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Dear District 3 Community,
May marks the beginning of event season—a time to connect with our communities, take brief but meaningful pauses from the intensity of the budget process, and reflect on all that we are building together. While we face uncertainty due to looming federal funding cuts, I am continually reminded of the resilience, joy, and resourcefulness of the people we serve. This is a community worth fighting for, and I am confident that we will emerge stronger on the other side.
Alameda County’s behavioral health infrastructure received a major boost this month with the award of over $144 million in state funding for substance use disorder (SUD) treatment facilities, as well as for expanded behavioral health services and beds at Alameda Health System facilities, including San Leandro Hospital and St. Rose Hospital in Hayward, and at Horizon Services and Bay Area Community Services (BACS).
This month, we celebrated the vibrancy of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, honoring the rich cultural diversity that thrives in Alameda County. From spirited youth performances at AAPI and Cinco de Mayo events to heartfelt Memorial Day tributes, May was a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility to build a more perfect union—one that values liberty and justice for all.
In May, we were proud to participate in and support a diverse range of community events that celebrated culture, service, and unity across Alameda County. Highlights included the Ashland Roots Center Tour, San Leandro’s Cinco de Mayo celebration, the Boys and Girls Club of Alameda's 75th Anniversary, and Oakland Roots' AAPI Heritage Night. We joined AAPI and Mother’s Day celebrations, recognized Affordable Housing Month and Black Mental Health Matters, and engaged in events honoring seniors, families, veterans, and youth. From Memorial Day commemorations to community meal prep, each gathering showcased the strength, care, and resilience of our communities.
The momentum continues—we are excited to invite you to join us for the upcoming Alameda County Pride Flag Raising gathering, as we celebrate love, inclusion, and the continued push for equity and belonging.
Alameda County Pride Flag Raising
Date: 06/02/2025
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Alameda County Administration Building
(1221 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94612)
Come join us at the San Leandro Cherry Festival!
Date: 06/07/2025
Parade Time: 10:00 a.m.
Festival Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown San Leandro
(384 W Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577)
We encourage you to take a moment to read through the entire newsletter, which contains important information on key highlights from District 3 cities and unincorporated communities, resources, grants, scholarships, upcoming events, free summer meals, summer reading programs, and much more. As we look forward to the next month, 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. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, X (Formerly Twitter) for the latest updates.
Thank you for standing with us, for showing up, and for building a better future together.
Sincerely,
 Lena Tam
Alameda County Supervisor, Third District
The Rent Program has published its Annual Report with data for the 2024 calendar year. The report details a year of increased public engagement, expanded enforcement of the Rent Ordinance, and key policy initiatives as the Rent Program completed its second full year as a division of the City Attorney’s Office. The annual report details Rent Program activities during 2024 and presents data on cases, submissions, registration, and Alameda’s rental market.
In 2024 the Rent Program successfully launched its first drive to collect annual registration statements for all fully regulated rental units in the city. As of January 1, 2025, the Rent Program had received registration for more than 80% of properties and fee payments for 86% of properties.
Under the Rent Ordinance, Landlords who have not submitted an annual registration statement or paid program fees are not eligible to increase rent for any unit on the property in question. Program staff continues to work with landlords to help them come into compliance. In the first quarter of 2025, landlords registered an additional 70 properties and paid more than $130,000 in outstanding fees. Landlords or tenants with questions about a property’s status may contact program staff at 510-747-7520 or rentprogram@alamedaca.gov.
Other report highlights include:
- More than 13,000 tenant-occupied units registered in the Alameda Rent Registry
- Over $125,000 refunded to 80 households following invalid rent increases
- On average, staff responded to 743 public inquiries per month
- Nearly 50% of fully regulated units had tenancy data updated during annual registration
- Staff processed 61 no-fault termination cases, 48 termination of tenancy reviews, and 558 registration reviews to verify compliance with the Rent Ordinance
- 26 workshops hosted and 31 rent adjustment hearings coordinated
- More than 9,700 annual information letters mailed to landlords and tenants
- Emergency relocation assistance totaling $24,332 provided to seven displaced tenants
View Report Here
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mayor Barbara Lee, who was sworn in as Oakland's 52nd mayor on May 20, 2025. A distinguished former U.S. Representative, Lee's leadership comes at a pivotal time for our city. In her inaugural address, she declared a "new era" for Oakland, emphasizing a commitment to addressing critical issues such as homelessness, economic revitalization, and government transparency. Her 100-day action plan includes initiatives to streamline building permits, enhance public safety through business-police partnerships, and tackle illegal dumping. We also celebrate the election of Charlene Wang as District 2 Councilmember, who brings a pragmatic approach to addressing public safety and housing challenges. Together, they embody a vision of unity and progress for Oakland's future.
