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January 21, 2022

City to Apply for State’s Homekey Program to Convert Motel into Affordable Housing for Homeless Population

On Tuesday, January 18, the Fremont City Council voted unanimously for the City to apply for the second round of funding available through the State’s Homekey program. The City will apply for a $40.2 million State grant to purchase a motel and convert it to permanent affordable housing for those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. If awarded, the funding will be used to convert the Motel 6 located at 46101 Research Ave. in Fremont to 156 units of affordable housing. The City Council also authorized the City to enter into an agreement with affordable housing developer Shangri-La Industries for them to acquire, rehabilitate, and own the Motel 6 Homekey project in Fremont. The agreement also includes partnering with service provider Step Up for them to manage the property and provide supportive services to tenants.

New Dates for Fremont Police District Community Meetings

Join Police Chief Sean Washington on a virtual meeting to discuss current crime stats and crime trends. Chief Washington will also provide an overview of his transition plan, goals, and objectives.

Join our meeting on Zoom:

• Zoom Meeting ID: 981 5411 4553
• Passcode: 147807

Please note the new dates scheduled for these meetings:

District 3 Community Meeting (hosted by Councilmember Jenny Kassan)
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

District 5 Community Meeting (hosted by Vice Mayor Raj Salwan)
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Each meeting will include statistics relevant to the district, as well as discussions on these areas: Recent Crime Statistics; Current Crime Trends; Overview on Transition Plan; Department Goals and Objectives, and Q&A Session.

Unsure of what district you are in? Check out the district locator.

Meetings for remaining districts will be scheduled and announced later. All meetings will be closed captioned and recorded for future viewings.

Catch up on Jan. 18 Council Meeting

Did you miss this week’s January 18 City Council meeting? Catch up on the meeting agenda and webcast for information about the following item:

• Application for State Homekey Round 2 Funding - Authorize Staff to Partner with Shangri-La Industries, LLC and Step Up On Second Street, Inc. on an Application for Funding Under the State Homekey Round 2 Program to Acquire, Rehabilitate and Operate a Supportive Services Affordable Housing Project at 46101 Research Avenue (Currently the Motel 6)

Upcoming January 25 City Council/FUSD Liaison Committee Meeting

The following items appear on the City Council/Fremont Unified School District (FUSD) Liaison Committee Meeting agenda on Tuesday, January 25, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm:

• “Walk and Roll” Program Update: Background, Discussion of Current Program Participation and Continuous Improvement Ideas
• Discussion of Adult Crossing Guard Program: Issues and Improvement Ideas

To view the complete agenda, as well as learn how to attend the Council meeting, visit our website.

Centerville Complete Streets Community Meeting

The planning process for the Centerville Complete Streets project is concluding and the project's preferred design alternatives will be presented to the community before seeking approval from the Fremont City Council on February 8.

Join us at the upcoming Virtual Community Meeting #4 for this project next week:

Wednesday, January 26
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

The meeting will be conducted on Zoom, and meeting participants can join by desktop, tablet, or phone. 

Attend Fremont’s Redistricting Hearing on Feb. 15

Fremont is continuing the once-in-a-decade opportunity to redefine City district lines, and we need community input. The next virtual hearing on Tuesday, February 15, at 7:15 pm gives residents the opportunity to share their thoughts on proposed maps, election sequencing, and the impact redistricting could have on their community.

Zoom Webinar Link: https://zoom.us/j/94256090941

Webinar ID: 942 5609 0941

By Phone: 669-900-9128 

Webinar ID: 942 5609 0941

Click *9 to raise a hand to speak, via phone

Translation services are available by request, 72 hours prior to the meeting. Contact by email: redistrictfremont2021@fremont.gov. 

Submit Your Draft Map Today

Draft maps must be submitted by February 6 to be reviewed at the next Fremont Redistricting Public Hearing on February 15.

Olive Hyde Art Gallery: Journey of Color by May Shei

The Olive Hyde Art Gallery is opening the new year with Journey of Color, featuring the works of Taiwanese contemporary artist, May Shei. May works as a multifaceted art professional; teaching, creating, and showcasing her works in solo exhibitions and art competitions around the world. Graduating in the arts from both the Tainan University of Technology as well as the Chinese Culture University in the Arts, she uses her knowledge and natural feel to create exquisite, inviting pieces that show the colorful world of her interpretations of Chinese culture, history, and the abstracted. Born in a small town in southern Taiwan, May Shei brings the richness of her country's history into her artwork. Her paintings elegantly blend the traditional techniques of Asian art-making with her new contemporary processes. She often portrays the creatures of her childhood as well as ancient figures from Taiwan's cultural history. May's collection of work in Journey of Color examines the abstract, the natural, and the ways in which they collide with our modern world.

The Olive Hyde Art Gallery is located on 123 Washington Blvd in Fremont. For more information, visit our website or call 510-791-4357

COVID-19 Corner

Alameda County is aligned with updated CDC guidance in which mRNA vaccines are now preferred over Johnson & Johnson. Alameda County-operated vaccination clinics continue to make Johnson & Johnson vaccine available on request with education for an individual to make an informed decision including why the other available vaccines are recommended by the CDC. The County respects residents’ choices and will administer the vaccine of their choosing. 

While increasing, hospitalizations in Alameda County are not yet exceeding our peak from last winter. Local hospital capacity is greater than some of our neighboring counties. Hospitalized COVID-19 patients are utilizing <13% of current inpatient beds and just over 11% of ICU beds. The County understands that as many as half of these hospitalizations may be people with COVID who are hospitalized for other reasons (a heart condition or severe injury) and not for COVID disease

COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing

• Vaccine Guidance and Resources and COVID-19 Testing in Alameda County

• No-cost drive-thru COVID-19 testing at Fremont Central Park Sports Complex. Bay Area Community Health is partnering with the City of Fremont to offer free pop-up COVID-19 testing on a monthly basis in January, February, and March. Drive-thru appointments are available on several dates from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm at the Fremont Central Park Sports Complex, located at 1110 Stevenson Blvd. Masks are required to protect the health and safety of both workers and visitors. Appointments only. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parent/guardian. View the flyer.

Helpful Resources

• Real-time data from Alameda County of the impact of COVID-19.
• Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests. The tests are completely free and orders will typically ship in 7-12 days. “Get free at-home COVID-19 tests”.
• California Department of Public Health Masks for Kids: Tips and Resources.
• Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF): The Conversation videos about COVID-19 vaccine for children.

Graphic created by Alameda County Health Care Services Agency

Graphic created by California Department of Public Health