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Dear Alameda County District 3 Community,
April was a month defined by celebration, advocacy, and gratitude, with a clear throughline across every gathering and conversation: health.
Across the events my team and I attended, we were reminded how essential accessible, equitable care is to a thriving community and how much ongoing work our partners, advocates, and leaders are doing every day to advance that vision in Alameda County.
Photo L-R: Supervisor Lena Tam and Wilson Du from The Mission HQ
I was proud to sponsor the 2026 Western Regional Donor Games hosted by the National Kidney Registry and The Mission HQ here in District 3. The Donor Games showcase the strength and resilience of living kidney and liver donors while raising awareness about the life saving impact of donation. What stood out most was the community built around this work. The Mission HQ has grown into more than a gym. It is a place where individuals facing dialysis, cancer, and chronic illness find support, strength, and hope.
We marked several meaningful milestones. LifeLong Medical Care and La Familia each celebrated 50 years of service, five decades dedicated to supporting underserved, vulnerable, and often overlooked communities. We also recognized the landmark partnership between St. Rose Hospital and Stanford Health Care, a collaboration that will expand access to quality care for nearly 400,000 residents in Central and South Alameda County and move us closer to a more equitable and resilient healthcare system.
Photo: Supervisor Tam and staff with leaders from local community organizations
On April 9th, we had the pleasure of hosting our Champions of Community Health Breakfast at Samuel Merritt University’s downtown Oakland campus, where we honored the following organizations:
- La Clínica
- Native American Health Center
- Alameda County Health Consortium
- George Mark Children's House
- Afghan Care
- Davis Street Community Center
- San Lorenzo Family Help Center
- La Familia
- Alameda County Office of Education
- Daily Bowl
- First 5 Alameda
Celebration is only part of the work, and advocacy remains just as critical. This month, I traveled to Sacramento in support of SB 1400, authored by Senator Jesse Arreguín, which would provide Alameda County with the governance flexibility needed to respond more effectively to today’s healthcare challenges, especially amid the looming threat of federal Medi-Cal funding cuts under HR 1. Our most vulnerable residents are depending on decisive action.
This month reinforced a belief I hold deeply: when our community comes together, including clinics and hospitals, educators and advocates, county leaders and residents, we build something far stronger than any one of us could achieve alone. I am proud to continue that work alongside all of you.
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
¡Queremos escuchar su opinión! Por favor, comparta sus comentarios sobre cómo nuestra oficina puede comunicar mejor actualizaciones, eventos y recursos completando esta breve encuesta:
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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 City of Alameda has received a Prop 68 grant from the State Coastal Conservancy to move the Bay Farm Island Adaptation Project forward. The funding will support advancing the project to 60% design and continued community engagement.
Key Dates
- May 2026: Grant work kicks off
- June 2027: Public workshop (estimated)
- December 2028: Grant completion
For more information, visit alamedaca.gov/AdaptationBayFarmIsland.
Two Alameda organizations were recognized at the 2026 East Bay Innovation Awards, which celebrated 41 honorees across the region.
Anthro Energy received a Technology award for revolutionizing the battery industry with safer, cleaner energy storage design. Rhythmix Cultural Works received a Community Impact award for providing high-quality music, dance, and theater programming, including free and low-cost performances for East Bay youth.
City of Alameda/Oakland: Nightly Closures of the Webster Tube for Oakland Alameda Access Project construction
Scheduled Closures: Sunday to Thursday, 10pm - 5am
As part of the Oakland Alameda Access Project, the Webster Tube (entering Alameda) will have nightly full closures Sunday through Thursday, 10pm to 5am, for approximately 6 months, to allow construction of a new pedestrian and bicycle path inside the tube.
Motorists should use the Park Street Bridge as an alternate route. The Posey Tube will remain open for travel from Alameda to Oakland and for pedestrians and cyclists.
For updates, visit OaklandAlamedaAccessProject.com.
Weekend service aboard Woodstock (Fri/Sat/Sun) has been expanded with departures from 7:20am to 9:36pm. The weekday schedule (Tues/Weds/Thurs) remains the same.
The Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle operates 6 days per week, Tuesday - Sundays, with 12-14 hours of service each day.