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The San Leandro Family Aquatic Center (SLFAC) will celebrate its grand reopening on June 14, 2025, at Washington Manor Park, 14900 Zelma Street. After a temporary closure, the center returns with exciting upgrades, including a new AquaPlay structure, more shaded seating, and improved amenities. Open through September 28, SLFAC features a heated pool, water slide, lap lanes, and family-friendly play areas. Registration for San Leandro residents begins Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at SanLeandroRec.org or in person at the Marina Community Center.
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April 2, 2025, Alameda County, CA—Following years of community advocacy, the United States Postal Service (USPS) recently changed a 60-year-old naming convention impacting nearly 29,000 mailing addresses in Alameda County’s urban unincorporated communities. Residents of Ashland, Cherryland, Hayward Acres, Fairview, San Lorenzo, and Castro Valley will now see their unincorporated community name accurately reflected as the default “Place Name” on USPS.com. A “Place Name” (also called a “Preferred Last Line”) is the "City, State" line in a USPS mailing address.
This significant change, driven by the Eden Area Livability Initiative and championed by Supervisor Nate Miley of District 4 and Supervisor Lena Tam of District 3, is an important step toward addressing longstanding community identity issues in unincorporated Alameda County. When ZIP Codes were first established in the 1960s, many unincorporated communities were assigned USPS address Place Names and ZIP Codes associated with larger neighboring cities for convenience (i.e. Hayward and San Leandro). In September 2023, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a formal request to USPS to officially recognize Alameda County’s urban unincorporated communities as USPS Place Names. USPS implemented these changes in March 2025, and Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, and Hayward Acres are now the official mailing address Place Names for their respective urban unincorporated Alameda County communities.
“This is a major milestone for our unincorporated communities,” said Supervisor Nate Miley. For decades, residents have faced confusion about where to get services – do I call the police, or do I call the Sheriff? Do I get a book from the city library or the county library? It clears up issues of identity – what community do I live in, is it in a city or unincorporated area - and what does that mean? Not to mention the impact of data collection by ZIP Code due to incorrect Place Names in their USPS addresses. This change is easy because residents and businesses don’t have to change their ZIP Code, it stays the same, no change-of –address is needed. You can use your old Place Name if you want to. And over time, Google Maps and others business that use USPS data to populate their databases will pick up the correct community names too. Its a win-win!”
What This Means for Residents
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Correct Place Names on Mail: Residents in the affected communities will now see their unincorporated community name in official mailing addresses on USPS.com. Mail using the old Place Name will still get delivered, see Flexibility in Usage, below.
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No Change to ZIP Codes: ZIP Codes in the County’s unincorporated communities remain the same, ensuring uninterrupted mail service.
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Flexibility in Usage: While the new Place Names are the official default on USPS.com, USPS will continue to deliver mail addressed with the previous Place Name as long as the correct ZIP Code and street address are used.
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No Impact on Essential Services: School districts, tax rates, and public safety services in the unincorporated communities remain unchanged.
Integration into Other Address Systems
While USPS is the official source for mailing address data, agencies and private companies acquire address data updates through a variety of sources, including through third-party address vendors and services. Due to the decentralized nature of address data in a digital world, it will take some time before these USPS Place Name address changes are universally reflected in mapping applications, address verification systems, and elsewhere outside the USPS databases. Residents may notice inconsistencies across various platforms until these decentralized systems are fully updated, but this will not impact mail delivery as long as residents continue to use the correct street address and ZIP Code.
Community Engagement & Feedback
The County conducted extensive community outreach prior to requesting this change. The outreach process, conducted by the Alameda County Community Development Agency, included a public survey and eight public meetings, ensuring that residents had the opportunity to weigh in before any decisions were made. The Board of Supervisors carefully considered the community’s input before approving the request to USPS.
To inform residents of the changes to USPS Place Names, Alameda County is launching a multimedia outreach campaign in early April that will include mailers to impacted addresses, social media posts, billboards, grassroots outreach via community-based organizations, and more.
