June 2025

Table of Contents

• News and Updates
• District 3 Cities and Unincorporated Communities Highlights
• District 3 June Events
• Upcoming Events
• Announcements, Applications, Surveys, and Resources

News and Updates

Dear District 3 Community,

June 2025 was a month of pride, reflection, and community across Alameda County. We celebrated Juneteenth and LGBTQ+ Pride with flag-raising ceremonies, marches, and a special Board of Supervisors observance. We honored Women Veterans, raised awareness of elder abuse, and marked the Social Services Agency’s 50th anniversary. Community events such as the San Leandro Cherry Festival, the Alameda County Fire Department Recruit Academy Graduation, and World Refugee and Immigrant Day brought us together. We also launched youth summer meals, welcomed a new EV charging station, and stood up for civil rights.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has approved the First 5 Measure C 5-Year Plan, unlocking nearly $1 billion in investments for early care and education. Starting immediately, child care providers can apply for one-time emergency grants ranging from $40,000 to $100,000. Please visit their website for details here. This plan marks a transformative moment for families and early educators in Alameda County. Learn more in the newsletter below.

On June 26, 2025, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a $5.1 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025–2026, addressing a $106 million deficit through vacant position eliminations, use of prior savings, and new revenue. County Administrator Susan S. Muranishi emphasized the budget’s strategic focus amid potential economic challenges and reduced federal and state funding. It includes significant allocations for salaries, behavioral health, housing, and municipal services. While the budget avoids layoffs and service cuts, public criticism highlighted limited opportunities for input. In response, supervisors pledged to improve transparency and increase community engagement in future budget processes.

Alameda County voters narrowly approved Measure W in 2020, increasing the sales tax by half a percent to fund programs that address homelessness and strengthen the County’s social safety net. How these funds will be distributed is scheduled to be discussed at the Alameda County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 22, 2025. The meeting agenda, including the exact time of the discussion, will be posted by July 18, 2025, on the County’s website here.

Everyone in Alameda County, regardless of immigration status, deserves to feel safe, respected, and protected. It is essential to understand your rights and to be aware of the support resources available to you. In this newsletter, you will find important information about the red cards provided by the Immigration Legal Resource Center (ILRC), as well as resources from the Alameda County Immigrant Legal Education Partnership (ACILEP). We encourage you to read further and stay informed.

Come visit us at the following upcoming events!

Alameda County Behavioral Health Department’s Spring Care Fair Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Wilma Chan Park (810 Jackson St, Oakland, CA 94607)

City of Alameda Fourth of July Parade Date: Friday, July 4, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: 2333 Lincoln Ave, Alameda, CA 94501

Coffee with Alameda County Supervisor Lena Tam Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Location: Alameda County District 3 Office (103 Callan Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577)

Downtown San Leandro Farmers' Market Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025 Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location: San Leandro Main Public Library Parking Lot (300 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, 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

District 3 Cities and Unincorporated Communities Highlights

City of Alameda: Rent Program Report: $125,000 Recovered for Tenants from Invalid Rent Hikes

The City of Alameda’s 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.

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

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.

View this Annual Report here.

Download and share the press release here.

City of Oakland: Fiscal Year 2025-2027 Budget Adoption

On June 11, 2025, the Oakland City Council voted to adopt a 2025-2027 biennial budget. The Council passed the Mayor's Proposed Budget (released May 5) with Amendments prepared by the City Council Budget Team (included in the June 11 Council meeting agenda). A final consolidated budget document is being prepared now and will be published soon. For more information, please visit here.

City of San Leandro: Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Biennial Budget

The City of San Leandro's Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Biennial Budget outlines key priorities, services, and capital projects for the upcoming fiscal year, running from July 1 to June 30. The budget development process begins in November and includes public input, study sessions, and Council workshops. It incorporates both the City’s operating budget and the Two-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), with funding approved during adoption. A public hearing and potential budget adoption are scheduled for June 2, 2025. If not adopted on that date, final approval will occur on June 16, 2025. For questions, contact the Finance Department. For more information, please visit here.