More info
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 and BART invite you to join us for the virtual community meeting on May 13, 2026 to discuss the future of the Bay Fair BART parking lot in Ashland, the Southwest side of the station (within unincorporated Alameda County). BART in partnership with the Alameda County Planning Department are working, with community input, to advance Transit Oriented Development (TOD) on BART-owned land located within the County. BART intends to seek a developer no sooner than 2028. Once chosen, the developer will work with BART, the community and the County throughout the design and entitlement process. Your input will help shape the goals and objectives for the site, which will inform BART’s selection of a development partner.
Note: The portion of the BART property located within San Leandro is being addressed through a separate planning effort led by the City of San Leandro.
Date: Wednesday, 05/13/2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual Community Meeting
Register Here: https://bit.ly/bfvgos
Email: bayfairplanning@acgov.org
Website: acgov.org/cda/planning/bayfair/tech-assistance.htm
Point of Contact: Angelica González
Email: Angelica.Gonzalez@acgov.org
Phone: (510) 670-6524
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Spanish (Español):
Comunidades no incorporadas: Reunión comunitaria virtual sobre la visión para el desarrollo futuro en la propiedad de Bay Fair BART (parte del condado)
El Condado de Alameda y BART le invitan a participar en la reunión comunitaria virtual el 13 de mayo de 2026 para discutir el futuro del estacionamiento de Bay Fair BART en Ashland, en el lado suroeste de la estación (dentro del área no incorporada del Condado de Alameda). BART, en colaboración con el Departamento de Planificación del Condado de Alameda, está trabajando con la participación de la comunidad para avanzar en el Desarrollo Orientado al Transporte (TOD, por sus siglas en inglés) en terrenos propiedad de BART ubicados dentro del condado. BART tiene la intención de buscar un desarrollador no antes de 2028. Una vez seleccionado, el desarrollador trabajará con BART, la comunidad y el condado durante todo el proceso de diseño y obtención de permisos. Sus aportes ayudarán a dar forma a las metas y objetivos del sitio, los cuales informarán la selección de un socio de desarrollo por parte de BART.
Nota: La parte de la propiedad de BART ubicada dentro de San Leandro se está abordando mediante un esfuerzo de planificación separado liderado por la Ciudad de San Leandro.
Fecha: miércoles 05/13/2026
Hora: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ubicación: Reunión comunitaria virtual
Regístrese aquí: https://bit.ly/bfvgos
Correo electrónico: bayfairplanning@acgov.org
Sitio web: acgov.org/cda/planning/bayfair/tech-assistance.htm
Punto de contacto: Angelica González
Correo electrónico: Angelica.Gonzalez@acgov.org
Teléfono: (510) 670-6524
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Simplified Chinese (简体中文):
非建制社區：關於 Bay Fair BART 地產未來發展願景的線上社區會議（縣屬部分）
阿拉米達縣與 BART 誠邀您參加將於 2026 年 5 月 13 日舉行的線上社區會議，討論位於 Ashland 的 Bay Fair BART 停車場未來發展，該區位於車站西南側（屬於阿拉米達縣非建制地區）。BART 與阿拉米達縣規劃部門正與社區合作，推動位於縣內、屬於 BART 土地的以公共運輸為導向發展（TOD）。BART 預計最早不會在 2028 年之前尋找開發商。一旦選定開發商，將在整個設計與審批流程中與 BART、社區及縣政府合作。您的意見將協助制定該基地的目標與方向，並將作為 BART 選擇開發合作夥伴的重要依據。
注意：位於聖李安卓（San Leandro）境內的 BART 土地部分，將由聖李安卓市政府主導的另一項規劃工作單獨處理。
日期：2026 年 5 月 13 日（星期三）
時間：下午 6:00 - 8:00
地點：線上社區會議
報名連結：https://bit.ly/bfvgos
電子郵件：bayfairplanning@acgov.org
網站：acgov.org/cda/planning/bayfair/tech-assistance.htm
聯絡人：Angelica González
電子郵件：Angelica.Gonzalez@acgov.org
電話：(510) 670-6524
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.
Due: Monday, 07/20/2026
Register Here
National Night Out is back! Every first Tuesday in August, the community and law enforcement team up to build a safer, more welcoming community.
If you are planning to host a gathering, please scan the QR code and complete the application form. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to Alameda County Sheriff’s Office.
  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.
