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Dear Alameda County District 3 Community,
As March comes to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on our Women’s Recognition Event held at our District Office in San Leandro. It was a privilege to celebrate the inspiring women leaders who make a difference every day across District 3. Community members, local leaders, and honorees came together to share stories of service, leadership, and the meaningful work being done throughout Alameda County.
This year, we were proud to recognize the following outstanding women for their contributions to our community:
- Community Leadership: Yesenia Sanchez, AC Sherriff
- Extraordinary Entrepreneur: Kelly Lux, Alameda State Farm Insurance
- Innovative Community Solutions: June Lee, Maru
- Inspirational Artist: Phoenyx Rose, Vocalist and First Lady HipHopTV
- Trailblazer: Rowena Brown, Oakland Councilmember At-Large
- Socially Responsible: Yuliana Wiser-Leon, Alameda County Behavioral Health Board
- Social Justice & Equity: Marlene Hurd, Consumer Affairs Commission
Their dedication reflects the values at the heart of Alameda County Vision 2036: building a community where opportunity, safety, and support are within reach for all.
Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring these remarkable women and the impact they continue to make throughout District 3.
Photo: Group Photo from Office of Supervisor Lena Tam's Women's History Month Recognition Event
As we continue to respond to the impacts of HR 1, the so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," Alameda County is navigating difficult decisions to protect our public health system. The law’s substantial cuts to Medicaid threaten the financial stability of Alameda Health System, which relies on Medicaid for 60% of its operating revenue across its four public hospitals. With more than 410,000 Alameda County residents covered by Medi-Cal, these cuts affect not only those who directly receive care but also the health and well-being of our entire community.
In December, Alameda Health System informed the Board of Supervisors that it might need to eliminate several hundred positions before the end of the fiscal year and reduce its budget by approximately $100 million annually over the next three years. After carefully weighing the impacts these reductions would have on patients, workers, and programs such as Intensive Outpatient Programs, the Board voted on March 3 to temporarily pause nearly 250 planned layoffs and delay cuts that had been scheduled to begin on March 9.
The Board also established an ad hoc committee with Supervisors Nate Miley and Nikki Fortunato Bas to work alongside hospital leadership, labor representatives, and other stakeholders to identify alternatives and address the health system’s budget shortfall in the coming fiscal years. The Board also directed the County Administrator, Auditor, and interim director of AC Health to continue exploring options to preserve critical behavioral health services, including Intensive Outpatient Programs. I also introduced a motion directing Alameda Health System to establish a 24-hour information line to receive and respond to complaints from individuals eligible for services under state law.
The financial challenges ahead are real, but we remain committed to protecting access to care and strengthening the safety net on which so many Alameda County residents depend.
We want to hear from you! Please share your feedback on how our office can best communicate updates, events, and resources by completing this short survey: https://forms.office.com/g/sZpG6gsGQh
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Spanish (Español):
Encuesta de Participación del Distrito 3 del Condado de Alameda
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Traditional Chinese (繁體中文):
阿拉米達縣第 3 區社區參與調查
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We encourage you to take a moment to read through the entire newsletter, which contains important information, including key highlights from District 3 cities and unincorporated communities, local resources, scholarship opportunities, grants, upcoming events, 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
Active civic engagement is essential to a strong democracy, and participating in the California Primary Election is one of the most direct ways to make your voice heard!
Election day for the California Primary Elections is June 2, 2026! The last day to register to vote is May 18, 2026.
- Ballots will be mailed by May 4, 2026.
- Ballot drop-off locations open on May 5, 2026.
- Vote-by-mail ballots can be returned by mail, at a drop-off location, or your county elections office.
- Vote centers open for early in-person voting in all Voter’s Choice Act counties beginning on May 23, 2026.
- Vote-by-mail ballots must be postmarked on or before Election Day and received by June 9, 2026.
Not registered yet? Visit registertovote.ca.gov to register online.
If your name, address, or political party has changed since the last time you voted, you will need to re-register to vote.
If you or someone you know needs immigration or legal help please familiarize yourself with the Alameda County Immigration Legal & Education Partnership (ACILEP) website and hotline, which provide critical information about your rights, with flyers available in English, Spanish (Español), Chinese (中文), Tagalog, and Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt). Please visit their website for details.
Message from the Alameda County Immigration Legal and Education Partnership (ACILEP):
Alameda County Immigration Legal and Education Partnership (ACILEP) is aware of reported plans to deploy federal agents to the San Francisco Bay Area. Our regional rapid response networks are prepared to respond from a place of power, not panic.
Over the past year, we have seen how these operations destabilize neighborhoods, provoke conflict, and place everyone in harm’s way. In these moments, our focus must remain on solidarity, community safety, due process, non-violent resistance, and a refusal to accept authoritarian violence.
These raids harm far more than immigrant communities, they endanger everyone’s constitutional rights and undermine the safety, trust, and economic health of our region. As a community, we must stand together.
For verified updates, follow ACILEP on social media. Please avoid sharing unverified reports, instead, call your local rapid response hotline to confirm or report any ICE activity. The ACILEP hotline - (510) 241-4011 - will remain active and responding throughout the weekend.