City of San Leandro: San Leandro Family Aquatic Center Reopens June 14 with New Features and Extended Season

The City of San Leandro is proud to announce the grand reopening of the San Leandro Family Aquatic Center (SLFAC) on June 14, 2025, located in Washington Manor Park at 14900 Zelma Street, San Leandro, CA. Following a temporary closure, the center is back with exciting new features and an extended season running through September 28, 2025. 

This summer, visitors can enjoy a variety of upgrades, including a brand-new AquaPlay structure, expanded shaded seating, and enhanced amenities. With a heated pool, zero-depth entry activity pool, 17-foot water slide, lap lanes, and dedicated water play and relaxation areas, SLFAC offers something for everyone. Perfect for families, fitness swimmers, and anyone looking to beat the heat, the center offers swimming lessons and recreational swim sessions for all ages and abilities. 

San Leandro Resident registration opens on Saturday, May 10, at 9:00 AM. Register online at SanLeandroRec.org or in person at the Marina Community Center, located at 15301 Wicks Blvd. San Leandro. Customer service hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Check out the City’s Activity Guides—your go-to resource for seasonal programs and events—available at SanLeandro.org/ActivityGuides. 

Follow the Recreation and Parks Department on social media for additional updates and announcements: Instagram @RecandParksSL and facebook.com/sanleandrorec 

For more information, contact Customer Service at 510-577-3462 or slrec@sanleandro.org.

Unincorporated Communities: It's Official! Alameda County's Urban Unincorporated Communities are officially recognized by the United States Postal Service!

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

• 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.
• No Change to ZIP Codes: ZIP Codes in the County’s unincorporated communities remain the same, ensuring uninterrupted mail service.
• 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.
• 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.

Unincorporated Communities: Alameda County Public Works Agency Updates

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.

The W. Sunset Blvd project is currently in the design phase, with an anticipated completion target in Fiscal Year 2026.

SUN Bucks Summer Food Program

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.

Free Summer Meals for Youth

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))
• Locations:
  • Alameda Point Collaborative (2471 Orion St, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday - Friday, 06/09/2025 - 08/08/2025
    • Time:
      • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Academy of Alameda (401 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday - Friday, 06/11/2025 - 08/01/2025
    • Time:
      • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Alameda Boys & Girls Club (1900 3rd St, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday - Friday, 06/16/2025 - 08/01/2025
    • Time: 
      • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Shinsei Garden Apartments (401 Willie Stargell Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday Only, 06/16/2025 - 08/01/2025
    • Time:
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Ruby Bridges Elementary School (351 Jack London Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday - Friday, 06/23/2025 - 07/18/2025
    • Time:
      • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Academy of Alameda (401 Pacific Ave, Alameda, CA 94501)
    • Date: Monday - Friday, 06/11/2025 - 08/01/2025
    • Time:
      • Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
      • Lunch: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• 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

• List of 2025 Summer Food Service Sites
• 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)

• Dates: Monday - Friday, 06/16/2025 - 07/18/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
• Time:
• Breakfast: 8:15 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.
• Lunch: 12:15 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• Locations:
• Jefferson Elementary School (14300 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94578)
• Bancroft Middle School (1150 Bancroft Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577)

• Dates: Monday - Friday, 06/16/2025 - 08/07/2025 (Closed on June 19 (Juneteenth) and July 4 (Independence Day))
• Time: 12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m. (Lunch Only)
• Locations:
• Chabot Camp (Estudillo Ave, Sylvian Cir, San Leandro, CA 94577)
• Halcyon Park (1245 147th Ave, San Leandro, CA 94578)
• Cherry Grove Park (1600 Williams St, San Leandro, CA 94577)
• Website

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

Summer Reading Programs

Alameda County Library (San Lorenzo and Hayward Acres)

• Dates: 06/01/2025 - 08/01/2025
• Locations: Various Locations
• Register Here

Alameda Free Library

• Dates: 06/01/2025 - 07/31/2025
• Locations: Various Locations
• Register Here

Oakland Public Library

• Dates: 05/24/2025 - 08/02/2025
• Locations: Various Locations
• Register Here

San Leandro Public Library

• Dates: 06/02/2025 - 07/31/2025
• Locations: Various Locations
• Register Here

Discover & Go: Free and Low-Cost Passes for Museums and More!