Next Steps for Residents
Residents may begin using their unincorporated community name on their mail immediately. While there is no requirement to update address labels or notify service providers, residents who wish to align their records with the new Place Name can do so at their convenience. Residents may notice that their new Place Names are not yet reflected in all address verification systems; the County urges patience as decentralized address systems are updated to reflect this correction to unincorporated-area addresses.
For additional information and answers to frequently asked questions, visit Alameda County’s address change project website at https://www.acgov.org/cda/addresschange.htm.
By request of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors (Resolution Number R-2023-669), the United States Postal Service (USPS) recently corrected a 60-year-old address data error impacting Alameda County’s urban unincorporated communities. When it established ZIP Codes in the 1960s, the USPS assigned incorrect “Place Names” (the City, State line in a mailing address) to nearly 29,000 unincorporated area addresses based on the post office branch delivering mail to each ZIP Code. This included many unincorporated-area addresses that were mistakenly assigned Place Names associated with the neighboring cities of Hayward and San Leandro. In September 2023, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a formal request to USPS to correct this error and officially recognize Alameda County’s urban unincorporated communities as USPS Place Names. USPS implemented these corrections in March 2025, and Ashland, Cherryland, Fairview, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, and Hayward Acres are now the official mailing address Place Names for urban unincorporated Alameda County, replacing the incorrect place names of “San Leandro” and “Hayward”. Here’s the County's website for the project, with FAQs, if you’d like to learn more.
Universal rollout of this Place Name correction will take time and cooperation from the multiple and decentralized agencies and private businesses that maintain and distribute address data. During this transition time, we are reaching out to key County and State agencies like the DMV, the Assessor, and the Registrar of Voters to ensure that this change does not interrupt basic services or cause undue confusion. Can we schedule a meeting to discuss how the Registrar of Voters handles inconsistencies in address data, and how, if at all, these inconsistencies might impact residents’ ability to vote?
The Alameda County Public Works Agency (ACPWA) is responsible for the management and operations of infrastructure including streets, bridges, flood control facilities, pump stations, and stormwater conveyance infrastructure.
With the exception of Flood Control services that are provided throughout the County, ACPWA primarily serves the unincorporated areas of Alameda County.
The Alameda County Public Works Agency encourages residents to sign up for an account through the Mobile Citizen App to track inquiries and follow up on the status of the reported concerns. It is highly recommended that residents report their concerns online or through the mobile app before contacting individual staff members.
Please report public works issues to the Alameda County Public Works Agency (ACPWA) through the Mobile Citizen App, website, phone, or email:
Main Phone: (510) 670-5480
Maintenance Phone: (510) 670-5500
Email: info@acpwa.org
Report Online
Mobile Citizen App
Address: 399 Elmhurst Street, Hayward, CA 94544
Website
Message from Alameda County Public Works Agency (ACPWA):
Awarded (Recently Completed/Under Construction):
- San Leandro Creek Tree Management, San Leandro (recently completed)
- Lake Merritt Pump Station Underground Storage Tank Replacement and Electrical System Rehabilitation, Oakland
- San Leandro Creek Trail between Hegenberger Road and 0.2 miles upstream of 98th Avenue, including two traffic signal crossings, Oakland
Under Design:
- Lake Merritt Pump Station Flood Resiliency, Oakland
- San Lorenzo Creek Concrete Side Slope and Crack Repairs Behind Via Hermana, San Lorenzo
- San Leandro Creek Storm Damage Repairs behind 1045, 1073 Lee Ave., and 881 St. Mary’s Ave., San Leandro
Other Projects:
- Estudillo Canal Tidegate Structure Reconstruction and South Levee Modification, San Leandro – Project advertisement for bids is pending receipt of the FEMA funding award package and execution. No updates from FEMA on when the award package will be provided.
- San Lorenzo Creek Concrete Channel Temporary Stabilization Downstream of Washington Ave. – This project results from PG&E/EBMUD pressure line leaks on 12/29/2024. Permanent reconstruction will occur in summer 2026. The District will seek reimbursement from the utility companies for all work associated with their leaks.
- Installation of an underground full trash capture device on Via Arriba. A press release was sent on 3/17/2025, and a public notice was mailed to adjacent property owners on 3/18/2025.
Resurfacing Projects:
The following streets in Alameda County District 3 are scheduled for resurfacing in the upcoming Summer of 2025. At this time, it is not possible to provide a specific timeline.
