Hayward Business License Tax Modernization—Measure CC

In so doing, the Council also approved a resolution calling for the drafting of a ballot argument to be included in the Alameda County Voter Information Guide for the Nov. 3 election explaining the BLT and the importance of updating the tax.

What is the Hayward Business License Tax?

The Hayward Business License Tax is an annual fee paid by businesses that are registered to operate in Hayward. The amount paid is based on a flat rate applied by business category, a business’s total number of employees or its level of gross receipts.

Planning Commission Meeting: June 11, 2026

The Planning Commission conducts public hearings and makes decisions on use permits, variances, site plan and architectural reviews and related planning and zoning actions for residential, commercial and industrial development, and subdivisions of land. The Commission also makes recommendations related to planning regulations, design review policies, development of parks and open space, and the General Plan.

Personnel Commission Meeting: June 11, 2026

The Personnel Commission is responsible for the adoption and modification of new and existing job descriptions for Hayward city government. The Commission also reviews the City's employment lists and the City's Affirmative Action Plan. The Commission may hold hearings for employee grievances or complaints and for appeals to disciplinary action. The Commission issues an advisory decision to the City Manager in such matters.

T-1.3: develop a Priority List of Complete Streets Improvements

Based on the completed Complete Streets Assessment (existing Mobility program 6), the Complete Streets Inventory Baseline, and the 2020 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, develop a priority list of complete streets improvements such as retrofits, design standards, and green infrastructure that would accommodate walking, biking, transit use and carpooling.

Environmental Justice Element

Historically, negative environmental impacts have been shown to disproportionately affect marginalized populations, including racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic minorities. As a result of these environmental impacts, marginalized populations tend to have poorer health and safety outcomes relative to the broader population.