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Dear District 1,
It’s hard to believe January is already coming to an end! We’ve started the year by working to support some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
This month, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors proclaimed January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. This proclamation reaffirms our commitment to survivor-centered, prevention-driven approaches that advance dignity, safety, healing, and stability for all individuals impacted by human trafficking.
I also had the opportunity to meet with Tri-Valley community and faith leaders from across District 1 to listen, learn, and discuss how we can better support our diverse communities. Details can be found below.
This edition of our newsletter introduces a new series spotlighting outstanding community members who are making a difference in District 1! Be sure to explore the updates below to stay connected with events, resources, and opportunities throughout District 1 and Alameda County.
As always, if there is anything that my office can do to assist you regarding County-specific matters, please feel free to reach out at bosdist1@acgov.org.
Sincerely,
David G. Haubert
Alameda County Supervisor
District 1
District 1 is seeking a Livermore resident to join our Dublin and
Fremont Commissioners as a representative on the
Alameda County Arts Commission.
County commissions play a vital role in shaping policy and ensuring that community voices are heard and represented.
To apply, please visit:
Alameda County Boards, Commissions & Committees
I was thrilled to meet last week with 64 faith and nonprofit leaders from across the Tri-Valley community to listen, learn, and discuss how we can better support our communities.
I was proud to host this quarterly meeting alongside our Homeless, Housing, and Senior Services Coordinator, Gloria Gregory, and to speak at the event alongside Pleasanton Mayor Jack Balch and Livermore Mayor John Marchand.
We heard from leaders like Erin McGrath from Cornerstone Fellowship, who shared information about their Friday morning outreach efforts to provide free meals, showers, and a variety of other resources to unhoused populations throughout the Tri-Valley.
The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program offers free tax preparation services for individuals and families who meet income eligibility requirements, including low- to moderate-income taxpayers.
You can sign up for an appointment and check your eligibility at the following locations:
Tri-Valley Career Center
City of Fremont
Livermore Library
In addition, the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program provides free tax assistance for those who qualify, with a special focus on taxpayers age 50 and older with low to moderate income. You do not need to be an AARP member to use this service.
Find locations here:
East Bay Tax-Aide Locations
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January 22, 2026
Troy Espera
ACHealth-PIO@acgov.org |
Alameda County would like to thank the 1,300+ volunteers who participated in the biennial Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. The PIT Count is a federally mandated one-day snapshot of sheltered and unsheltered individuals experiencing homelessness. The count, led by AC Health H&H and the Oakland-Berkeley-Alameda County Continuum of Care (CoC), began at 5 a.m. across the county.
Jonathan Russell, AC Health H&H Director, said, “To have more than 1,300 people come out at 5 in the morning to canvas the streets is simply amazing. It’s clear that Alameda County residents understand the value of this initiative and care deeply about supporting solutions for their
unhoused neighbors. This shows the compassion, empathy, and care of our community—I couldn’t be more proud.”
Data from the PIT Count helps guide funding and policy decisions. The 2024 count showed overall homelessness fell 3%, and unsheltered residents dropped 11% since 2022. The 2026 count will inform implementation of the Home Together 2030 Plan and Measure W Home Together Fund, which support prevention, shelter, housing, and improved system access and coordination. In July 2025, the Board of Supervisors designated 80% of annual revenues from Measure W, a half-cent sales tax passed in 2020, to advance the goals of the Home Together Plan. To date, Alameda County has invested over $105M in permanent supportive housing and shelters, with more investments planned in the coming months.
Learn more at Health.AlamedaCountyCA.gov.
 ARTSFUND Grant Program – Applications Open Through February 5, 2026
The Alameda County Arts Commission’s 2026 ARTSFUND Grant Program is now accepting applications from nonprofit arts and cultural organizations based in Alameda County. Standard grant awards are $2,500. Applications are due Thursday, February 5, 2026, by 5:00 PM.
Apply online at arts.acgov.org/artsfund.
The program supports a wide range of arts programs—including visual arts, dance, music, theater, literature, and media arts. Last year, 140 local nonprofits received ARTSFUND grants, helping to strengthen our community through the arts.
To assist applicants, the Arts Commission will host webinars, with a pre-recorded video available online anytime. For details on joining live webinars, watching recordings, and learning more about the program, visit click here.
For questions, contact the Arts Commission at artscommission@acgov.org or (510) 208-9646.
 Date: Friday, February 13, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Oakland Asian Cultural Center
388 9th St Suite 290, Oakland, CA 94607
Register: Click here to register
Language Access: Interpreters will be available
Space is limited—reserve your spot today.
Registration is now open for the Tri-Valley Career Center’s annual
Spring Job and Apprenticeship Career Fair!
Vendor Registration
Job Seeker Registration
More information can be found on the TVCC website.
Important Resources
Affordable Housing Resources
Doorway Housing Portable
http://achousingchoices.org/
Learn more about affordable housing in Fremont by visiting the City’s Affordable Housing webpage. To receive information when affordable housing opportunities become available in Fremont, sign up for the City’s Affordable Housing Interest List.
Utility Assistance
Help for Power Bills: Ava Community Energy, Fremont's electricity provider, has an Energy Bill Payment Assistance web page. It is designed to help you better understand what programs are available and the eligibility requirements for each. You can enroll in the program that is right for you. Visit their website to learn more.
Help with Water Bills: Alameda County Water District Help on Tap customer assistance program provides qualifying single-family residential accounts a $63.75 credit on their bi-monthly water service charge. Credit will be applied upon approval of your application. Learn more.
Tri-Valley Critical Services Resources
Check out our website to learn more about critical services in the Tri-Valley!
https://district1.acgov.org/tri-valley-critical-services/
Find food resources here:
Tri-Valley Food Resources | District 1 | Board of Supervisors | Alameda County
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