If you’re concerned about your rights or safety, visit acilep.org for legal information and resources. The ACLU also provides guidance on What to Do When Encountering Questions from Law Enforcement.
We know this is an uncertain and stressful time. This is a moment for power, not panic. Our focus is on being informed and prepared, not afraid.
If you or someone you know might be impacted, here are five ways to protect yourself and your loved ones right now:
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Know Your Rights
- You have the right to remain silent.
- You do not have to open the door unless officers present a warrant signed by a judge.
- You have the right to speak to a lawyer.
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Know Your Rapid Response Hotline Number
- For Alameda County, memorize the ACILEP hotline: (510) 241-4011.
- ACILEP will be operating and monitoring calls throughout the weekend.
- Other Rapid Response Networks in the Bay Area:
- Contra Costa County: (925) 900-5151
- San Francisco: (415) 200-1548
- San Mateo County: (203) 666-4472
- Santa Clara County: (408) 290-1144
- Be prepared to share as many details and photos as possible (Size/strength of operation, Location, Uniform, Time/Date, & Equipment/weapons seen).
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Create a Safety Plan
- Identify who can care for children, pets, or responsibilities if needed. Here is a guide you can use.
- Memorize important phone numbers and your A#.
- Share key information with trusted loved ones.
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Gather Important Documents
- Keep passports, IDs, medical records, and immigration documents in a safe place.
- Make copies and, if you have an attorney, carry a signed G-28 form.
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Minimize Risk
- Follow updates from trusted community organizations.
- Use a PIN passcode on your phone and consider disabling fingerprint or facial recognition.
- Weigh your individual risk during daily activities. Remember that the supreme court has unfortunately recently opened the door for ICE to use racial profiling.
ACILEP stands with you — today and every day.
We are part of a strong, united community that protects one another. Together, we will continue to defend our rights, our families, and our dignity.
Stay informed. Stay ready. Stay in community.
We are with you. Siempre juntos.
Watch Alameda County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) Message to the Community
WATCH HERE
Alameda County Sheriff Yesenia Sanchez has shared a brief message to clarify the ACSO’s role in engaging with federal law enforcement agencies.
Our office remains dedicated to staying connected with residents and uplifting the voices of our community. Your voices play an important role in shaping Vision 2036, which is a future where homelessness, poverty, and hunger are eliminated and where health, safety, and opportunity are within reach for all. We encourage you to stay engaged by joining us at upcoming community events, attending board meetings, or reaching out to our office to share your thoughts.
The Oakland Police Commission has launched the search for Oakland’s next Chief of Police and is seeking community input as part of the process. Throughout March, the Commission hosted a series of community forums where residents could share the leadership qualities and priorities they would like to see in the next police chief. For more information, please visit here.
The City of Oakland has appointed Cupid Alexander as its first permanent Chief of Homelessness Solutions, effective April 6. Alexander most recently served as Deputy Director of the City of San José Housing Department and brings extensive experience leading housing and homelessness programs in San José, Houston, Austin, Spokane, and Portland. He will lead Oakland’s new Office of Homelessness Solutions and help implement the City’s Homelessness Strategic Action Plan.
The following incidents represent a selection of the police activity that took place in February 2026. A complete monthly summary can be found at www.alamedaca.gov/data.
DUI Collision: On 2/4 at 3:07 pm, officers responded to the intersection of Grand Street and Santa Clara Avenue for a hit and run collision. A driver was seen colliding with a power pole before leaving the scene. An officer located the vehicle driving a few blocks away and conducted a traffic stop. After a series of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), the driver was arrested for impaired driving. #26-00756
DUI: On 2/22 at 12:49 am, an officer observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed while failing to maintain their lane position. The officer conducted a traffic stop in the 1500 block of Clement Avenue. After a series of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), the driver was arrested for impaired driving. A firearm was located in the vehicle. #26-01087
Burglary: On 2/23 at 3:00 am, officers began investigating nine commercial burglaries. Evidence gathered at the scenes enabled investigators to link the same vehicle and suspects to all nine burglaries. With the assistance of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology, officers located the suspect vehicle within hours. Two individuals were arrested on unrelated offenses. #26-01102
Animal Endangerment: On 2/26 at 12:56 pm, animal control officers responded to Seaplane Lagoon for the report of a dog left unattended inside of a car. While the exterior temperatures were 66 degrees, the temperature inside of the vehicle surpassed 86 degrees. The dog was removed from the vehicle and taken to the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter. The owner was issued a citation. #26-01182
Traffic Enforcement: APD officers issued 326 traffic citations and 474 warnings in February. There were 20 impaired driving arrests, 6 of which stemmed from collisions.
The Alameda Police Department’s 2025 annual crime data is now available. Here are a few fun facts that you may have missed throughout the year:
- K9 Ace celebrated his 1-year workiversary🐾
- In July, APD launched the Business District Officer Program.
- Roadway safety continues to be a top priority. Traffic stops have increased by 91% compared to 2024.
