Public Works staff will be seeking City Council approval of the 2025 Zero Waste Implementation Plan (ZWIP) at the January 20^th City Council meeting. The Plan proposes strategies and programs to help the City meet its diversion goal of 89%. Staff is recommending 12 new programs across four key areas (behavior change, waste reduction, reuse, and construction and demolition) to add ~4.5% to the 81% diversion rate achieved as of 2024. 

City Council meeting, Janaury 20th, 7pm - Agenda and Staff Report

• Join in person: City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers (3rd floor)
• Join via Zoom: Meeting Registration
• Join by telephone: Call 669-900-9128, and enter Zoom meeting ID: 833 3873 3321
• Email written comments to clerk@alamedaca.gov
• Public Comment Guide for Zoom Meetings

Interested in helping your neighbors make the switch to electric appliances? Become an East Bay Electric Coach!

Rewiring America is hosting a free, four-week training series from February 17 – March 17 for community members. Once trained, Electric Coaches may provide neighbor-neighbor support for homeowners and renters, as well as engage in advocacy opportunities. 

Apply now for the upcoming session. Electric Coaches can also reach out to the City for additional information about local issues, programs and rebates to share with your neighbors at dmieler@alamedaca.gov. 

Learn more about the benefits of modern, efficient electric appliances and view available rebates at Rewiring America.

Ava Bike Electric is making sustainable transportation more accessible with instant rebates of $400-$1,500 on new e-bikes for Alameda County residents.

Eligible applicants will be entered into random drawings for a chance to receive an instant rebate. Drawings happen monthly through September 2026.

Income-qualified participants who receive a higher rebate plus an additional $250 safety equipment rebate.

Apply at AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric.

AMP customers are eligible for an additional rebate on e-bikes of $100-$300.

E-bike safety

• The same rules of the road that apply to traditional bicycles also apply to all e-bikes.
• Riders and passengers under 18 years old on Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes are required to wear a helmet.
• Class 3 e-bikes are subject to additional state regulations:
  • Operators must be at least 16 years old
  • Helmets are required
  • No passengers are allowed
  • Class 3 e-bikes are not permitted on trails

Learn more from the Alameda Police Department.