- 2026.04.01 Autism Acceptance Month
- 2026.04.01 Fair Housing Month
- 2026.04.01 Financial Literacy Month
- 2026.04.01 National Child Abuse Prevention Month
- 2026.04.01 National Fair Housing Month
- 2026.04.01 National Language Access Month
- 2026.04.01 National Volunteer Month
- 2026.04.01 Passover
- 2026.04.01 Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- 2026.04.01 Alameda County Office of Education Tour
- 2026.04.02 The Oakland Fund’s First Educator Housing Acquisition
- 2026.04.02 Samuel Merritt University Health Impact Awards
- 2026.04.03 Good Friday
- 2026.04.04 Kennedy Park 81st Annual Egg Hunt & Bonnet Parade in Hayward
- 2026.04.04 Lend a Hand Senior Resource Fair Luncheon
- 2026.04.04 LifeLong Medical Care 50th Anniversary Gala
- 2026.04.05 Easter
- 2026.04.05 Wong Family Benevolent Association of Oakland Spring Festival Banquet
- 2026.04.07 World Health Day
- 2026.04.07 AC BOS Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month
- 2026.04.07 AC BOS Child Abuse Prevention Month
- 2026.04.08 San Leandro Breakfast Club
- 2026.04.09 Asian Pacific Islander Women Equal Pay Day
- 2026.04.09 Alameda County District 3 Champions of Community Health Breakfast
- 2026.04.09 St. Rose Hospital and Stanford Health Care Collaboration Celebration
- 2026.04.11 Raising Leaders Graduation
- 2026.04.11 Padres Unidos de Cherryland 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt
- 2026.04.13 Oakland Alameda Access Project Kickoff Event
- 2026.04.15 Tax Day
- 2026.04.15 Supervisor Tam Supports SB 1400 in Sacramento
- 2026.04.16 Step Up to the Plate for the San Lorenzo Little League
- 2026.04.16 Torani Tour
- 2026.04.16 Centro Legal de la Raza’s 57th Anniversary Gala
- 2026.04.18 Alameda's Spring Shindig
- 2026.04.18 Community Climate Action Day
- 2026.04.19 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
- 2026.04.19 National Library Week
- 2026.04.20 Lesbian Visibility Week
- 2026.04.20 National Infant Immunization Week
- 2026.04.21 AC BOS Foster Care Month
- 2026.04.21 AC BOS National Crime Victims' Rights Week
- 2026.04.21 AC BOS Children's Memorial Day / Children's Memorial Flag Day
- 2026.04.21 AC BOS Sexually Exploited Minor Awareness Week
- 2026.04.22 Earth Day
- 2026.04.22 Estamos Unidos - A Convening of Funders and Leaders Building Power in Immigrant Communities
- 2026.04.23 World Book Day
- 2026.04.23 Alameda County Food Sovereignty Roundtable
- 2026.04.23 Bring Your Child to Work Day
- 2026.04.23 La Familia's 50th Anniversary Gala
- 2026.04.23 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) End of Tax Season Celebration
- 2026.04.24 Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
- 2026.04.24 Alameda Alliance for Health's 30th Anniversary Celebration
- 2026.04.24 Children’s Memorial Day Flag Raising
- 2026.04.24 Lend a Hand Foundation’s Stay in School Program: Beyond the Backpacks Awards Gala
- 2026.04.25 Western Regional Donor Games
- 2026.04.25 South East Asian New Year Celebration
- 2026.04.25 Family Support Services Gala
- 2026.04.25 Rosales Sisters’ Scholarship 6th Annual Gala
- 2026.04.28 Workers’ Memorial Day
- 2026.04.29 Denim Day
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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.
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Effective July 1, 2026, Medi-Cal will no longer cover regular dental services for adults 19 and older without satisfactory immigration status (SIS), unless they are pregnant, in their postpartum year, or a former foster youth under 26.
Emergency dental services such as treatment for serious pain, infections, and extractions will still be covered. If you applied for Medi-Cal before January 1, 2026, full dental benefits remain available through June 30, 2026.
AC Transit is dealing with a serious budget shortfall, and the impacts could be felt in our community. The AC Transit Board recently approved a contingency plan that would take effect if new, stable funding is not secured.