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.

• Alameda County Library Discover & Go
• Alameda Free Library Discover & Go
• Oakland Public Library Discover & Go
• San Leandro Public Library Discover & Go

District 3 June Events

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.

• 2025.06.02 Alameda County Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
• 2025.06.03 AC BOS Alameda County Social Services Agency's 50th Anniversary
• 2025.06.03 AC BOS Elder Abuse Awareness Month
• 2025.06.03 AC BOS Women Veterans Recognition Day
• 2025.06.06 Oakland Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
• 2025.06.06 Alameda County Fire Department Recruit Academy Graduation
• 2025.06.06 Night on the Town with Alameda County Food Bank and Oakland Museum of California
• 2025.06.06 Port of Oakland Harbor Tour
• 2025.06.07 San Leandro Cherry Festival and Parade
• 2025.06.07 San Leandro Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
• 2025.06.11 Free Summer Meals for Youth in San Lorenzo
• 2025.06.12 San Lorenzo Villages Homes Association Coffee Club for Seniors
• 2025.06.12 Alameda County Fair’s Garden Party
• 2025.06.12 Women Veterans Recognition Day
• 2025.06.12 Leadership San Leandro
• 2025.06.12 Major League Cricket at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum
• 2025.06.14 San Leandro Family Aquatic Center Ribbon Cutting
• 2025.06.14 World Refugee and Immigrant Day
• 2025.06.14 No Kings Rallies in Oakland, Alameda, and San Leandro
• 2025.06.17 AC BOS June and LGBTQ+ Pride Monthteenth
• 2025.06.21 LGBTQ Communities Civil Rights March and Rally
• 2025.06.24 WattEV Charging Station Groundbreaking Event
• 2025.06.27 Lavender Seniors Archive Display Unveiling and Reception

Upcoming Events

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.

Alameda County Homeless Resource and Job Fair

Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location: Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum

(7000 S Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621)

Point of Contact:

Rochelle Baxter-Green

Email: rbgreen@acgov.org

Lend a Hand Foundation’s 26th Annual Stay in School Packing Event

Lend A Hand Foundation will host its 26th Annual Stay in School Supply Kits Packing Event at the Cypress Mandela Training Center in Oakland. Over 6,000 free educational kits will be packed by volunteers for Bay Area students, with an additional 6,000 packed by a fulfillment partner. Acclaimed saxophonist Ayo Brame will join the event for a special meet and greet. This initiative, supported by key community sponsors, continues the Foundation’s mission to uplift underserved youth and families through education and year-round support services.

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Program & Lunch: 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)

Location: Cypress Mandela Training Center

(977 66th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621)

Point of Contact:

Name: Dee Johnson

Phone: (510) 978-3458

Back-to-School Shoe Giveaway and Health and Community Fair

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Location: Oakland Arena

(7000 S Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621)

Register Here

Announcements, Applications, Surveys, and Resources

Alameda County District 3 New Staff: Michael MaNguyen

Michael MaNguyen is a Supervisor’s Assistant in the Alameda County District 3 office. He graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Data Science. Before joining the County, he was involved in collegiate esports, where he gained experience in team operations and digital content creation. In his free time, Michael enjoys videography and photography.

Alameda County Firework Safety

Alameda County Firework Laws

All FIREWORKS are PROHIBITED in ALAMEDA COUNTY, with the following exceptions:

Use Requires:

• A public display conducted by a licensed pyrotechnic operator
• Approval from the local fire department

Safe and Sane Fireworks are only permitted in Dublin, Newark, and Union City.

• Must be used within the city where purchased, as required by each city’s use ordinance
• All other cities in Alameda County do NOT permit the use of Safe and Sane Fireworks.

The house you save could be your own!

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office reminds the public that all fireworks—including those labeled “safe and sane”—are illegal in Unincorporated Alameda County. We urge everyone to prioritize safety and celebrate responsibly. Protecting the wellbeing of our community is our top priority.