- The department spent 7,604 hours training. Way to keep advancing in your careers!
- Officers responded to 43,849 calls for service.
- Ten new officers were sworn in.
- We made lots of new friends. Nearly 5,000 stickers and 1,000 sunglasses were handed out to our youth.
- APD gave out steering wheel locks, air tags, wheel locks, anti-theft license plate frames, and bike locks to help promote theft awareness.
- APD now has 10 pilots on staff… Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) pilots that is.
- APD expanded its Bike Patrol Unit to 10 officers. With the warmer weather we're having, get ready to see them out there!
San Leandro companies B3 Investors and Fuse Energy Technologies were honored at the 2026 East Bay Innovation Awards.
B3 received the Built Environment award for redeveloping sites such as Speedway at Bayfair and Gate510 into spaces for clean tech, biotech, and advanced manufacturing companies. Fuse was recognized for its work in fusion energy and neutron source technology and plans to expand in San Leandro with a new 42,000-square-foot facility.
Presented by the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, the awards highlight San Leandro’s continued growth as a hub for innovation and advanced manufacturing.
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):
2025 ACPWA Street Paving Projects
Alameda County Public Works Project Update (as of 11/17/2025)
Awarded (Recently Completed/Under Construction):
- Estudillo Canal Tidegate Structure Reconstruction and South Levee Modification, San Leandro – FEMA Award Notice received April 2025. Project advertised in July and awarded in October 2025. South levee modification (2026 Year 1 construction) to be completed by November 2026. Tidegate structure reconstruction (2027 Year 2 construction) to be completed by November 2027.
- San Lorenzo Creek Concrete Channel Temporary Stabilization (resulting from utility pipeline ruptures), Downstream of Washington Avenue, San Leandro (substantial completion)
- Stivers Lagoon Restoration, Fremont (substantial completion)
- Laguna Creek Channel Improvements Between Grimmer Blvd. and Auto Mall Parkway, Fremont (Year 1 construction completed)
- Lake Merritt Pump Station Underground Storage Tank Replacement and Electrical System Rehabilitation, Oakland (Under Construction)
- San Leandro Creek Trail between Hegenberger Road and 0.2 miles upstream of 98th Avenue, including two traffic signal crossings, Oakland (Trail portion substantially completed; traffic signals under Construction)
- Lake Merritt Pump Station Flood Resiliency, Oakland (Under Construction)
- San Lorenzo Creek Concrete Side Slope and Crack Repairs Behind Via Hermana, San Lorenzo (Under Construction)
Under Design:
- San Leandro Creek Storm Damage Repairs behind 1045, 1073 Lee Ave., and 881 St. Mary’s Ave., San Leandro (Advertised for bids in October 2025; bid opening in December 2025)
- Dry Creek Restoration Downstream of Railroad Avenue, Union City. (Project advertised in September; award in November 2025. Construction to begin summer 2026).
- San Lorenzo Creek Concrete Channel Permanent Restoration (resulting from utility pipeline ruptures), Downstream of Washington Avenue, San Leandro. The District will seek reimbursement from the utility companies for all work associated with their pipelines rupture.
- Sulphur Creek South Levee Erosion Repair Near San Francisco Bay, Hayward
- Alameda Creek Turnaround Restoration at West End of North Levee, Fremont
- Alameda Creek Restoration Between BART Weir and Decoto Road, Fremont
- Line A-1 Underground Drainage Bypass Between Mystic Street and Tanglewood Road, Oakland
Other Projects:
- Installation of an underground full trash capture device on Via Arriba. (substantial completion)
- Installation of an underground full trash capture device on Hampton Road at Western Blvd. (Project advertised in September; award in November 2025. Construction to begin summer 2026).
Alameda County Public Works Agency is announcing a major construction project on the Meekland Avenue Corridor, including the replacement of the existing bridge over San Lorenzo Creek. This critical work will improve long-term safety, structural integrity, and the overall reliability of the transportation network.
Full Closure: Meekland Avenue, at either end of the San Lorenzo Creek Bridge, will be closed approximately one year, from June 8, 2026 through April 23, 2027. This closure is necessary to safely demolish and reconstruct the bridge.
What to Expect: Through traffic between E. Lewelling Boulevard and Paseo Grande will be closed for the duration of bridge construction. Local access will be maintained. Residents and emergency services will have access from Paseo Grande to the south side of the bridge closure, and from E. Lewelling Boulevard to the north side of the bridge closure.
Project Improvements: Upon completion, the corridor will feature enhanced safety for all users, including new and improved sidewalks, upgraded ADA accessibility, a Class II bicycle facility, and a safe bridge structure.
Alameda County Public Works Agency appreciates your patience and cooperation during this important project.
For updates or additional information, please contact the Construction Hotline at: (510) 670-5591
Date: Wednesday, 04/29/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Register Here
This meeting will focus on new policies to help create affordable housing in unincorporated Alameda County.
Why is this important? Data shows that unincorporated Alameda County needs more affordable housing.
Which communities are included? Unincorporated communities including Ashland, Castro Valley, Cherryland, Fairview, San Lorenzo, and Hayward Acres.
