotations among three churches.
(628) 233-2545
Rotations among three churches:
Christ Episcopal Church
1700 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Trinity Lutheran Church
1323 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
Twin Towers United Methodist
1411 Oak St, Alameda, CA 94501
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San Leandro
Building Futures
1840 Fairway Dr, San Leandro, CA 94577
(510) 613-5268
(510) 686-2332
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Unincorporated Area
First Presbyterian Church of Hayward
2490 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 581-6203
The City of Alameda has earned the Prohousing Designation from the state Department of Housing and Community Development, allowing the city to access more funding for housing efforts. The city joins Healdsburg, Mountain View, and Petaluma as the latest Bay Area municipalities to receive this distinction. The designation grants exclusive access to funding and extra points for competitive housing and infrastructure grants, recognizing local leaders' commitment to increasing housing production and reducing barriers. For more details, visit the HCD website.
Due: Monday, January 6, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
To apply for the Alameda County District Attorney position, please review the County of Alameda Board of Supervisors' procedures for appointing a new District Attorney here.
For more information, please visit here.
Informational Webinars (No reservations required; free and open to the public. A video recording will also be available.):
Friday, January 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.
Application Due: Thursday, February 6, 2025
Apply Here
The ARTSFUND Grant Program supports Alameda County nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that offer programs in dance, music, theater, visual arts, literature, media arts, and cultural events. Grant awards range from $2,000 to $3,000. Eligible organizations must primarily serve Alameda County residents through in-person or virtual arts programming. For more information, visit the ARTSFUND webpage to access the application and detailed guidelines. This program is supported by the County of Alameda and individual contributions to ARTSFUND and the Foundation for the Arts in Alameda County. For more information, please visit here.
Application Due: Thursday, January 23, 2025
Apply Here
Background: The Community Assistance Grant Program (CAP) provides financial support to nonprofits that offer social services to low-income members of the San Leandro community. CAP is funded through the City of San Leandro general fund ($320,000) and Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) (estimated at $120,000). CDBG is funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
NOFA: The City of San Leandro’s biennial (two-year) competitive funding process for CAP will distribute an estimated $440,000 in grant funding ($320,000 from the general fund and an estimated $120,000 in CDBG) for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027.
Eligible Activities: Eligible programs help improve the lives of San Leandro residents, including but not limited to:
- Severe/High-Level Mental and Behavioral Health Needs
- Family and Youth Services
- Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence Services
- Job Development, Income Support and Employment Services
- Homelessness and housing insecurity support
- Navigation to mental health and substance abuse services, social services, and basic needs resources
- Rental assistance
- Health Care with wrap-around support
- Childcare programs and services
- Food services
For more information, please visit here.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis during Phase 1 of funding (November 2024-April 2025).
English Application
Spanish (Español) Application
Chinese (中文) Application
Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) Application
The East Bay Community Foundation (EBCF) is proud to launch the Oakland Small Business Resiliency Fund, a grant program supporting diverse small businesses with a physical presence in Oakland. The fund will provide a one-time infusion of grant capital to help Oakland small businesses enhance their resilience, recover from economic and community safety challenges, and build their capacity and readiness to access other forms of capital and investment. For more information, please visit here.
Due: Saturday, May 31, 2025
Apply Here
In June 2023, the State of California allocated funds under Assembly Bill AB 178 – Budget Act of 2022, to support local health departments and city code enforcement in managing Micro Enterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs) and other in-home retail food services. This program, established by AB 626 (2018), is administered by the CCDEH under the California Workforce Development Board (WDB).
A total of $391,800 is available to city code enforcement agencies to reimburse unrecovered expenses incurred for enforcing California MEHKO laws or related state and local regulations. The funds will be distributed on a reimbursement basis until depleted.
Eligible applicants must document unrecovered expenses from June 7, 2023, to May 31, 2025, using records such as worksheets, timecards, or financial reports. Each jurisdiction can receive up to $20,000. The WDB or CCDEH may require a financial review to verify eligibility, with the cost covered by the awardee.
211 Alameda County (Call 2-1-1 or Text 898211): 211alamedacounty.org
Alameda County Boards, Commissions, and Committees: Apply Here
Alameda County Housing Portal: Affordable Housing Rentals
Alameda County Housing Secure: Tenant and Landlord Housing Resources
Alameda County Job Portal: Apply Here
Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA):
Abuse & Protection | CalFresh | COVID-19 Information and Resources | Job Opportunities / Financial Assistance | Medi-Cal Enrollment | Older Adults and Disabled | Refugees, Immigrants and Asylees | Shelter & Housing | Youth | Veterans
Community Resources: Other Resources
Events: Upcoming Events
Government Agency Contact List: Contact List
Sign Up for Meeting Reminders: Meeting Reminders
Public Comment Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings: Information on how to participate in public comment is available on the LIVE Broadcasts page on the Board of Supervisors' website.
ADA Accessibility: If you need a reasonable modification or accommodation for a disability, please email the Clerk of the Board at cbs@acgov.org or call (510) 208-4949 or (510) 834-6754 (TDD) at least 72 hours before the meeting start time to request a sign language interpreter.
Language Interpretation Services: If you require language interpretation services, please email the Clerk of the Board at cbs@acgov.org or call (510) 208-4949 at least three business days before the meeting start time to request a language interpreter.
Servicios de interpretación de idiomas: Si necesita servicios de interpretación de idiomas, envíe un correo electrónico a la Secretaría de la Junta a cbs@acgov.org o llame al (510) 208-4949 al menos tres días hábiles antes de la hora de inicio de la reunión para solicitar un intérprete de idiomas.
語言口譯服務：如果您需要語言口譯服務，請在會議開始前至少三個工作日向理事會秘書發送電子郵件至 cbs@acgov.org 或致電 (510) 208-4949 請求語言口譯員。
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