New Business Tax Rates For November Ballot
Hayward City Council approves updated Business Tax for voter approval in November. And with only one more tranche of votes left, we dig into local election results and their implications.
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City Council Approves Undoing The Loop
City shows off plan to undo The Loop to increase safety and economic vitality to Downtown. Plus, Council passes balanced budget, but not without heavy reliance on Measure C funding, which some take issue with.
HPD To Expand Drone Program
HPD asks to buy 8 drones to respond to calls, adding to surveillance network. And crime is down in most categories despite fewer officers on duty, according to data.
HUSD Students Behind In Foundational Math
HUSD students are far behind in middle school math, and some student groups fare particularly badly. The FY27 budget looks bad—the city used up most of its tricks this year, but costs keep increasing.
Council Reverses Course On Commission
With no funding left, the City Council changes course on the CSC after restricting it to funding allocations just last year.
City Plans Big Updates For Local Corridors
Big transit corridors may see big changes and improved bike and pedestrian safety. Plus regional money is transit-oriented changes near BART stations in Hayward.
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.