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Roadway
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To
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Microseal
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Via Escondido
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Channel Street
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Via Nueva
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Microseal
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Via Amigos
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Via Harriet
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Via Vecinos
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Microseal
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Keller Avenue
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Bockman Road
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SW to End
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Microseal
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Bandoni Avenue
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Bockman Road
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SW to End
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Microseal
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Bockman Road
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Channel Street
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Via Amigos
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Microseal
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Via Mesa
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Via Frances
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Via El Cerrito
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Microseal
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Via Frances
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Via Carreta
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Via Sarita
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Microseal
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Via Annette
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Via Carreta
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Via Buena Vista
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Microseal
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Via Carmen
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Via Carreta
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Via Sarita
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Microseal
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Bockman Road
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Via Arriba
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Via Media
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Microseal
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Via Alamitos
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Bockman Road
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S End
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Microseal
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Via Honda
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Bockman Road
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Via Estrella
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Microseal
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Via Acalanes
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Paseo Del Campo
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Paseo Largavista
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Microseal
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Paseo Largavista
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Grant Avenue
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Paseo Grande
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Microseal
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Via Enrico
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Lorenzo Ave
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SW to End
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Microseal
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Via Vega
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Via Enrico
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Via Bregani
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Slurry Seal
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Via Harriet
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Via Catherine
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Via Natal
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Slurry Seal
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Via Catherine
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Bockman Road
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S End
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Slurry Seal
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Via Milos
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Via Amigos
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Via Natal
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Slurry Seal
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Via Karl
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Via Natal
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Via Owen
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Slurry Seal
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Via Natal
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Via Redondo
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Via Harriet
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Slurry Seal
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Via Buena Vista
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Via Chiquita
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San Lorenzo Park
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Slurry Seal
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Via Susana
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Via Mesa
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Via Sarita
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Slurry Seal
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Via La Jolla
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Via Mesa
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Via Sarita
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Slurry Seal
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Via Estrella
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Via Honda
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Via Nube
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Slurry Seal
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Via Palma
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Via Alamitos
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Via Coralla
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Slurry Seal
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Via Dolorosa
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Via Alamitos
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Via Nube
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Slurry Seal
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Via Nube
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Via Estrella
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Via Dolorosa
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Mill & Overlay
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Grant Ave
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Southern Pacific RR
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W End
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Mill & Overlay
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Paseo Grande
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Via Granada
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Meekland Ave
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The W. Sunset Blvd project is currently in the design phase, with an anticipated completion target in Fiscal Year 2026.
Funding for Critical Flood Control Improvements
We have an important opportunity to strengthen our community’s resilience to flooding.
Many of the flood control systems in central Alameda County are over 60 years old and at serious risk of failure. As climate change brings more frequent and intense storms, the need to modernize and upgrade this aging infrastructure has become urgent.
The Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District is proposing an increase in benefit assessment to fund a list of critical flood control improvement projects. These projects have been carefully selected to address the most pressing needs — and funds raised through this assessment can only be used for improvements right here in our area.
If approved, the funding will go directly toward upgrading key infrastructure like levees, pump stations, and channel walls that protect our homes, families, and businesses. These improvements will significantly reduce the risk of future flooding in our neighborhoods.
As your supervisor, I have worked closely with the Flood Control District throughout this process, and I can assure you that this is a thoughtful, transparent plan designed to protect what matters most. The Board of Supervisors has approved the proposed list of projects, which you can review in the Engineer’s Report at acflood.org/benefit-assessment.
Please take a moment to vote before the deadline on June 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM PT.
Completed Assessment Ballots may be mailed or personally delivered to the Alameda County Board of Supervisors Office located at 1221 Oak Street, Suite 536, Oakland, California, 94612. A return envelope has been provided in the mailed package for convenience. All mailed Assessment Ballots must be received no later than 5:00 PM on June 16, 2025. Only ballots that are received at the address indicated above prior to 5:00 PM on June 16, 2025 or personally delivered prior to the close of the Public Hearing will be tabulated. Ballots received after those deadlines, even if postmarked earlier, cannot be counted or accepted.
To learn more or ask questions, visit acflood.org/benefit-assessment or email the Flood Control District directly at info@acpwa.org.
Learn more about the District’s benefit assessment increase to protect communities (click this link).
California’s Summer EBT program, known as SUN Bucks, is returning in 2025. This food program provides families $40 per month for food in June, July, and August ($120 total) when children do not have access to school meals.
Most children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals through a school meal application or Universal Benefits Application, or get CalFresh, CalWORKs, and/or Medi-Cal, are automatically enrolled. Children in foster care, experiencing homelessness, attending Head Start, and/or are considered a runaway are also categorically eligible and are automatically enrolled. Some children may need to sign up. Participating in SUN Bucks does not affect a family’s immigration status. Visit our FAQs page for more information.
