Layoffs Or Concessions Still Needed To Balance City Budget
Despite extensive cost-saving and revenue-generating plans, the city still needs labor unions to come to the table to balance the budget. Also, AI tools coming to local government.
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Austerity May Be New Normal For Hayward
Councilmember Bonilla pushes ranking core services for future cuts. City explains what went wrong with budget. Business License tax to get update for first time since 1978.
Pedestrian Deaths Force Changes
Three pedestrian deaths in 10 days causes advocates to push for immediate changes. Plus, repaving plans don't line up with larger street safety plan, and lower staffing is "new normal" according to City Manager.
Scientists Connect With Hayward’s Future Climate Leaders
Supper for a Sustainable Future brought together students and experts for a brainstorm dinner. And HPD officers denied qualified immunity in shooting of Caleb Smith.
Fire Chief Says Paramedics Not Needed For HEART Program
The HEART Program still needs to be worked into the City's budget. Youth and Family Services grants may come with odd strings, even while it supports HUSD's lack of funding.
SEIU Calls Out Library Staff Cuts
Budget woes cause cuts to Library service and SEIU speaks out. Robust bike paths coming to Whitman in the Jackson Triangle.
ACUs Divide Hayward City Council
City Council divided over how ACUs will impact street vendors and brick-and-mortar restaurants. And new barriers coming for Hayward Data Centers.