Getting To The Root Of The Budget
In Which: We analyze an enormous budget spreadsheet, The Fire Department Budget gets a much closer look, And we preview how the City is going to keep afloat
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Connection In Dark Times
In Which: A gringo thinks about Día de los Muertos, Beautiful ofrendas are shared with you, and Southland Mall gets a new owner with questionable capital.
Bikes, Budget, Liability, And Furloughs
In Which: Free bikes are distributed to High Schoolers in Hayward, Every expense continues to be scrutinized by Council, and Whole Executive Team takes a furlough--almost
Labor, Outreach, and Lunches at HUSD
In Which: Noon supervisors protest wages and work conditions, Outreach on more cuts are incoming, and HUSD takes a long look at school nutrition.
Federal Action Brings Fear To Hayward
In Which: Federal agents in Alameda bring fear to region, City may cut funding for future community events, Zoning change shouldn't affect cultural fabric of neighborhood
City Cancels Community Services Funding
In Which: City cuts services funding due to budget, New City Manager choice is a familiar face, The Hayward community turns out during No Kings rally, and Check out the zine!
Talking Textbooks and Timelines
In Which: HUSD passes textbook requirements by patching holes with online supplements, and Board pushes for community input on upcoming budget cuts.