The City of Hayward is hosting the 43rd Annual Earth Day Poster and Writing Contest as a part of Hayward’s celebration of Earth Day 2026. The annual contest encourages students to explore environmental themes and share their ideas for protecting the planet through creative expression. All Hayward students in grades K–12 are invited to participate by submitting an original poster, poem, or essay…, www.hayward-ca.gov/earth-day, and contest rules and guidelines can be viewed at, www.hayward-ca.gov/poster-writing-contest, ., Key Dates & Details, Who Can Enter: Hayward students in grades K–12 Submission Types: Poster, poem, or essay Theme: Environmentally inspired: water conservation, energy conservation, renewable energy, recycling & composting, biking, walking, & carpooling, sustainable meals, environmental justice, litter-free environment, etc. Submission Deadline: Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. How to Enter: Students…, please call (510) 583-4726, or email , Melany.ChavezUgalde@hayward-ca.gov, .
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As Hayward experiences heavier and more frequent rainstorms this season, it’s more important than ever to understand how stormwater affects our neighborhoods, local creeks, and the Bay. Unlike water from sinks or toilets, stormwater runoff flows directly from streets, sidewalks, and yards into storm drains — which lead to the Bay without being treated. What goes into the street often ends up in…, Household Hazardous Waste facility, , such as the one at 2091 West Winton Avenue, for proper disposal. With more intense storms becoming more common, everyone has a role to play in protecting Hayward’s infrastructure, neighborhoods, and environment. By taking a few simple steps during the rainy season, residents can help reduce flooding, protect local waterways, and keep our community safe and resilient. For more information about…, City of Hayward’s Stormwater Services webpage, or contact Public Works at (510) 881-7900.
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If you plan on hosting a Super Bowl party this year, consider scoring extra points with your guests by adding environmentally friendly practices to your event. From kickoff to cleanup, below are some simple tips for hosting a sustainable Super Bowl party., Ask for RSVPs:, Knowing how many people plan to join you can help determine how much food to prepare and reduces the chances of needing to deal with leftovers. , Buy local and organic:, When possible, purchase food and drinks from local markets and restaurants. This cuts down on carbon released through transportation and reduces the need for transportation-related packaging. Buying organic avoids the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Consider visiting the Downtown Hayward Farmers Market that happens every Saturday for sourcing some of your food., Vegetarian dishes:, Although it may sound un-American not to eat burgers and hot dogs for the Super Bowl, avoiding meat is a good way to green your party. Life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions studies of food production have shown that red meat and dairy production generate more than double the greenhouse gas emissions of vegetarian food production. Try out at least some vegetarian dishes or dips. , Cook at home:, Cook or have a potluck. The packaging that comes with take-out food generates a lot of waste. Consider hosting a pre-cooking party and invite friends over to help with the food preparation. , Reusable Dishware:, Serve food on reusable plates and provide metal utensils and reusable cups. Most disposable dishware is not recyclable, and even the items labeled “compostable” are rarely accepted by local composting facilities., Recycle:, When packaging can’t be avoided, purchase recyclable packaging (like aluminum cans and glass bottles). Then make recycling easy for your guests by clearly labeling recycling bins and making them easy to locate., Don’t Fumble the FOG:, Don’t pour fats, oils, or grease (FOG) down the drain. This will protect your pipes, prevent sewer backups, and help you avoid expensive plumbing issues at home. Wipe grease from containers with paper or paper towels and put it in your organics bin, otherwise store FOG in a plastic bottle with a resealable lid and drop it off at a, Household Hazardous Waste Facility, .
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HAYWARD, Calif., , Jan. 27, 2026—The City of Hayward announced today a new visitor and tourism promotional campaign that leverages Hayward’s unrivaled centrality and connectedness within the San Francisco Bay Area. The new Heart of the Bay promotional campaign will use video and other creative content to highlight Hayward’s comparative advantage for ease of travel and saving on time and money getting to and from…
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Hayward Mayor Mark Salinas will deliver the annual State of the City address at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, at the Hayward Unified School District Performing Arts Center at 2390 Panama Street in Hayward. The State of the City is an opportunity for Hayward community members to hear directly from their mayor on city government affairs, new developments and initiatives, and progress delivering…, here, to the Hayward Strategic Roadmap page on the City of Hayward website. To learn more about what Hayward residents have told us about their priorities and the performance of their city government, check out the Resident Satisfaction Survey page, here, on the City of Hayward website.
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You may have noticed that we've changed things around a bit..., In fact, we've overhauled our website from the ground up. That means many links have changed, which is probably why you're seeing this message. We've done our best to make the new site easy to use and clutter free to help you find what you're looking for quickly and painlessly. Try our site search above, or check out some of our more popular destinations at the links provided. If you're still…, Press Releases, Pay your water bill City Services Hayward Police Department City Government
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Photo of the South Hayward BART Station The BART Board of Directors on Thursday will consider initial approval of a contingency plan that calls for closure of the South Hayward Station in the event a sales tax measure to support Bay Area transit agencies fails in the November 2026 election. On Wednesday, the City of Hayward sent a letter signed by Mayor Mark Salinas putting BART on notice that…
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Beginning Feb. 25, 2026, the Police Department front counter will be closed to the public on the last Wednesday of each month to ensure we continue providing the highest level of service with our current staffing levels. While the front counter will be closed on these days, officers and dispatch personnel will remain fully available to respond to calls for service. Emergency and non-emergency…
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The City of Hayward is ready to select its next Hayward Poet Laureate and next Hayward Youth Poet Laureate and will be accepting applications for both positions until March 17. Anyone 18 years of age or older as of April 1, 2026, and living within the Hayward city limits, is eligible to apply to fill the two-year term of Hayward Poet Laureate. In addition, teens between the ages of 13 and 19…, here, . The application for Youth Poet Laureate is available here .
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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., Want to learn more? Check out agenda and reports below, :, Agenda and Reports, How to watch the meeting from home, :, Comcast TV Channel 15, Live stream, YouTube Live stream, How to submit written Public Comment, :, Use eComment on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center webpage at:, https://hayward.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx, . eComments are directly sent to the iLegislate application used by City Council and City staff. Comments received before 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting will be exported into a report, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. Send an email to, cityclerk@hayward-ca.gov, by 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Please identify the Agenda Item Number in the subject line of your email. Emails will be compiled into one file, distributed to the City Council and staff, and published on the City's Meeting & Agenda Center under Documents Received After Published Agenda. Documents received after 3:00 p.m. through the adjournment of the meeting will be included as part of…, How to provide live Public Comment during the meeting, :, Meeting details will be posted the Friday before the meeting., Guide to Attending Virtual Meetings, *Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in compliance with the Americans Disabilities Act of 1990. Interested persons must request accommodation at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting by contacting the City Clerk at (510) 583-4400 or TDD (510) 247-3340. If you require translation services during the meeting, please contact the Office of the City Clerk…, meetings and agendas center, .
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