For more information or to contact us, visit: https://alamedacountyca.gov/cda/planning/ahppolicies/index.htm
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Spanish (Español):
El Departamento de Planificación de la Agencia de Desarrollo Comunitario del Condado de Alameda te invita a Una Iniciativa sobre las Políticas de Producción de Vivienda Asequible Reunión comunitaria virtual
Fecha: Wednesday, 04/29/2026, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Regístrate aquí: https://bit.ly/4bHySkn
Esta reunión se enfocará en nuevas políticas para construir viviendas asequibles en las áreas no incorporadas del Condado de Alameda.
¿Por qué es importante? Los datos muestran que el área no incorporada del Condado de Alameda necesita más viviendas asequibles.
¿Qué comunidades están incluidas? Las comunidades no incorporadas, entre ellas Ashland, Castro Valley, Cherryland, Fairview, San Lorenzo y Hayward Acres.
Para más información o para contactarnos, visita: https://alamedacountyca.gov/cda/planning/ahppolicies/index.htm
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Simplified Chinese (简体中文):
阿拉米达县社区发展局规划部门邀请您参与 可负担住房建设政策的线上社区会议
2026年4月29日（星期三）6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
请在此注册: https://bit.ly/4bHySkn
本次会议将介绍新的政策措施，旨在促进在阿拉米达县非建制社区建设更多可负担住房。
为什么这很重要？ 相关数据显示，阿拉米达县非建制社区需要更多可负担住房，以满足居民的住房需求。
哪些社区包括在内？ 非建制社区，包括艾許蘭 (Ashland), 卡斯楚谷(Castro Valley), 切瑞蘭德 (Cherryland),费尔维 (Fairview),聖洛倫佐(San Lorenzo), 和海沃德克里斯 (Hayward Acres)
如需了解更多信息或与我 们联系，请访问：https://alamedacountyca.gov/cda/planning/ahppolicies/index.htm
Alameda County's Economic Development staff can help explore resources available to you in unincorporated Alameda County such as small business counseling and financing. Please call Kristin Perrault, Economic Development Manager, for more information about these exciting opportunities! Call us (510) 670-6506.
Need a Business License? - Contact the Business License Office
Visit: 224 W. Winton Ave., Room 169 Hayward, CA 94544
Call: (510) 670-6400
Fax: (510) 670-6404
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Email | Apply Online | FAQs | Download Application Here
Business Resources:
Alameda County Economic & Civic Development has partnered with several organizations that provide excellent support to the small business community.
A Must Read for Starting a Business!
Check out our new business guide to help you start a new business in the unincorporated areas of the County. Don't forget that starting a business is more than just getting a business license and opening up shop. Make sure you have checked in with the Planning and Zoning office at 510-670-5400 before entering into any financial obligation, lease or begin pulling permits to do work on your space. This is also true when opening up a home-based business or cottage food business.
Using our Food Pipeline, you can pinpoint where to go for help.
Graffiti removal service for private and public properties. If you own, manage or lease a property that is located within unincorporated Alameda County, you may be eligible for our Graffiti Abatement Program.
Alameda County Economic and Civic Development (ECD) is excited to announce the upcoming FREE FETA classes! A 10-part fundamental and intermediate series on “Food Business Entrepreneurship” for participants interested in launching and growing food businesses in Alameda County.
In this series, you will learn the basics to start and grow your own food business, catering, and so much more. This series will help turn your idea into reality. Sign up today!
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Intermediate FETA II – April 21, 2026 to May 26, 2026
Visit here for more information
The program is designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the communities it serves by bringing together trusted local leaders into one unified network. The program promotes transparency, builds public trust, and supports two way communication by uplifting community concerns while sharing information about ACSO outreach efforts.
Community Ambassadors help bridge cultural, generational, and social gaps, contributing to safer and more informed neighborhoods. Participants include faith leaders, community organizers, neighborhood watch members, and local business owners.
For more information, contact (510) 667-3611 or email CORErecommend@acgov.org.
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.