For cardholder assistance, the SUN Bucks helpline is available at (877) 328-9677. The helpline provides automated support 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Live agents are available Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. To check your benefit balance and claim status, visit the California EBT cardholder website.
How to Find Summer Meal Sites:
California Meals for Kids Mobile App
USDA Summer Meals Site Finder
2025 California Summer Meal Service Sites Webpage
Alameda Unified School District (AUSD)
- Dates: Starting 06/09/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
- Time: TBA
- Locations:
- Alameda Boys & Girls Club (1900 3rd St, Alameda, CA 94501)
- Alameda Point Collaborative (2550 Monarch St building 2, wing 8, Alameda, CA 94501)
- Ruby Bridges Elementary School (351 Jack London Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
- Shinsei Garden Apartments (401 Willie Stargell Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
- Academy of Alameda (401 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
- Website
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD)
- Dates: Monday - Friday, 06/09/2025 - 07/11/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
- Time:
- Elementary School Sites - Breakfast: 8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m., Lunch: 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
- Secondary School Sites - Breakfast: 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., Lunch: 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
- Locations: Various Locations
- Website
Oakland Public Library - Lunch at the Library
- Dates: Monday - Friday, 05/27/2025 - 08/01/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
- Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Locations:
- 81st Avenue
- César E. Chávez
- Eastmont
- Elmhurst
- Main Library
- Martin Luther King Jr.
- Melrose
San Leandro Unified School District (SLUSD)
San Lorenzo Unified School District (SLZUSD)
- Dates: Monday - Thursday, 06/11/2025 - 07/17/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
- Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Location: San Lorenzo Public Library (395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo, CA 94580)
- Website
Alameda County Library (San Lorenzo and Hayward Acres)
Alameda Free Library
Oakland Public Library
San Leandro Public Library
Discover & Go is a program provided by your library that offers free and low-cost passes for museums, science centers, zoos, theatres, and other cultural destinations. You must meet your library's minimum age requirement and live within your library's service area to use the Discover & Go Service.
Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions. Make your reservation and print or download your pass shortly before your visit. You can have two active reservations per library card. If you reserve a pass and do not use it or cancel the reservation, the unused pass will count towards your limit. Remember that once you print or download your pass you cannot cancel your reservation. Pass is non-transferable. Valid ID is required.
This month, we had the privilege of attending many 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.
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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.
FREE DIAPERS!
I was honored to join the press conference launching Alameda County’s Diaper Bank Program — one of the largest of its kind in the nation. As Vice President of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors and Chair of the Social Services Committee, I am proud of our County’s $5.8 million investment to expand access to free diapers and wipes for families through 50 trusted community sites, including libraries, WIC centers, schools, health clinics, and community-based organizations.
Emergency rooms and urgent care are not the solution to diaper needs. Research shows that integrating diaper distribution into existing wraparound services is one of the most effective ways to support families. No parent should have to choose between their child’s health and basic necessities.
Thank you to our partners at the Alameda County Social Services Agency, SupplyBank.org, First 5 Alameda County, and Alameda Health System for their leadership and commitment to equity and dignity for all families.
Learn more and find a distribution site near you here.
The Alameda County Public Health Department and Santa Clara County Public Health issued a joint media advisory in response to a confirmed measles case with potential exposures in both counties.
- No confirmed measles cases currently in Alameda County
- Public health investigation is ongoing
Potential exposure locations:
- Wednesday, May 21, 2025: H Mart, 1710 Oakland Rd., San Jose – 7:15 p.m.–9 p.m.
- Friday, May 23, 2025: Starbucks, 35040 Newark Blvd., Newark – 11:45 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Sunday, May 25, 2025: Trader Joe’s, 1306 Great Mall Pkwy., Milpitas – 4:45 p.m.–8 p.m.
Due: Friday, May 30, 2025
Apply Here
Anthem Blue Cross (Anthem) is making grant funding available to community-based organizations (CBO’s) in Anthem’s current Medi-Cal Counties in California to address food insecurity.
Anthem is making a minimum of $400,000 in 2025 available under this program. Anthem is anticipating making awards to at least 40 organizations in the amount of $10,000 per organization through this RFP. Organizations are allowed to submit proposals for up to $10,000 per proposal.
