Hayward Home Development Stalling
Development keeps happening around the city, but much of it is stalling due to funding issues. We also share updates on businesses and vacant buildings around town you may be wondering about.
Collin Thormoto
Union Concessions Balance City Budget
Concessions from Unions let the city balance the budget without big layoffs. And HUSD's VAPA program may have taken cuts, but the Performing Arts Center may be a pathway to new funding.
OTLS covers the Swalwell Sexual Assault Scandal, plus bonus content on Urban Agriculture
Over The Loud Speaker brings a new episode covering Swalwell's fall and urban agriculture. Then, the City Council debates carve-outs for small landlords to continue to pay no Business tax.
Swalwell Resigns Over Sexual Assault Allegations
Eric Swalwell's sexual assault allegations lead to resignation from Congress and dropping the Governor's race. Plus Philp McDonald reviews new local restaurant Storybook for the Hayward Herald.
City Addresses Fatalities With Traffic Plan
City Manager comments on bribery allegations against HPD Officer Yarbrough. Staff proposes traffic safety changes and increased traffic enforcement.
DHIA And Council Against Absentee Landlords
The DHIA talks development and vacant properties in Downtown with Council. Plus the CIP gets a new dashboard that can help the public track projects better.
Dual Language Program Stalled Despite Board Support
We explain the Dual Language Program and the progress it's made. However, Trustees wonder why it hasn't expanded the way they expected.