- 2026.03.01 American Red Cross Month
- 2026.03.01 Women's History Month
- 2026.03.02 Read Across America
- 2026.03.02 Claudia Albano's Retirement
- 2026.03.04 Holi Festival
- 2026.03.05 San Lorenzo Village Homes Association Senior Coffee Club
- 2026.03.05 Boys and Girls Club of San Leandro Night of Exploration
- 2026.03.06 National Employee Appreciation Day
- 2026.03.08 Daylight Saving Time Spring Forward
- 2026.03.08 International Women's Day
- 2026.03.08 Fans Fest
- 2026.03.08 East Bay Toishan Benevolent Association's 25th Anniversary and Toishan-Oakland Chinatown Patrol Team's 5th Anniversary
- 2026.03.11 Happy Women's History Month
- 2026.03.11 La Toya L. Gix's Housing and Community Development Advisory Board Swearing-In
- 2026.03.12 Wa Sung Community Service Club Charity Gala
- 2026.03.12 Welcome Home Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu
- 2026.03.14 Pi Day
- 2026.03.14 Alameda County Fire Department's St. Patrick's Day Pancake Breakfast
- 2026.03.15 Oakland Spanish Seventh-Day Adventist Church's Community Block Party
- 2026.03.15 Oro Loma Horizontal Levee Tour
- 2026.03.16 All Good Living
- 2026.03.17 Saint Patrick's Day
- 2026.03.17 Personal Emergency Preparedness Training
- 2026.03.18 Oakland Restaurant Week
- 2026.03.18 Sankofa Sanctuary Grand Opening
- 2026.03.18 Asian Advisory Committee on Crime - Officers’ Appreciation Day
- 2026.03.19 Eid al-Fitr
- 2026.03.19 Spectrum Community Services and SOS Meals on Wheels on Wheels Community Champions Week
- 2023.03.19 Asian Pacific Islander Community Collaborative (APICC) General Meeting
- 2026.03.19 Housing California Annual Conference
- 2026.03.19 Philz Coffee Grand Opening
- 2026.03.20 First Day of Spring
- 2026.03.20 Nowruz (Persian New Year)
- 2026.03.20 Lavender Senior Lunch Brunch
- 2026.03.20 Legacy of Justice, Vision for Tomorrow
- 2026.03.21 Assemblymember Liz Ortega’s 2026 Women of the Year Awards Ceremony
- 2026.03.21 California Nurses Association Rally
- 2026.03.21 Polar Plunge and 5K Run to Support Special Olympics
- 2026.03.24 National Agriculture Day
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Women's History Month
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Commend Donna Ziegler for 26 Years of Service with the Office of County Counsel
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Commend Tim Dupuis for 26 Years of Service to the County of Alameda
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Senior Nutrition Program Month
- 2026.03.24 AC BOS Weights and Measures Week
- 2026.03.25 Medal of Honor Day
- 2026.03.26 Equal Pay Day
- 2026.03.26 East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) Topping Out Ceremony
- 2026.03.26 East Bay Innovation Awards
- 2026.03.26 Protect the Town Taskforce Meeting
- 2026.03.27 Alameda County District 3 Women's History Month Celebration
- 2026.03.27 Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD) San Lorenzo Community Center Grand Re-Opening
- 2026.03.27 San Leandro Education Foundation Spring Fling
- 2026.03.28 Alameda County Women's Hall of Fame Luncheon
- 2026.03.29 National Mom & Pop Business Owners Day
- 2026.03.29 Palm Sunday
- 2026.03.29 Vietnam Veterans Day
- 2026.03.29 Valkyries Jersey Reveal
- 2026.03.31 Farmworkers Day
- 2026.03.31 International Transgender Day of Visibility
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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.
Due: Friday, 04/10/2026
Alameda County Treasurer-Tax Collector Website
The second installment of the 2025–2026 Secured Property Tax is due on Friday, April 10, 2026, and must be received by 5:00 p.m. to avoid penalties. Payments received after 5:00 p.m. will be considered delinquent and will incur a 10% penalty plus a $10 administrative fee.
Please note that there are no additional grace periods, and penalties cannot be waived. Property owners are encouraged to submit payments early to ensure timely processing.
Alameda County Social Services Agency offers free IRS-certified tax preparation services to low- and moderate-income tax payers.
Dates: 01/29/2026 - 04/15/2026
Please Note: Subject to change. Please make an appointment in advance.
Tuesdays/Thursdays: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Gail Steele Multi-Service Center (Formerly Eden Area): 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544
- Enterprise Self-Sufficiency Center: 8477 Enterprise Way, Oakland, CA 94621
- Thomas L. Berkley Square (North Oakland): 2000 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
Appointment Scheduler
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Spanish (Español):
¡Preparación de Impuestos Gratis del Programa VITA del IRS de la SSA del Condado de Alameda!
La Agencia de Servicios Sociales del Condado de Alameda ofrece servicios gratuitos de preparación de impuestos certificados por el IRS para contribuyentes de ingresos bajos y moderados.
Fechas: 01/29/2026 - 04/15/2026
Nota: Sujeto a cambios. Por favor, haga una cita con anticipación.
Martes/Jueves: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sábados: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Centros de Servicio:
- Gail Steele Multi-Service Center (Anteriormente Eden Area): 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544
- Enterprise Self-Sufficiency Center: 8477 Enterprise Way, Oakland, CA 94621
- Thomas L. Berkley Square (Norte de Oakland): 2000 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
Programador de citas
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Chinese (中文):
阿拉米達縣社會服務局 SSA IRS VITA 計畫 – 免費報稅服務！
阿拉米達縣社會服務局提供由 IRS 認證的免費報稅服務，專為中低收入納稅人設計。
日期: 01/29/2026 - 04/15/2026
注意: 日期可能變動，請提前預約。
星期二/星期四: 下午 6:00 - 8:30
星期六: 上午 9:00 - 下午 2:00
服務中心:
- Gail Steele 多功能服務中心 (前 Eden 區): 24100 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544
- Enterprise 自立服務中心: 8477 Enterprise Way, Oakland, CA 94621
- Thomas L. Berkley Square (北奧克蘭): 2000 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612
預約系統
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Interested candidates are encouraged to apply right away, as recruitment may close at any time.
