Your water travels all the way from Yosemite to get to your tap. Unlike other sources of water, which rely on energy-intensive pumping systems, Hayward's water travels mostly downhill using the force of gravity. Hayward buys its water from the Hetch Hetchy Regional Water System, which is managed by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Water Supply 1. Snow melts into the Hetch Hetchy…, Hetch Hetchy Water System - Legendary Past, Visionary Future, This video gives an overview of the Hetch Hetchy Water System, which provides water for Hayward and other parts of the Bay Area. It recounts the beginnings of the system following the 1906 earthquake and has some great footage of old San Francisco. [video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XerSPsKQcg]
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Did you know Hayward has been a, Certified Tree City, for 30 years? Learn about the many benefits of urban trees and what the City is doing to keep them healthy. 30 Years Trees have many benefits in an urban environment, including providing shade that reduces our energy needs, reducing air and noise pollution, and stabilizing soil to decrease runoff and erosion. Trees also help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by absorbing the emissions from the air…, Annual Arbor Day Celebration, The City of Hayward, as a cooperative effort with the Hayward Unified School District and the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, celebrates, Arbor Day, each year. Arbor Day has been held in Hayward since 1985. Since 1989, the celebrations have been held at a Hayward school and a Hayward park. Each year one school is chosen to host the celebration, including information booths, tree plantings at the school, and presentation of a Tree City Award. Huntwood Tree Planting, Tree Related Services:, City of Hayward Tree Preservation Ordinance The City of Hayward's Maintenance Department works hard to maintain over 30,000 public trees. We have certified arborists on staff and keep track of all of our tree maintenance in a computerized database. Have tree questions? See our Basic Tree FAQ . Learn about protected trees in Hayward and read about our Urban Forest in this February 2012 report.…
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Hayward's Sulphur Creek Nature Center and Shoreline Interpretive Center allow community members to get up close and personal with local wildlife and ecosystems. Both facilities are operated by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District. , Hayward Mural: turtles, Sulphur Creek Nature Center Sulphur Creek Nature Center is a Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center. Staff and volunteers provide wildlife rehabilitation to hundreds of native wild animals that are sick, orphaned, or injured. In addition, they offers extensive wildlife education to all ages. Bring your family or class to the Sulpher Creek Center off of D Street, or have them bring animals…, Sulphur Creek Nature Center, Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center The Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center is a wonderful place to learn about the ecology of the San Francisco Bay Estuary. At the base of the Hayward-San Mateo bridge, the Center features exhibits, programs, and activities designed to inspire a sense of appreciation and stewardship for the bay and its inhabitants. They also have naturalists that give weekend…, Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center, East Bay Parks and Recreation Resources The East Bay Parks and Recreation District is responsible for the protection of all wildlife within its parks. The District maintains a resources page on the diverse birds, mammals, reptiles, and invertebrates that live in east bay parks., View videos from their Library:, [video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkDivvyBlU8&index=6&list=PLCU8-YhkPksdyM762eaYbiHI63JJeALdx]
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You create dozens of gallons of wastewater when you wash, shower, and flush. This water is treated through biological and environmentally friendly processes before being released into the bay. See how the process works. Wastewater Treatment 1. Water from your sink, shower, clothes washer and toilet drain into Hayward's sanitary sewer system. The sewer system is maintained by City crews who…, Energy Production:, The solids that are separated out of the wastewater are used to make biogas that fuels a co-generation engine that provides power used to run the treatment facility. In addition, the treatment facility has a 1.6 MW solar facility that together with the cogeneration system provides more power than the facility needs with excess energy exported to the grid for use at other City facilities. Since…, Call 510.293.5395 or email, diane.vargas@hayward-ca.gov, to schedule a tour of our award-winning Wastewater Treatment Facility.