Without additional funding, the agency may be forced to cut bus service by up to 16% and reduce its workforce by roughly 300 positions. No specific routes have been targeted yet, but all lines serving District 3 residents are under review.
Key Dates to Know
June 10, 2026: The Board votes on draft service reduction scenarios
Public Hearings: Community members will have a chance to weigh in
June 2027: Service reductions could go into effect if no new funding is secured
How to Stay Informed
We encourage you to review the full details of the contingency plan and the upcoming scenarios via the links below:
April marks the 8th annual statewide celebration, established by the California Legislature in 2019. This year's theme is joy, action, and power, focusing on social well-being, equity, inclusion, and access.
Alameda County recognizes arts, culture, and creativity as essential to our community. Arts inspire discovery and joy, culture strengthens community connections, and creativity drives positive change.
Join us in celebrating the rich diversity of artistic and cultural traditions across our community!
Congratulations to Alameda County Librarian Deb Sica, who received the prestigious I Love My Librarian Award from the American Library Association. Selected from more than 1,300 nominations, Deb is one of only 10 librarians nationwide to receive this year's award. Throughout her career, she has been a champion for racial equity, LGBTQIA+ rights, and intellectual freedom.
Alameda County Health (AC Health) has launched a new, unified website at health.alamedacountyca.gov, bringing together more than a dozen previously separate sites into one centralized hub.
The redesigned site features improved navigation, a search function, and mobile-friendly design. It will be ADA-compliant and offers multilingual support via a language selector in the top right corner. A "Find Services" tab helps visitors locate resources across Public Health, Behavioral Health, Environmental Health, and Housing and Homelessness Services.
PUBLIC BENEFITS PROGRAMS
To apply for benefits online: https://BenefitsCal.com for CalFresh, CalWORKs, Refugee Cash Assistance, and Medi-Cal www.CoveredCA.com for Medi-Cal www.GetCalFresh.org for CalFresh
By telephone:
Speak to an eligibility worker to apply forCalFresh, Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, GeneralAssistance, Refugee Cash Assistance, and the Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) over the phone or request an application for any program: 510-263-2420 or 1-888-999-4772
CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES
Child Abuse Hotline: 510-259-1800
Adoptions - General Information: 510- 268-2422
Adoption, Foster Parent, Foster License Information: 510-259-3575
Foster Care Eligibility Info line: 510-268-2500
Independent Adoption: 510-268-2428
Independent Living Program: 510-667-7696
Post Permanency (Serving postadoptive and Kin-GAP families): 510-268-2553
Stepparent Adoption: 510-268-4276
EMERGENCY HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Housing and Emergency Lodging Program (HELP) is available to single adultswho are Alameda County residents and are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless. Apply online.
Alameda County Season of Sharing (SOS) provides one-time emergency housingassistance or critical family needs to families with children 18 and under living in the home; persons age 55 and older; individuals with medically verified disabilities, veterans, emancipated or former foster youth, victims of domestic violence or violent crimes, and pregnant women in their 2nd trimester or later.
Read more about eligibility and program criteria.
ADULT & AGING SERVICES
Adult Protective Services: 866-CALLAPS
Area Agency on Aging County Veterans Service Office:
Email: veterans@acgov.org
In-Home Supportive Services: 510-577-1900
Public Administrator's Office: 510-577-3539
Public Guardian-Conservator: 510- 577-3585
Senior Info & Assistance: 1-800-510-2020 or 510-577-3530
Email: seniorinfo@acgov.org
Apply Here
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.
Apply Here
Positive Coaching Alliance is recruiting four AmeriCorps Community Impact Ambassadors (2 in Oakland, 2 in San Francisco) for a service opportunity running May 1 through November 30, 2026.
- Commitment: 16-24 hours/week (450 total hours)
- Location: Oakland or San Francisco
Ambassadors will support coach recruitment events, engage community partners, contribute to sports equity efforts, and coach with a local youth sports program. This role is part of the California Men's Service Challenge, advancing mentorship for young people through sport.
Next Drawing Date: Tuesday, 04/28/2026
Apply Here
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
Apply Here
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
Apply Here
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: Saturday, 04/30/2026 at any library location.
Details and Application Here.
Design an original bookmark inspired by the 2026 Summer Reading theme "Plant a Seed, Read" or celebrating books and libraries. Winning designs will be printed and distributed during the Summer Reading Program.
