Green heart logo The City Council directed City staff in May to begin testing and implementing nine high-priority initiatives that grew out of a series of community conversations on policing and public safety that took place in 2020 and a follow-up Policy Innovation Workshop on Community Safety . The workshop, conversations and an associated public opinion survey were part of a Public Safety…, Stay informed about what's happening in your neighborhood and around town! Sign up for The Stack today! Sign Me Up
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[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tLdXZ8masU width:768 height:384] The City of Hayward acknowledged historical wrongs and celebrated its cultural heritage in 2021 with an apology for its past role in racial discrimination and with the opening of the new Heritage Plaza across from the new downtown public library. On Nov. 18, the City Council approved a resolution apologizing to Black,…, Stay informed about what's happening in your neighborhood and around town! Sign up for The Stack today! Sign Me Up
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Hayward vista and the red CDP logo Hayward was recognized in 2021 as one of 95 cities worldwide and among five in the San Francisco Bay Area on the 2021 CDP Cities A List for its ambition, leadership, and transparency on climate action. The CDP A-List designation , announced in November, marks the third time in four years that Hayward has earned the honor. The designation recognizes the City for…, Stay informed about what's happening in your neighborhood and around town! Sign up for The Stack today! Sign Me Up
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HAYWARD, Calif., , Jan. 24, 2022— The City of Hayward is updating important local government policy documents in 2022—among them the Housing Element of the General Plan and the Climate Action Plan—and is seeking community input as part of the process. The Housing Element of the General Plan identifies the City’s housing conditions and needs, establishes goals, objectives and policies that are the foundation of…
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STATISTICAL HIGHLIGHTS, January 9-15, 2022 , Weekly Arrests , (Includes cite/released): 28 , Homicide, , Weekly Calls for Service: , 1,747 , Assault—Great Bodily Injury, , 2, Weekly Reports Taken:, 115 , Burglary— Nonresidential , , 2, Weekly Complaints, (against HPD), :, 3 , Burglary—Residential , , 1, Weekly Calls Received:, 5,252 , Theft , , 8, This data is subject to change and based on crimes that were reported to have occurred during the time frame of this report. Some reports may yet to be initiated and/or reclassified during investigations. , Theft from Auto , , 6, Robbery , , 2, Vehicle Theft , , 8, Mental Health Calls , , 15, Reports of Gunfire , , 4, Significant Incidents, , Carjacking, : On 01/10/2022, at 9:34 PM, the victim was sitting in her vehicle near the 600 block of Berry Ave when she was approached by the suspect (the victim and suspect know each other). The suspect brandished a firearm and took the victim’s vehicle. The suspect fled the scene in the car, which was later located, unoccupied, in a neighboring city. (Report #2022-001753), Home Invasion/Assault with a Deadly Weapon, : On 01/11/2022, at 3:30 AM, the suspects forced entry into the victim’s home near the 29000 block of Vanderbilt St while the victims were home. The suspects assaulted the victims and took property from the residence before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction. (Report #2022-001796), Recovered Stolen Vehicle, : On 01/11/2022, at 9:48 PM, officers conducted a vehicle stop near the intersection of W. A St and Victory Dr. after a record check of the license plate revealed it belonged to a different make/model vehicle. Officers determined the vehicle to be stolen and the driver was arrested. (Report #2022-001932), Commercial Burglary, : On 01/14/2022, at 6:17 AM, the suspects forced entry into a business near the 25000 block of Mission Blvd. The suspects took unknown items from the business before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction. (Report #2022-002350), For additional information, visit: https://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/hayward, Download PDF
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OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HAYWARD CITY COUNCIL HEARING DATE RESCHEDULED TO FEBRUARY 8, 2022 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, a public hearing as required by Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), will be held with respect to a proposed plan of financing providing for the issuance by the California Municipal Finance Authority (the “…, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that if you file a lawsuit challenging any final decision on the subject of this notice, the issues in the lawsuit may be limited to the issues which were raised at the City's public hearing or presented in writing to the City Clerk at or before the public hearing. By Resolution, the City Council has imposed the 90-day time deadline set forth in C.C.P. Section 1094.6 for filing of any lawsuit…
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The City of Hayward has been selected by data science company Litterati to participate in the City Fingerprint Project, through which litter throughout the city will be catalogued in an application designed to identify litter hot spots and inform policies around litter prevention. Hayward joins Memphis, TN and Norfolk, VA as one of the three cities selected to participate following a competitive…
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Despite high levels of rain and snowfall in late 2021, we need more rainy months to overcome the drought. We ask that you remain vigilant - particularly around outdoor water use. Review these tips to avoid water waste and protect our local water supply. Prevent irrigation overspray onto hardscapes. Water plants between 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. to reduce evaporation. Use a broom to clean pavement…
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The City of Hayward is now accepting environmentally-themed works of art from K-12 grade students as a part of its annual Earth Day Poster & Writing Contest. Interested participants can submit an original poster, poem, or essay about Earth Day for the chance to win up to $200 in gift cards. The Contest gives students an opportunity to express their unique views on water and energy…
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The City of Hayward is ringing in 2022 with a transition to 100 percent renewable energy, sourced entirely from California solar and wind energy. Starting this month, all Hayward customers served by East Bay Community Energy (EBCE) who are not enrolled in discount programs (such as CARE, FERA, or Medical Baseline) will be automatically enrolled in the Renewable 100 product. Switching to this…, Customers can Still Switch to Bright Choice Today, : Bright Choice is sourced from a power mix including 40 percent renewable energy and has a slightly lower price than PG&E. Customers may switch to the Bright Choice product at any time. For more information on changing your electricity product, visit www.EBCE.org/Hayward or call EBCE at 833-699-EBCE (3223) to speak with a representative directly. Customers can also choose to opt out of EBCE…, Discount Programs, : Customers on income-related (e.g. CARE or FERA) or Medical Baseline discount programs will automatically remain on Bright Choice service. To learn if you are eligible for any of these programs, visit www.EBCE.org/Paying-Bills . For more information, visit www.EBCE.org/Hayward .
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