Due: Saturday, May 31, 2025
Survey Here
Alameda County needs your feedback! As part of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) planning process, we’re seeking community input. BHSA, which replaces the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA), is funded by a 1% income tax on personal income over $1 million. It prioritizes services for individuals with significant mental health needs, includes substance use disorder treatment, expands housing interventions, and addresses workforce issues. We value your ideas and solutions to help prioritize needs. The survey has 31 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous and optional. Please contact us for questions. Thank you!
Point of Contact:
Email: bhsa@acgov.org
Due: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Apply Here
The Estuary Youth Council is a paid environmental and climate leadership program for youth ages 17–24 from marginalized communities in the San Francisco Bay-Delta. The 2025 cohort will include nine participants hosted by Mycelium Youth Network, Nuestra Casa, and Restore the Delta. The hybrid program runs from June to December 2025 and includes field trips, mentorship, career development, and a capstone project. Participants will receive $800 per month, totaling $5,200. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.
Due: Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
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The Frederick M. Roberts Scholarship, named in honor of California’s first African American state legislator, was created to expand college access and offer meaningful support to deserving California students as they pursue their academic goals. As a proud tradition of the California Legislative Black Caucus, this scholarship demonstrates a lasting commitment to investing in the success and potential of California’s youth. For more information, visit here.
Due: Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Apply Here
The Minerva Scholarship Program was established by Women in California Leadership to support the advancement of women across the State of California. Launched in 2015, the foundation was created to empower women and improve the lives of women and girls. In line with this mission, the foundation provides scholarships to promising women to help them achieve their educational goals. For more information, please visit here.
Due: Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Apply Here
The California Arts Council (CAC) has launched its 2025 grant season, opening seven grant opportunities for eligible arts organizations across California. Applications are now being accepted through June 5, 2025. These programs aim to expand access to the arts, particularly in underserved communities, and support small or first-time grantees. The CAC, California’s only statewide public arts funder, is committed to strengthening arts, culture, and creative expression. Grants range from general operating support to funding for youth programs, folk arts, and county arts agencies. Full program details and application guidelines are available here.
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The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) is proposing changes to its water and wastewater rates for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027. In compliance with Proposition 218, a public hearing will be held in person and online. A link for virtual participation will be made available 72 hours prior to the meeting. All property owners within the EBMUD service area will receive a notice at least 45 days before the hearing, detailing the proposed rate changes and providing information on how to participate.
Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Time: 1:15 p.m.
Location: East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) Boardroom
(375 11th Street, Oakland, CA 94607)
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Due Date: Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Awards Announced: Friday, July 11, 2025
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Kaiser Permanente is committed to supporting programs that promote community health and well-being. Through our local sponsorship program, we fund initiatives that strengthen and enhance services addressing health needs across our communities. The 2025 Sponsorship Funding Cycle 2 is now open for applications. We are accepting proposals for programs and events taking place in 2025. Applicants will be notified within five business days of submission, and those meeting all deadlines will receive a decision by July 11, 2025.
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Effective July 1, 2025, Alameda-Contra Costa Transit (AC Transit) will implement a modest fare adjustment to support the sustainability of its bus network. This decision follows the conclusion of temporary pandemic relief funds and is part of a broader strategy to address a projected four-year budget shortfall of $238 million. The fare increase is expected to generate $4.1 million in revenue for the fiscal year 2025–26, helping to bridge the funding gap while minimizing impacts on riders. AC Transit is also pursuing new sustainable funding sources and internal cost-saving measures to preserve and enhance service for the community. For more information, please visit here.
Due: Thursday, July 31, 2025
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The East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) is launching the development of its next District Plan and invites the public to provide input through a survey. Printed surveys in English, Spanish, and Chinese are available at visitor centers or by calling (510) 544-2325. The District Plan will guide long-term decisions on parklands, climate change response, wildfire mitigation, and more. Public feedback is essential to shaping the future of East Bay parks. Additional engagement opportunities will follow. Help influence the vision for over 73 parks and 1,330 miles of trails across the East Bay. For more information, please visit here.
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The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District’s Foundation offers limited scholarships to assist individuals with financial needs. Scholarships are awarded based on need and available funds. To apply, complete and submit the application along with a registration form to the District Office. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee space in the requested program. All information will remain confidential.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must reside within the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (Hayward, Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Hayward Acres, Fairview, Cherryland, Ashland).
- One scholarship per applicant per calendar year.
- Scholarships are primarily for youth, as funds allow.
For more information, please email scholarships@haywardrec.org or visit here.
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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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