Contest forms are available on the library's website or at any of the three Alameda Free Library locations.
- Deadline: Saturday, April 30 at any library location
- Age categories: 5-8, 9-11, 12-18, and 19+
- Winners announced: Early May
Entries from those under 18 require a parent or guardian signature.
Due: Monday, 05/04/2026
Apply Here
The Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program is accepting applications for its 2026 Community Stewardship Grants, offering up to $6,000 for projects that prevent stormwater pollution and support local watershed health.
Eligible applicants include teachers, student and youth groups, community and environmental organizations, HOAs, and nonprofits. Projects can include litter cleanups, creek restoration, habitat enhancement, art projects, community outreach, and more. Creative ideas are encouraged!
Due: Friday, 05/08/2026
Apply Here
High school juniors and seniors and college students in Assembly District 18 are encouraged to apply for the Summer 2026 Student Internship Program. This 10-week internship runs June 1 to August 7 at the Elihu M. Harris State Building in Downtown Oakland.
Interns will develop and present an original policy proposal addressing a community issue, working alongside local stakeholders and policy experts.
Requirements:
- High school or college student
- Minimum 10 hours per week
- Connection to Assembly District 18 or California's East SF Bay Region
Apply today to make your mark on your community while still in school!
Due: Monday, 05/11/2026
Apply Here
Kaiser Permanente is accepting applications for Sponsorship Funding Cycle 2, supporting programs and events in the Greater Southern Alameda Area that address community health needs. The Greater Southern Alameda Area includes the cities of Hayward, San Leandro, Union City, Newark, Fremont, and unincorporated Castro Valley, Cherryland/Ashland, and San Lorenzo.
Due: Friday, 05/15/2026
To learn more and submit a nomination online please visit arts.acgov.org/advocacy
Community members are invited to submit nominations to this annual program! The Alameda County Arts Leadership Awards Program is an excellent way to celebrate someone who deserves to be recognized for their important work in the Alameda County arts community! The Alameda County Arts Commission invites County residents to submit nominations for the 2026 Arts Leadership Awards Program. This annual program enables the Alameda County Arts Commission and the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to recognize five individuals for their outstanding achievements and contributions impacting the arts community and the residents of Alameda County.
Due: Friday, 05/29/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Apply Here
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.
Due: Friday 05/29/2026
Apply Here
The Bay Area Air District and Marie Harrison Community Foundation are accepting applications for the 2026 Marie Harrison Environmental Justice Scholarship. Now in its fourth year, the scholarship will support twelve students with $5,000 each toward undergraduate education.
Preferred applicants have an interest in social justice, environmental science, environmental justice, law, policy, or urban planning, attended a Bay Area high school, and demonstrate financial need.
Due: Sunday, 05/31/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Program Begins: 10/23/2026.
Apply Here
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is accepting applications for its CARE Power-Building and Engagement (Pb+E) Learning Lab, a 6-month professional development program for Bay Area community-based organization staff.
Selected organizations will deepen their knowledge of land use, transportation, housing, and climate policy while strengthening leadership and power-building skills. Each selected organization receives a $20,000 stipend, technical assistance, and peer learning support.
Application Available: Monday, 04/13/2026
Due: Sunday, 05/31/2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Apply Here
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 Process Begins: Wednesday, 04/01/2026
Due: Monday, 06/01/2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Apply Here
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
Apply Here
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
Apply Here
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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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.
In-Person Public Comment Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings:
Members of the public may speak during the meeting by submitting a speaker slip to the Clerk. Items scheduled for a specific time on the agenda will not be heard before the listed time and may not be called exactly at that time, depending on the Board’s proceedings.
NOTE: Only matters within the Board’s jurisdiction may be addressed. Written public comments will not be read during the public comment period.
Written Public Comment Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings:
Comments submitted by 3:00 p.m. the day before the meeting will be shared with all Board Members and included in the official record. Comments submitted after the deadline will still be added to the official meeting record but will not be shared with Board Members before the meeting. Comments will not be read aloud during the meeting.
By Email: You may email your written public comment to cbs@acgov.org. Please include your name and either the agenda item number or indicate that your comment is for Public Input (items not on the agenda).
By Online Form: You may submit your written public comment using the online form here.
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 24 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 72 hours 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.
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