The Alameda County Human Resource Services Temporary Assignment Pool is recruiting temporary workers for the 2026 election season. The Registrar of Voters is seeking candidates to help support the community in a safe, team-oriented environment. Available roles include instructors, recruiters, data entry, outreach, warehouse and logistics, and more, with pay ranging from $28.85 to $31.08 per hour.
Many positions are especially seeking bilingual candidates who speak English and one or more of the following languages: Bengali, Burmese, Chinese, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Malay, Mongolian, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Beginning April 1, 2026, the recently enacted H.R.1 changes who can receive benefits through CalFresh. Eligibility will be limited to U.S. citizens, noncitizen U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, Compact of Free Association migrants, and Cuban and Haitian entrants.
As a result, many lawfully present noncitizens who were previously eligible, including refugees, asylees, parolees, trafficking survivors, battered noncitizens, conditional entrants, and certain Afghan and Ukrainian parolees, will no longer qualify for federal CalFresh benefits. However, these changes do not affect the California Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which may still provide benefits to some individuals, including battered noncitizens, certain parolees, and conditional entrants.
Applications submitted on or after April 1, 2026, will be reviewed under the new rules. For households already receiving CalFresh, the changes will take effect at their next recertification.
The Alameda County Commission on the Status of Women celebrated two major milestones in 2025: the passage of the Alameda County CEDAW Ordinance and the Commission’s 50th anniversary. The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women is an international treaty promoting equality for women and girls. Since 2022, the Commission has worked to advance local implementation through community outreach and partnership-building.
In June 2025, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted the ordinance, an important step toward ensuring women and girls are considered in County policies, programs, and services. The Commission also marked 50 years of advocacy and service in Alameda County and will host a special event honoring its legacy and community partners.
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Opioid use doesn’t define you. Get support today.
It takes strength to face the pain behind opioid use and even more strength to keep going. That is why Alameda County has free and low-cost treatment options that meet you where you are. Asking for help takes courage. That’s why we’re here with support that fits your needs, without judgment.
Get Free Naloxone Near You
Naloxone stand boxes are available across Alameda County — free dispensers stocked with Narcan and simple instructions. Below is an interactive map that is regularly updated with locations of naloxone stand boxes across the county, as well as a list of distribution centers.
Alameda County Health Care for the Homeless: Alameda County Health Medically Frail Housing Referral Form
How Do I Refer to Enhanced Interim Housing (Shelter)?
There are two routes
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Medically Frail referral form. (Note that even though the link is called “Medically Frail,” this is ALSO the entry portal for Enhanced Interim Housing.)
- Link: Medically Frail Referral Link;
- ROI Form
- Individuals referred through the Medically Frail portal will be assessed to determine eligibility for Medically Enhanced Interim, Medically Frail Permanent Housing and Mid-County Enhanced Interim Housing/Shelter resources, noting that only those with the highest level of medical need will be eligible for permanent housing
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(Individuals approved for Enhanced Interim Housing/shelter are not required to have an HMIS Coordinated Entry crisis assessment at the time of intake but will be assisted in enrolling in HMIS and assessed for permanent housing after placement)
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Crisis Queue: In addition to receiving referrals through the medically frail portal, individuals will also be identified on the crisis queue and outreached to by H&H staff through a Coordinated Entry clinical review/ prioritization process for interim housing resources
Who Can Refer to Enhanced Interim Housing (Shelter)?
- Any homeless service provider can complete a referral, reducing access barriers.
- You do not have to be a medical provider to complete the form, but please add as much information as you have available to support H&H staff in determining eligibility.
What are Some Examples of Higher-level Health Care Needs that can be Supported at the Enhanced Interim Housing/Shelter Site?
- Individuals with disordered sleep that makes congregate shelter difficult
- Individuals who would benefit from a single room
- And individuals who use durable medical equipment that cannot be safely used or stored in shelter or on the street (walker, oxygen equipment, special bed, wheelchair, etc.)
What Can My Client Expect at the New Enhanced Interim Housing (Shelter) Site?
- Services to support care giving needs
- Access to Mobile Health Van services
- Housing navigation to support in obtaining permanent housing; interim housing does not impact homeless status
- At least two meals per day
- A private room and bathroom
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If you are Black or African American and currently live or previously lived in Alameda County, the Reparations Commission wants to hear from you. Your lived experiences, needs, and priorities are essential in shaping what accountability and repair look like in our communities. Survey responses will directly inform the Commission’s work and help ensure that reparations policies are grounded in the real experiences, needs, and priorities of Black residents impacted by County policies and practices.
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Students can apply for a Student Transit Pass, giving them free unlimited rides on AC Transit and 50% off BART. All students 6th to 12th grade can apply for the free transit pass. Some school districts may have different eligibility rules please visit the Alameda County Transportation Commission website for more info.
