City Council, responsible for the legislative function of the City, such as reviewing public policies and adopting policies responsive to the community. All the council members serve at large, which means that each member represents the entire city. This is a, Special City Council meeting, will take place outside of our normal schedule of meetings. To review the materials for meeting please click the button below:, Agenda and Reports, 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, cityclerk@hayward-ca.gov, . If you require translation services during the meeting, please contact the Office of the City Clerk 48 hours in advance of the meeting using the contact information above., 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. eComments received after 3:00 p.m. through the adjournment of…, list-mayor-council@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., How to provide spoken Public Comment during the Special City Council Meeting, : Complete the online speaker card at the Council Chamber entrance or click the link below. Use the “Raise Hand” function during the Public Comment section as indicated by the Mayor. For further information please visit the, City Clerk's Office page here, ., Click link below to join the meeting:, https://hayward.zoom.us/j/84268054164?pwd=MUgUmlsiM0Q7n83wp5jZ9De7KO8ur8.1, Meeting ID: 842 6805 4164, Password: C1013@530p, or , Dial: +1 833 548 0276 (Toll Free), , Meeting ID, : 842 6805 4164, Password, : 2464331210, How to watch the meeting, :, Zoom, Streamed live on our website, Streamed live on Youtube, Comcast Cable Local Channel 15
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New Statewide Ban on Irrigating Non-Functional Turf, In fall 2023, California State Legislature passed the Non-Functional Turf Bill , also known as Assembly Bill 1572, which prohibits the use of potable (drinking) water to irrigate “non-functional turf” (NFT) at commercial, industrial, and institutional (CII) properties, municipal local and state properties, and HOA common areas and common interest developments. About Assembly Bill 1572 AB 1572…, This regulation does not apply to artificial turf/grass., What is Non-Functional Turf?, "Non-Functional Turf (NFT)" is defined as live, decorative grass or lawn areas that are “non-functional” or not used for recreational purposes. This generally includes grass and lawns that are solely ornamental and streetscaped areas such as: Grass along private and public streets, including grass maintained by the City Grass in medians, roundabouts, or entry signage zones Narrow lawn strips in…, Compliance Deadlines by Property Type, The irrigation ban applies to state and local government properties, CII properties, educational institutions, and HOA communities and common areas. Compliance deadlines vary depending on the property type:, January 1, 2027, : Municipal (state and local) and other publicly owned properties , January 1, 2028, : All commercial, industrial, and institutional properties, January 1, 2029, : HOA communities and common areas and other common interest developments , January, 1, 2031, : Local government properties in disadvantaged communities, Property Owner Requirements, Check back here for updates on compliance certification. Property owners are required to submit a Compliance Certification Form to certify that their properties comply with AB 1572., June 30, 2030, : Owners of CII properties with more than, 5,000 SF of irrigated area, (other than cemeteries) shall certify that their property is AB 1572 compliant with the State Water Board every three years through 2039, June 30, 2031, : Owners of HOA and common interest developments with, more than 5,000 SF of irrigated area, shall certify that their property is AB 1572 compliant with the State Water Board every three years through 2040 Exemptions Single family residential lawns Functional grass or lawns for sports, recreation, and community activities Trees within NFT areas or that are watered without spray or overhead irrigation Grass irrigated with recycled or non-potable water Other functional turf areas, Additional Resources, Resource for Property Owners with Non-Functional Turf (California Water Efficiency Partnership) New State Regulations for Non-Functional Turf (State Water Resources Control Board) FAQ for New State Regulations for Non-Functional Turf (State Water Resources Control Board) Water Wise Landscaping (City of Hayward), Questions?, Water Conservation Program Staff Contact: waterconservation@hayward-ca.gov or call (510) 583-4700.