As the Fourth of July draws near, let’s remember to celebrate responsibly and keep our neighborhoods safe! Hear from Detective Kristin Feagley about the laws in Alameda County and the consequences of fireworks misuse.

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office will have additional resources deployed to address illegal fireworks activity. Please use our non-emergency line at (510) 667-7721 to report illegal fireworks, and reserve 9-1-1 for emergencies only.

Know Your Rights and Immigration Resources

Know Your Rights and immigration resources can be accessed here. On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, we hosted Know Your Rights Virtual Workshop for Alameda County Community-Based Service Providers. The presentation slides can be accessed here. The recording can be accessed here. Please note that the video has been translated into over 25 languages using YouTube’s auto-translation feature, but there may be some inaccuracies. To use YouTube’s transcription and translation features, enable captions by clicking the “CC” button, then click the gear-shaped Settings icon, select “Subtitles/CC,” and choose the language you want to display as subtitles.

Here is the Post-Meeting Summary from the Know Your Rights Virtual Workshop for Alameda County Community-Based Service Providers. The summary is available in English, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, and Thai.

Spanish (Español):

Puede acceder a los recursos sobre Conozca sus Derechos e inmigración aquí. El miércoles 5 de marzo de 2025, organizamos un Taller Virtual "Conozca sus Derechos" para Proveedores de Servicios Comunitarios del Condado de Alameda. Las diapositivas de la presentación se pueden acceder aquí. La grabación se puede acceder aquí. Tenga en cuenta que el video ha sido traducido a más de 25 idiomas utilizando la función de traducción automática de YouTube, pero puede haber algunas imprecisiones. Para utilizar las funciones de transcripción y traducción de YouTube, habilite los subtítulos haciendo clic en el botón "CC", luego haga clic en el ícono de Configuración en forma de engranaje, seleccione "Subtítulos/CC" y elija el idioma que desea ver como subtítulo.

Aquí está el resumen posterior a la reunión del Taller Virtual "Conozca sus Derechos" para Proveedores de Servicios Comunitarios del Condado de Alameda. El resumen está disponible en inglés, español, chino tradicional y tailandés.

Traditional Chinese (繁體中文):

您可以在此處查閱有關「了解您的權利」和移民資源的資訊。2025年3月5日（星期三），我們為阿拉米達縣的社區服務提供者舉辦了一場「了解您的權利」線上論壇專為阿拉米達縣社區服務提供者。簡報幻燈片可以在此處訪問。會議錄影可以在此處訪問。請注意，該視頻已使用YouTube的自動翻譯功能翻譯成超過25種語言，但可能會有一些不準確的情況。若要使用YouTube的字幕和翻譯功能，請點擊「CC」按鈕啟用字幕，然後點擊齒輪形狀的設置圖標，選擇「字幕/CC」，並選擇您希望顯示的語言。

以下是「了解您的權利」線上論壇專為阿拉米達縣社區服務提供者的會後總結，提供英語、西班牙語、繁體中文和泰語版本。

Measure C Moves Forward

Measure C 5-Year Plan Receives Final Approval

We are celebrating a historic milestone for the future of our community. Today, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted to approve First 5’s Measure C 5-Year Plan, marking the final step in unlocking urgently needed investments for families, caregivers, and early educators.

In Alameda County, an area more populous than 11 states and one of the 10 most diverse counties in the nation, we now have an unprecedented opportunity to transform how children and families are served and supported. Over the next five years, Measure C will provide nearly a billion dollars in investments to build a robust early care and education system.

And we are getting started immediately. Beginning tomorrow, First 5 Alameda County will start accepting grant applications from child care providers to get critical funds into the community as soon as possible. Visit the First 5 website to learn more about the First 5 Early Care and Education Emergency Grant and how to apply.

Measure C Investments

Measure C Will Fund:

One-time Emergency Grants

• One-time emergency grants between $40,000 - $100,000 for child care providers with applications opening tomorrow. Around 80% of providers in the county (over 1,600 sites) are eligible for a total investment of over $80 million. 