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The Healthy Homes Department offers grants for minor home repairs in Albany, Dublin, Emeryville, Oakland, Newark, Union City, and unincorporated areas including Ashland, Cherryland, Castro Valley, Hayward Acres, Hillcrest Knolls, Fairview, San Lorenzo, and Sunol.
Approved applicants receive grant assistance for minor plumbing repairs, carpentry, electrical repairs, railings, grab bars, toilets, doors, locks, water heaters, and more.
To apply, please call (510) 567-8000 or apply online here. For more information, please visit here.
Alameda County Office of Education is now accepting tabling applications for its Community Partner Expo on May 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Zero Net Energy Center. The event will bring together community organizations and educational partners to build connections, share resources, and support Alameda County students and families.
For questions, contact Dr. Rachel Cobb, rcobb@acoe.org.
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Rapid response grant up to $20,000.
We provide expedited funding for impact litigation brought on behalf of the immigrant community and their allies.
Our funding supports legal challenges to unlawful or unconstitutional acts, practices, or policies, including the following:
- DHS/ICE misconduct,
- Unlawful or unconstitutional DHS/ICE responses to lawful protest,
- Unlawful or unconstitutional federal immigration policies and practices,
- Unlawful or unconstitutional federal immigration-related operations and acts,
- Unlawful or unconstitutional detention center conditions, and
- Related unlawful or unconstitutional policies, practices, and acts by other state and federal actors.
Due: Wednesday, 04/01/2026
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Alameda County residents are encouraged to apply for Civil Grand Jury service, a one year commitment that runs from July 1 through June 30. Grand Jurors help investigate local government operations, review public programs, and issue reports that promote transparency and accountability.
Applicants must be:
- U.S. Citizens
- At least 18 years old
- Alameda County residents for at least one year
- Sufficient English skill
Applications are due April 1, followed by interviews in May. Thirty finalists are selected, and 19 jurors are chosen in late June. Jurors typically meet twice a week in Oakland, receive training, and are provided a small daily stipend and mileage reimbursement.
Due: Friday, 04/03/2026
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Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District is hiring an External Affairs Representative in Government and Community Relations. Based in Oakland, this full-time position will help build relationships with community organizations, local governments, and other partners to support public transit in the East Bay.
Due: Friday, 04/03/2026
Updated materials and details are available here.
First 5 Alameda County has extended the deadline for its Measure C Subsidized Child Care and Minimum Wage Floor Administrator Request for Proposals to allow more time for collaboration and proposal development. This opportunity supports efforts to expand access to subsidized child care and advance fair wages for early care providers.
Due: Friday, 04/03/2026
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The Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department is seeking qualified consultants with experience in affordable housing and homelessness project management from a local government perspective. The Department will create a consultant pool that may be used for housing and homelessness-related work over the next five years.
Due: Sunday, 04/05/2026
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Each year, 10–15 scholarships of $1,500 are awarded to graduating high school seniors of Asian descent in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The scholarships are funded from the Perpetual Scholarship Fund, fundraising events, and generous donations from individuals.
Applicants are evaluated based on academic achievement, extracurriculars, community service, leadership, and financial need. Membership in Wa Sung is not required.
Requirements:
- Graduating high school senior of Asian descent
- Currently attending school in Alameda or Contra Costa County
- Will be attending community college, state college, or university in Fall of 2026
Due: Monday, 04/06/2026
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Bay Area Rapid Transit is offering a 2026 summer internship opportunity for college students and recent graduates interested in public transit. Interns will help support projects that shape the future of Bay Area transit and create more vibrant, sustainable communities around BART stations. Participants will also have the opportunity to compete in the Introducing Youth to American Infrastructure Grand Innovation Challenge, where BART intern teams have won top prizes in 2023 and 2024 and first place in 2025.
The internship runs from May 4 through August 27, 2026, with a commitment of 20 hours per week.
Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old as of April 1, 2026, and be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, or have been enrolled within the past 12 months.
Due: Monday, 04/13/2026
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The California Legislative Black Caucus is encouraging high school sophomores and juniors in California to apply for the African American Leaders for Tomorrow (AALT) program.
AALT is a free four-day summer leadership convention held July 8–11 at CSU Dominguez Hills. Participants will stay in campus housing, share meals together, and take part in hands-on activities that explore California’s legislative process, including drafting and proposing legislation.
All program costs, including meals, lodging, conference materials, and transportation during the event, are covered at no cost to students or their families. Transportation to and from CSU Dominguez Hills will also be provided from a designated central location.
Due: Thursday, 04/14/2026
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Alameda County Health has released RFQ No. ACH-900626 to create a vendor pool for organizations providing housing and homelessness services. Eligible vendors may provide Housing Community Supports, Health and Supportive Services, Interim and Permanent Housing Administration, and Homelessness Prevention Services.
Funding may support direct services, program start-up, capacity building, technical assistance, and innovative programs that help residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Due: Wednesday, 04/15/2026
For submission and information please visit the competition webpage.
Lateefah’s Simon Congressional Art Competition is now live! This year’s theme is “The Collective Us in California’s 12th Congressional District.”