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Voter Registration Information:, For information regarding Voter Eligibility, Voter Registration Status, the Safe At Home program, Voters Living Abroad, and more, please visit the , Alameda County Registrar of Voters, For information Online Voter Registration, Upcoming Elections, Campaign Disclosure Requirements, Ballot Initiatives, and more, please visit the , Secretary of State - Elections Division, Early voting begins on October 5, 2026, at the Alameda County Registrar of Voters' office. Vote Centers will open beginning October 24, 2026. Visit, Alameda County Registrar of Voters November 3 General Election Page, for locations, dates and hours., November 3, 2026 General Election Calendar:, October 19, 2026, : Under EC § 2102, this is the last day to register to vote for the November 3, 2026 General Election., November 3, 2026, : Election Day (EC § 1000). Vote Centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for in-person voting and ballot drop-off. Vote by Mail ballots must be postmarked no later than this date., December 3, 2026, : Under EC § 15372, this is the last day for the Registrar of Voters to submit a certified statement of election results., December 8, 2026, : Under EC §§ 9217, 10262, and 10263, the City Council must certify the election results., Questions? Contact, :, Office of the City Clerk, (510) 583-4400 or, Email →
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Welcome. Our mission is to provide excellent utility services to Hayward customers. Hetch Hetchy Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Water, - Our team manages the procurement, transmission, and distribution of your water supply and oversees the City's water conservation programs. Learn more about how water flows from the snow-capped mountains of Yosemite to your tap. View information about water and sewer rates ., Sewer Collection, - Our team is responsible for maintaining Hayward's network of sewer collection pipelines and wastewater lift stations. Learn more about where your wastewater goes after you wash, shower, and flush., Wastewater Treatment, - Our team uses biological and environmentally friendly processes to clean Hayward's wastewater before discharging it into the bay or reusing it for industrial purposes. We use biogas created in this process to power City facilities! Learn more about the treatment process . Awards and Recognitions 2015 USEPA Green Power Leadership Award for on-site green power generation at the Water Pollution…
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The City is committed to making water conservation a way of life. This includes maximizing water use efficiency and prohibiting water waste. Prohibited Wasteful Water Practices are described in Section 11-2.47 of the Hayward Municipal Code. If you see water waste, please submit a report with an address and brief description using the Access Hayward link below (under "Utilities - Environment -…, The following water uses are prohibited in the City of Hayward:, Excessive use of water due to defective or broken plumbing or irrigation system Any use of water that results in flooding or runoff into gutters or streets Any use of water for irrigation in a manner that causes excessive water flow, overspray or runoff onto non-irrigated areas Irrigation during and within 48 hours after measurable rainfall Application of water to driveways and sidewalks Using a…, The following additional actions are strongly encouraged:, Irrigate your yard in the early morning and evening hours to reduce evaporation Install water saving fixtures and appliances - learn about free devices and rebates from the City Don't run your dishwasher or clothes washing machine until you have a full load
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The Hayward Police Department has adopted the use of small, remotely operated Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), also commonly referred to as drones, as an efficient and effective way of providing law enforcement critical information to respond to calls for service and emergency situations, or to conduct criminal investigations., Overview, : Unmanned aerial systems may be utilized to enhance the Hayward Police Department’s mission of protecting lives and property when other means and resources are not available or are less effective. Any use of a UAS will be in strict accordance with constitutional and privacy rights and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations., HPD may deploy an UAS under the following circumstances, : Anti-UAV (Unmanned aerial vehicles) operations when a person is operating a UAV in a manner which impedes emergency personnel who, in the course of their duties, are coping with an emergency (refer to Penal Code § 402(a)1); When there is probable cause to believe that the UAS will record images of a place, thing, condition, or event, and that those images tend to show a felony has been…, Privacy considerations:, The use of the UAS potentially involves privacy considerations. Absent a warrant or exigent circumstances, operators and observers shall adhere to FAA altitude regulations and shall not intentionally record or transmit images of any location where a person would have a reasonable expectation of privacy (e.g., residence, yard, enclosure). Operators and observers shall take reasonable precautions…, The UAS video surveillance equipment shall, not, be used, : To conduct random surveillance activities. To conduct personal business of any type. The UAS shall not be weaponized. The UAS shall not have facial recognition technology. To target a person based solely on actual or perceived characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, economic status, age, cultural group, or…, Read the full UAS Policy here, Questions or Concerns? Contact: , Anyone may contact the UAS Team directly using the , Police - Drone , topic in , Access Hayward, ., UAS Frequently Asked Questions, Monthly Flight Log Archive, : September 2026 August 2026 July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 April 2026 March 2026 February 2026 January 2026, Annual Archive, Background Documents, :, Jan. 25, 2022 City Council Meeting, Adopt a Resolution and Policy Statement Regarding the Use of Surveillance Technologies and an Operational Policy for the Hayward Police Department's Unmanned Aerial Systems Program, Staff Report Resolution and Policy Statement Operations Manual Policy, Dec. 1, 2021 Council Infrastructure Committee Meeting, Review and Recommend Council Approval of: (1) a Proposed Council Resolution and Policy Statement Regarding Citywide Use of Surveillance Technologies; and (2) an Operational Policy for the Hayward Police Department's Unmanned Aerial Systems Program, Staff Report Resolution and Policy Statement Operations Manual Policy, Jul. 13, 2021 City Council Meeting, Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Purchase and Adoption of an Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS or “Drones”) Program for the Hayward Police Department (Report from Police Chief Chaplin - Report to be heard concurrently with LB 21-036 Informational Report on Data Transparency), Staff Report Resolution Policy, Find additional staff reports and documents in our Meetings and Agendas Center, Frequently Asked Questions, :, For additional information and FAQs, , visit the FAA UAS Info and Facts page on their website ►,