A $25/Hour Wage Floor

• A wage floor of at least $25/hour in Year 2 will raise wages for an estimated 3,000 early educators (estimated annual wage increases up to $25,000). 

2,400 New Subsidized Child Care Slots

• 2,400 new subsidized child care slots to expand access to care for families and provide new income for local providers. 

Increased Funding for Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers

• Increased funding for Family, Friend, and Neighbor caregivers, including $4,000 Relief Grants in Year 1 and a ~$500 monthly voucher enhancement in Year 2 for an estimated 2,500 caregivers.

Significant Family-Serving Investments

• Significant family-serving investments in Year 1, including $1 million for inclusion supports, $5 million for community-based Family Resource Centers and $1.5 million for navigation to connect families to child care and community resources.

Alameda County Partners Awarded $130.4M to Support Treatment for People with Significant Behavioral Health Needs

Alameda County has been awarded $130.4 million from the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to strengthen mental health and substance use treatment infrastructure across the county. These funds will be allocated directly to Alameda County partners and community-based providers to support the following projects:

• $14.8M to develop a Substance Use Disorder Detoxification Unit (ASAM Level 3.7) at San Leandro Hospital in San Leandro
• $62.4M to develop an Integrated Medical-Psychiatric Unit (MPU) at St. Rose Hospital in Hayward
• $32M for Bay Area Community Services (BACS) to develop an 83-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) in Hayward
• $21.2M for Horizon Services to develop the Telegraph Recovery Center, a 103-bed, state-of-the-art, multi-level substance use treatment facility in North Oakland

These projects represent critical investments in the health and well-being of Alameda County residents. We are proud of the ongoing work of our community-based organizations and health care partners.

Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless Mobile Health and Dental Health Clinics

Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless' mobile clinic, in collaboration with Alameda Health System (AHS), provides urgent care, care coordination, and referrals to community resources. Services are offered free of charge to people experiencing homelessness and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

View the Mobile Health Clinic and Mobile Dental Health Clinic schedules here.

Staff from Alameda Health System and Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless (ACHCH) include a medical provider, medical assistant, social worker, registration clerk, and van driver. Together, they provide friendly, accessible care and connect patients to ongoing primary care at AHS or other community clinics.

Learn more about the new AHS Dental Mobile Van pilot program here.

For more information, please call (510) 437-5086 or visit Alameda Health System.

Linnet Corner Unhoused Veterans Interest Form

Apply Here

Linnet Corner provides an opportunity for unhoused, disabled veterans aged 62 and older to live in a furnished studio or one-bedroom apartment in a convenient Alameda location. The property is set to open in September 2025 and is within walking distance of public transit, shopping, parks, and more. Each unit includes a private kitchen and bathroom. Resident services and a free transit pass are included. Rent is 30 percent of income, with all utilities except electricity covered. A $500 security deposit is required. Veterans of any discharge status are eligible. Homeless status must be verified. Please do not visit the site, as it is currently under construction.

Point of Contact:

Phone: (510) 747-4332

Email: linnetcorner@alamedahsg.org

Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay (VACCEB)

The Vietnamese American Community Center of the East Bay (VACCEB), based in San Leandro (198 E 14th St, San Leandro, CA 94577), has served immigrant and refugee communities, particularly Southeast Asians, for over 30 years. By offering wraparound services including ESL and citizenship classes, digital literacy, employment support, legal and information assistance, food distribution, and senior wellness activities, VACCEB helps newcomers gain stability and thrive in their new home.

Education & Digital Skills

Free ESL and citizenship classes, plus hands-on digital literacy courses using Chromebooks and tablets, equip clients with tools to navigate daily life and build independence.

Food Security & Health

Each week, VACCEB distributes fresh grocery bags and hot meals to low-income seniors. Free community health fairs offer vaccines, health screenings, and multilingual workshops on dementia, tobacco cessation, and mental health.

Employment & Advocacy

Clients receive job coaching, resume and interview prep, financial literacy, and pro-clothing. VACCEB also advocates on systemic issues like asian hate, affecting immigrant and low-income communities.

