Rental Cars Coming To Downtown
In Which: Security and environmental hazards are discussed, We outline how sidewalks get repaired, and Council worries about homeowner liability
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Budgets and Campaign Finance
In Which: The FY 25 actuals are in and it's not looking good, Campaign finance reform is in the works, We look at the campaign finances of those making the new rules.
Upcoming Events And Opportunities
In Which: Announcements are made, Volunteers are requested, A fund is established to help the immigrant community, and GRAMMY-winning Hawaiian music comes to Hayward.
HUSD Still Faces $11 Million Deficit
In Which: HUSD still has a structural deficit after $50 million in cuts, Rezoning gets contentious around agriculture, and Commissioners push back on State law
Residents Rally Against Dispensary
In Which: A second cannabis dispensary seeks Foothill Blvd location, Public commenters overwhelmingly oppose it, and Commissioners worry about parking
Developing Hayward's Downtown
In Which: Council discusses ways to revive Downtown, Councilmembers take aim at unhoused and street vendors, and Police Captains get raises despite massive deficit.
Budget News Near And Far
In Which: We take a cursory look at National politics, Police compaction helps drive the City deeper into the red, and Council may be interviewing new City Managers this weekend.