Photo of a truck unloading bulky waste at the transfer station. Registration is now open for the next Disposal Days event, Saturday, June 8. Hosted by the City of Hayward Maintenance Services Department, the event provides community members an additional way to dispose of household debris safely and legally free of charge. The Disposal Days program allows residents of the City of Hayward to…
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HAYWARD, Calif., , May 23, 2024— The City of Hayward announced on Tuesday the settlement of a lawsuit that commits Hayward to a system of elections for City Council whereby all Council members except the City’s mayor will be elected from geographic districts rather than through at-large citywide contests. Under the settlement agreement, the change will take full effect starting in November 2026 when two of six…
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Hayward City Hall will be closed, and nonessential municipal services will be paused on Wednesday,, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth. Specific information about departments, programs, and services during this period is provided below:, Street Sweeping, : No street-sweeping or citation enforcement will occur during the closure. Regular street-sweeping will resume on the Tuesdays following the closures. Review the schedule, here, ., Hayward Public Library, : Both library branches will be closed. Online check-outs of books, movies, and more are available via the digital library, here, ., Permit Applications, : New permit applications and resubmittals can be submitted through the Hayward e-Permits Portal during the closure. Staff will begin reviewing materials after June 20, 2024. For more information, visit the, Permit Center, ., Hayward Police Department Customer Service Counter, : The counter will be closed, regular business hours will resume on the Tuesdays following the closure. , Hayward Animal Shelter:, The Hayward Animal Shelter will be closed. To report in-progress dog attack or animal cruelty, dial 9-1-1. To report a sick or injured animal, call the police department’s non-emergency line at, (510) 293-7272, . Visit, www.haywardanimals.org, for guidance on found or lost animals, current shelter residents, and details about our programs and services., Revenue Center/Bill Payment, s: Closed for in-person payments. Payments can be made by calling, (510) 583-4636, , using online portals, or the self-service kiosk outside City Hall. Explore alternative payment options, here, ., Water Service Emergency, : To report a water service emergency, call the Hayward Police Department Non-Emergency Dispatch Line at, (510) 583-2700, . For a comprehensive list of city services and resources, including food distribution, shelters, temporary housing, and crisis hotlines, visit, City Services, . Report all other non-emergency issues through our online customer support portal,, Access Hayward, .
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Hayward Youth working out with Hayward Police Officers, Due to an overwhelming response from the community we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Youth Academy:, If you submitted your child's application prior to Thursday, May 30, a staff member will reach out to you directly about your application status. If you are still looking for fun, free activities for your kids this summer, check out, HPD's Summer Fun Recreational Program, and the, Hayward Public Library's Summer Learning Activities, . The Hayward Police Department will present its annual weeklong Summer Youth Academy during the month of July, offering an educational program designed to give students a greater understanding of how the Police Department is organized and operates in Hayward. The Summer Youth Academy program, which also provides an opportunity for building familiarity and strengthening relationships between…
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A row of parked bicycles May is Bike Month! To celebrate, the City of Hayward, Bike East Bay, and several other organizations are hosting events throughout the East Bay. You can participate through a pledge to ride and by attending events and classes hosted by Bike East Bay. Donations to Bike East Bay between now and May 31st will be doubled up to $50,000. On May 16th, the City of Hayward hosted…, here ., Bike month is not over! There is still time to get out and ride your bike or attend an event. Learn more about the events and view the monthly calendar, here.,
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Colorful flyer announcing the 2024 East Bay Green Home Tour On June 1st Hayward residents have the opportunity to see what their East Bay neighbors are doing with their homes to combat climate change, improve air quality, generate clean energy, conserve water, and move towards a greener future. This year’s, Green Home Tour, will include a virtual tour of 3 homes from 10am-11am and an in-person tour of 12 homes across Alameda County from 1pm-4pm. See green home features, systems, and appliances up close. Stefanie’s 933 square-foot home in San Leandro was built in 1946 and heated with a single gas wall heater. Since 2016 she has made numerous energy efficient upgrades. By utilizing BayREN for their list of…, here, . Click, here, to register for the 2024 East Bay Green Home Tour and get inspired to jumpstart your own home projects!
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Drip irrigation system watering plants As temperatures rise and summer approaches, residents of Hayward are gearing up to reactivate their automated irrigation systems. In light of this, the City of Hayward is urging residents to conduct an irrigation tune-up to ensure water is used efficiently. Check irrigation systems for leaks, clogged, broken, or missing sprinkler heads, and examine points…
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People visiting booths at the City Wide Clean Up Resource Fair To celebrate Earth Month, which is April each year, the City of Hayward hosted the 41st Annual Earth Day celebration and 2024 Earth Day Poster and Writing Contest. The Poster and Writing Contest is open to Hayward K-12 students and provides the opportunity to express their unique perspectives on topics including environmental…, here ., On Saturday, April 20th, the City of Hayward hosted its 41st annual Earth Day celebration at Weekes Park. With the help of the Keep Hayward Clean and Green Taskforce, we had a successful city-wide clean-up and one of our best turnouts ever with about 300 people collecting a total of 20-25 yards of trash, debris, and household items! Following the cleanup, volunteers enjoyed a free lunch from El…
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People walking on the Hayward Shoreline Path As summer approaches, residents of Hayward look forward to the opportunity to engage in outdoor leisure activities. By incorporating sustainable practices into outdoor adventures, Hayward residents can ensure that future generations can enjoy the beauty of nature just as we do today. When planning a picnic in the park or a BBQ, opting for reusable…
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Rainbow Pinwheels The Hayward Police Department Youth and Family Services Bureau is partnering with Hayward Public Library, the Hayward Animal Shelter and other organizations to present its free Summer Fun Recreational Program for the fourth year. The program offers activities focused on health and wellness, social/emotional learning and community building for Hayward youth entering grades two…
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