Eligibility
- 9th to 12th grade students
- Must reside in California’s 12th Congressional District
Requirements
- Artwork entered maybe up to 28 inches by 28 inches, 4 inches in depth, and not weigh more than 15 pounds
- Paintings, Drawings, Collages, Prints, etc
- Entries must be original and not violate any U.S. copyright laws
Due: Wednesday, 04/15/2026
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Youth and young artists are invited to participate in “Belonging in America,” a community art project hosted by MARU exploring identity, home, connection, and belonging. This inaugural exhibition focuses on works on paper, reflecting how paper can preserve memory, adapt, and become stronger when brought together, much like community.
The opportunity is open to East Bay residents ages 13–18 in grades 7–12. Accepted entries must be original works on paper, including pencil, charcoal, pastel, watercolor, ink, or acrylic, and may not exceed 36” x 36”.
Selected artists will be invited to submit their original artwork for a second round of review later in April. Entries will be judged by a panel of Bay Area artists, community leaders, cultural critics, and peer reviewers based on creativity, originality, and connection to the theme
Due: Monday, 04/27/2026
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Eden Area Communities Collaborative is seeking 2–3 youth leaders ages 15–26 to join its Youth Steering Committee. Youth members will help shape community decisions, support health-focused events, and elevate the voices of young people in Ashland, Cherryland, San Lorenzo, Hayward Acres, Fairview, and Castro Valley.
Participants will attend approximately 20 meetings per year and receive a $1,000 annual stipend for up to two years, along with mentorship and leadership development opportunities.
Next Drawing Date: Tuesday, 04/28/2026
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Ava Bike Electric is an incentive program designed to expand access to e-bikes, reduce carbon emissions, and support local businesses. Learn how the program works and apply now for an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 toward the purchase of a new e-bike. E-bikes help reduce car use, promote better health, and offer a flexible, eco-friendly way to get around. Income-qualified residents enrolled in programs such as CARE, FERA, or EAP may also receive an additional $250 for safety equipment. Eligible applicants will be entered into monthly drawings through September 2026. For more information, please visit here.
Due: Thursday, 04/30/2026
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The Alameda County Arts Commission is seeking Bay Area artists for public art opportunities at the future African American Wellness Hub in Oakland. Open to emerging, mid-career, and established artists from the nine Bay Area counties, the call seeks work that reflects and honors African American culture, identity, and the diaspora.
The project may include integrated public art as well as two-dimensional and low-relief wall-mounted works at the new wellness hub, which is being developed by the County and the Alameda County Behavioral Health Department and is expected to open in 2028.
Due: Thursday, 04/30/2026
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Alameda County teens ages 13–18 are invited to apply beginning April 1 to become the 2026 Youth Poet Laureate. The program gives young poets the opportunity to share their voice, inspire others, and represent Alameda County throughout the year.
The selected Youth Poet Laureate will receive a suite of Apple products, including a MacBook Pro, perform at public events, and compete in statewide and regional poetry competitions.
Due: Friday, 05/29/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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The Bay Area Air District is offering up to $3 million through its People’s Air Grant Program to support projects in impacted communities that reduce exposure to air pollution and address related public health impacts. Grants of up to $400,000 per organization over two years are available.
Eligible projects may include community education on air pollution and health, community-driven air quality monitoring, health care resources and services for those affected by pollution exposure, and programs aimed at reducing pollution or limiting exposure. Community-based groups, local 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public agencies, and California Native American Tribes serving Bay Area environmental justice communities are encouraged to apply.
Application Available: Monday, 04/13/2026
Due: Sunday, 05/31/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
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The Minerva Scholarship Program, established by Women in California Leadership, supports women in achieving their educational goals. Open to California residents enrolled full-time with a minimum 2.5 GPA, the program awards up to 126 scholarships of $3,000 and one $10,000 award. Applicants must submit an application, personal statement, transcript, resume, and two recommendation letters online by the deadline.
Application Available: Sunday, 03/15/2026
Application Process Begins: Wednesday, 04/01/2026
Due: Monday, 06/01/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) Scholarship supports California students pursuing higher education. Eligible applicants must be full-time students or graduating seniors with a 2.5 GPA. Submit an application, transcript, resume, headshot, two recommendations, and required forms online.
Due: Tuesday, 07/14/2026
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The Bay Area Air District has opened its 2026 application cycle for the Clean Heating Efficiently with Electric Technology (Clean HEET) Program, which provides grants to help homeowners replace wood- or pellet-burning fireplaces and stoves with cleaner, energy-efficient electric heat pumps. Funding ranges from $3,000 up to $10,500 for one device and up to $13,500 for two devices, with additional incentives available for removing uncertified wood-burning devices. The program aims to reduce harmful wood smoke pollution and improve air quality across the Bay Area.
Due: First come first serve basis
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The Air District has approximately $355,000 in remaining Clean Air Centers Program funding available to support portable air filtration units and up to five years of replacement filters for public clean air spaces in Bay Area communities.
Eligible applicants include local governments and public agencies. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and all projects must be completed by September 30, 2026
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