Latest Update: July 10, 2025
CITY OF HAYWARD AND ALAMEDA COUNTY AD HOC COMMITTEE ON REPARATIONS ANNOUNCE CREATION OF REDRESS FUN FOR FORMER RUSSELL CITY RESIDENTS
The City of Hayward and Alameda County Supervisors Elisa Márquez and Nate Miley jointly announced plans to establish a $900,000 redress fund to make amends to former Russell City residents who had property seized during the 1960s. During the period, approximately 700 parcels of Russell City land were acquired, and approximately 1,400 residents of the multi-racial, multi-ethnic Russell City community were displaced to make way for commercial and industrial redevelopment.
Meeting Materials Archive
Stay informed and up to date. This archive provides access to past meeting recordings, reports, and key documents related to the Russell City Reparative Justice Project. Whether you’re catching up or conducting research, you’ll find everything you need to track the project’s progress and milestones here.
Research & Reports
At the direction of the Steering Committee, researchers from the University of San Francisco and Ceres Policy Research have compiled data and historical documents on Russell City, leading to the drafting of reports proposing steps for reparative justice for the displaced families. Find those reports and finding here.
Historical Property Map
Explore a mapping tool being developed which shows past and present parcel in the area that was Russell City. Click below to see sample images of the tool. Learn how to opt out if you do not want your family name listed in this geographic information.
Historical Document Search
Search, find and view hundreds of news articles and other historical documents to learn the whole story about Russell City.
Submit Your Documents & Photos
Would you like to contribute Bible records, funeral programs, obituaries, photos, historical documents, or family histories to the Russell City historical digital collection? Here’s what you need to know to get started on sharing and preserving your family’s Russell City history.
Russell City Descendants
Use this form below to self-identify as a descendant of a former Russell City Resident and provide your information to the Russell City Reparative Justice Project Team.
Steering Committee
Thirteen members and two alternates represent the Russell City Community. Learn more about the committee and the role they play in the project.