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2026 Building Permit Activity Reports by Month:, September, August, July, June, May, April, March, February, January, Monthly Building Permit Activity Report Archive, :
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About the Program, : In 1989, Hayward City Council adopted an ordinance establishing a mandatory Residential Rental Inspection Program (RRIP). The purpose of this Residential Rental Inspection Program (, Hayward Municipal Code SEC. 9-5., ) is to provide safe and healthy housing choices through the safeguarding and preservation of the City's housing stock. Additionally, it is the program's mission to assure that all housing is maintained in accordance with adopted codes, as well as minimum California State Housing Standards as mandated by California Housing Law also known as, California Health and Safety Code, . The provisions of this program and the Rental Housing Inspection Ordinance apply to all rental housing units and to all hotel and motel units defined in the ordinance and are supplementary and complementary to all of the provisions of the Hayward Municipal Code, state law, or other adopted codes., Rental Inspections, :, Site inspections can occur in three ways, : Request for inspection from tenant Request for inspection of unit by owner or his/her designee or Periodic inspection(s) conducted by the City. Upon notification by the City, owners of a rental property in the City of Hayward are subject to rental housing inspections. During an inspection, inspectors conduct in depth reviews of rental property conditions to assure compliance with applicable…, The most common violations are, : Un-permitted construction or installations Missing or non-functional smoke detection devices Faulty mechanical appliances Faulty weather protection Faulty plumbing Junk & debris Mold and mildew damage General deferred maintenance For a detailed listing of common violations and corrections please download our , Common Housing Violations Sheet, ., Request an Inspection, : If you are a tenant living in substandard conditions or a property owner wishing to conduct an inspection with our division to assure your dwellings are currently up to code, please contact us: Use , Access Hayward, or Call (510) 583-4175 or Email , rentalinspectionprogram@hayward-ca.gov, , Rental Self-Certification, : On May 13, 2014, the Hayward City Council approved an Ordinance amending the Residential Rental Inspection Program (RRIP) which included a self-certification component. Qualifying property owners may participate in the Self-Certification Program if certain conditions identified in the RRIP Ordinance are met. Self-Certification is intended to reward those property owners who have shown a history…, Additional Information/Documents, : Rental Notice To Tenants Self-Certification Application – Affidavit and Checklist Instructions Self-Certification Application – Affidavit Self-Certification Checklist
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TOCs are the areas around transit hubs where housing, jobs, services, and businesses can thrive in a growing community. By coordinating transportation, land use, and community needs, the City is working to create neighborhoods where more people can get where they need to go without relying on a car for every trip. By constructing TODs within these transit-rich areas, Hayward strives to make it…, Why TOCs and TODs Matter, When communities are planned around transit, residents have more choices in how they get around and reduce their household costs on transportation. New housing and destinations near transit can help shorten trips, support local businesses, reduce traffic and emissions, and make healthier, cost-effective travel more convenient. They provide regional access while still designing for local…, Create vibrant neighborhoods, : Support local shops, services, jobs, and public institutions near transit., Improve transit access:, Make it safer and easier to walk, bike, or roll to an array of transit options., Support more housing:, Encourage developing more housing in our City, with a variety of housing types., Reduce household costs:, By locating housing and other services near transit, the proportion of a household’s cost for transportation is reduced., Strengthen local businesses:, Help commercial districts near transit remain active, accessible, and resilient with locally invested customers and employees., Advance equity:, Center communities that have historically experienced barriers to opportunity and investment, such as our disability or lower-income communities., Coordinate public investment:, Align infrastructure and neighborhood improvements to maximize community benefits. These goals are aligned with those set forth in the City’s General Plan, and Housing and Mobility Elements, and help Hayward meet community needs for affordable housing and transportation options as the city grows. This work is about creating places that are connected, welcoming, and designed around the needs of…, Explore the Work, The City of Hayward has two geographies where we are advancing this sustainable growth. They are near the Hayward BART station and Downtown area, and the South Hayward BART station and Mission Boulevard area. While development policies will guide this work over future decades, the City’s Transportation Division is working today to make these areas more comfortable, accessible, and inviting…, Are You a Developer Interested in Hayward?, Reach out to our Planning Division at, planning.division@hayward-ca.gov, today to see how your TOD project can help us meet our TOC objectives.
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About the Council Sustainability Committee, The Council Sustainability Committee meets twice a year to discuss policy issues related to Hayward's environmental goals. At each meeting, the Committee receives presentations and written and oral reports from staff and provides policy direction for the full City Council to consider. Currently Serving on the Committee: Councilmember Francisco Zermeño Councilmember Dan Goldstein Councilmember…, Meetings, The Council Sustainability Committee typically meets on the 2nd Monday of March and September. Meetings are generally held at 5:00 p.m. at City Hall in Conference Room 2A, 777 B Street. Special meetings may be added to the calendar as needed. Upcoming meeting dates: November 12, 2026 Special Meeting Topic: Environmental & Economic Impacts from Data Centers December 7, 2026 Special Meeting…, How do I participate?, Take a look at the agenda for the meeting you plan to attend. There is an opportunity for public comments at the beginning of each meeting. Comments are limited to 3 minutes per person. You can also send your comments by email ahead of the meeting to erik.pearson@hayward-ca.gov . Guide to Virtual Meeting Participation *Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for…
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