Council Approves Millions In Cuts
In Which: Unions propose solutions, Former Councilmembers scold City Council, and City Council apologizes for the budget crisis
City Hall
Pause On New Massage Businesses Citywide
In Which: We ask for your help with high school sports, Alleged illicit activity at local massage businesses, and How unpermitted establishments slip by the HPD.
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
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
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!
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.