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Did you ever wonder where the extra water goes during a rainstorm? Stormwater runs into Hayward’s creeks and eventually into the bay. Learn about your watershed. Watershed What is a Watershed? A watershed is the system of creeks that bring stormwater from your sidewalk to the bay. Some of Hayward’s creeks are above ground, like the San Lorenzo creek near the Hayward Japanese Gardens. Other…, 1. Throw trash in the can, The trash you throw in the street will eventually end up on the beach or in the bay. Trash is not only ugly to look at, but it pollutes our water and can make animals sick., 2. Garden without toxic chemicals, When people use pesticides to kill the pests in their yards, they create a toxic environment that can be harmful to both humans and animals. Did you know that not all bugs are bad? Some are even beneficial to your garden. Learn more ., 3. Keep chemicals, pet waste, soap, and oil away from your storm drain, After a rain storm all the water flows to the nearest creek. That means any pollutant on the street or in your yard gets carried to our water bodies and eventually the bay and ocean. Can you imagine swimming in all the stuff that’s on our streets? Please clean up after your pet and after you change your oil or wash your car. No trash in the bay
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The City of Hayward is dedicated to doing its part to address the serious issue of climate change -- and we need your help. , “This is not some distant problem of the future. This is a problem that is affecting Americans right now. Whether it means increased flooding, greater vulnerability to drought, more severe wildfires — all these things are having an impact on Americans as we speak.”, Former U.S. President Barack Obama, interview with Al Roker, May 6, 2014 View of Hayward from the hills, Climate change is already happening, Bordered by the San Francisco Bay on the west and fire-prone hills on the east, sea level rise and increased chance of wildfire are realities that the City of Hayward faces every day. While the flooding, burning, and poor air quality associated with these conditions have the power to severely impact the infrastructure and health of our entire community, climate-related conditions…
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The Hayward Police Department provides tours of the Police facility, allowing residents and visitors to view the, Communications Center, Jail-Sally Port, Investigations Bureau, Traffic Bureau-Motorcycle Unit, Records Bureau, Command Offices,, and other selected areas. Tours are available Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.. Tours are offered only to groups of 10 or more. School and youth groups are especially encouraged to tour the facility., Please contact the representative for your area to schedule a tour., Crime Prevention Specialist: 510.293.1043
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HPD Mike Rippy The City of Hayward’s Police Department has a rich history of dedicated service to the community. This service extends to the Police Reserve Bureau. The Reserves have been in existence since the 1950’s and continue to be a vital and integral part of the Police Department. The Hayward Reserve Police Bureau is a volunteer organization, whose members supplement full time paid officers…, Requirements to become a Reserve Officer:, To become a Reserve Officer, you will need to successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph, medical and psychological evaluation. The successful Reserve applicant must pass a POST certified academy program, and the Hayward Police Department’s Field Training Program., How to apply to be a Reserve Officer:, If you have any questions or are interested in becoming a Reserve Officer, please contact the Reserve Coordinator at 510.293.7089. Applications are available via www.CalOpps.org .
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Annual interest of more than one year's tenancy for controlled units covered by the Residential Rent Stabilization Ordinance.
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Members of the community may ride along with uniformed Hayward police officers while they perform their shift patrol duties. Through a ride along, the public gets an opportunity to meet individual police officers and to see, first-hand, how police officers do their job. While Hayward residents are given priority in participating in ride alongs, Hayward residence is not a requirement for…, How do I apply to ride along?, Applicants must fully complete the Ride Along Application below. To participate in the program, the Declaration of Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability must be signed by the applicant. If the applicant is under 18, both the applicant and their parent or legal guardian must sign the waiver. The application and waiver forms must be submitted at least ten working days before the desired Ride…, When can I ride along?, Ride Alongs are scheduled for up to 4 hours and coincide with the different patrol shifts at the Hayward Police Department. There is a place on the application form to request specific dates and times to ride along. We will try to schedule your ride along as requested, however there is no guarantee that your request can be accommodated. We will contact you to let you know whether your application…, What should I wear and bring with me when riding along?, Riders must wear appropriate “business casual” attire which is suitable for having public contact. Shirts without collars, T-shirts, tank tops, sweat shirts, jeans, shorts, short skirts, halter tops, sneakers, high heel shoes, baseball caps, beanies, and similar attire are not permissible. Clothing which is similar in any way to uniforms worn by members of the Hayward Police Department and any…, Rules, You must comply with the following rules. Failure to comply with these rules will result in the immediate termination of your ride and you will not be allowed to participate in the Ride Along Program in the future. Riders are observers and you will be under the direct supervision of a police employee. You must comply with all directions and orders given to you by any police employee. You are not…, Ride Along Application and Waiver/Guidelines, Mail or deliver the required forms, at least 10 working days before your desired ride along date, to: Hayward Police Department 300 West Winton Avenue Hayward, CA 94544 Attention: Community Policing - Ride Along Coordinator Application and Waiver Program Guidelines, For more information, please call, Ride Along Coordinator at 510.293.7271
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