Impact & Recognition

With over 6,000 individuals served annually, VACCEB is a trusted anchor in the East Bay. The organization was honored as District 20’s Nonprofit of the Year, received the Red Cross Good Neighbor and Partnership Award, and won the AANHPI Innovation Award for its culturally responsive programs.

Point of Contact:

Annalise Inamine

Program Manager

Email: ainamine@vacceb.org

Website

Become a Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Volunteer!

Apply Here

“I became a CASA volunteer because I remember how lonely and frightening foster care was. When you're a CASA, you can tell a child that you'll always be there for them.”

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Alameda County pairs trained volunteers with foster youth to provide consistent, one-on-one support. After receiving free training, volunteers become skilled advocates, often the only stable adult in a child’s life. CASA was founded by a judge who recognized the urgent need for dedicated adults to speak up for children in foster care.

Despite the impact, only 25% of eligible youth currently receive support. At any given time, 30 to 50 young people, most of whom are youth of color, are waiting to be matched with a CASA. That’s why ACCASA is working to expand and diversify its volunteer base, so more youth can connect with someone who understands and represents their lived experience.

You can be the difference in a child's life. Become a CASA volunteer today.

Alameda-Contra Costa Transit (AC Transit) Fare Changes

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.

Save with Clipper! Clipper is the only way to receive fare discounts. It’s also the most convenient way to pay. Riders can use Clipper Cards or Clipper mobile to tag and go – no cash needed!

Eligible riders can save significantly with the following programs:

• Clipper START: 50% off adult single-ride fares for eligible riders
• Youth, seniors, and riders with disabilities: 50% off adult single-ride fares

Learn about discounts and how to apply.

Coming Soon: Next Generation Clipper will include free local-to-local transfers on AC Transit!

Every Fare Preserves Us

Please remember to pay your fare every time you board. Whether by Clipper or cash, every ride supports the service you count on.

Thank you for riding with AC Transit.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E): Better Together Nature Positive Innovation Grant Program

Due: Friday, July 18, 2025

Apply Here

The Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) Corporation Foundation is offering $100,000 grants to one project in each of five regions, focusing on land stewardship, air quality, or water stewardship. Priority will be given to projects that serve disadvantaged or vulnerable communities. Grants may support any phase of a project, including planning, design, construction, education, or coordination.

East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) Public Input Survey

Due: Thursday, July 31, 2025

Survey Here

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.

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District’s Foundation Scholarship Program

Apply Here

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.

Community Resources

Subscribe to AC BOS District 3 Newsletter

Subscribe to AC BOS District 3 Weekly Meeting Reminders

211 Alameda County (Call 2-1-1 or Text 898211): 211alamedacounty.org

Alameda County Boards, Commissions, and Committees: Apply Here

Alameda County Agencies and Departments

Alameda County Community Food Bank (ACCFB): Food Pantry Finder

Alameda County General Services Agency (GSA): Accessing Government Funding & Contracting Opportunities

Alameda County Health (ACH)

Alameda County Housing Portal: Affordable Housing Rentals

Alameda County Housing Secure: Tenant and Landlord Housing Resources

Alameda County Human Resource Services (HRS): Job Portal - Apply Here

Alameda County Language Access Solutions

Alameda County Law Library

Alameda County Public Works Agency (ACPWA): Request Services/Report a Problem

Alameda County Registrar of Voters: Register to Vote

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 | VITA Free Tax Preparation Services

Alameda County Treasurer-Tax Collector: Property Tax Portal

Alameda County Weather Advisory, Warming and Cooling Centers, and Resources for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness

Alameda County Workforce Development Board: Job Resources

Alameda Health System

Community Resources: Other Resources

COVID-19

Eden Area Municipal Advisory Council (EMAC)

Emergency Preparedness Resources: AC Alert and Other Emergency Resources

Employment Development Department (EDD)

Events: Community Events

Government Agency Contact List: Contact List

Mental Wellness Resources

Unincorporated Community Resources

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。

County Office: 1221 Oak Street, Suite 536, Oakland, CA 94612
District Office: 103 Callan Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577
Phone: (510) 272-6693
Email: bos.district3@acgov.org
Website: https://district3.acgov.org