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City of Alameda News and Events - October 16, 2022
Government and Politics
October 18, 2022
From: City Of AlamedaNews & Events from the City of Alameda
October 16, 2022
We are seeking your feedback on the draft Active Transportation Plan
We are hosting a workshop on electrification
We urge drivers to be extra alert and aware this Halloween
Register to vote by October 24!
Next City Council Meeting: October 18
October City Meetings & Events
We are repairing sidewalks
Over the last three years, the City has removed over 10,000 trip hazards from Alameda's sidewalks.
This year, work is focused on the west end of Alameda and in the Harbor Bay Business Park. We are only half way done and have already removed over 4,000 tripping hazards. Thank you Public Works!
We are seeking your feedback on the draft Active Transportation Plan
Alameda’s draft Active Transportation Plan aims to provide safe, comfortable, and accessible ways for people of all ages and all abilities to walk, use mobility devices, and bicycle throughout Alameda. It includes long-range visions as well as an eight-year infrastructure and programs plan. Please read the draft plan and take an online survey by October 23 to share your feedback -- or email questions and comments to [email protected].
We are hosting a workshop on electrification
To help achieve the City's climate and equity goals, we are drafting a new plan that requires all new construction and substantial alterations be all electric with no natural gas hookups, with certain exceptions. Attend a virtual workshop on October 18 or 20 to learn more and tell us what you think!
We urge drivers to be extra alert and aware this Halloween
Alameda is an incredible place to be for Halloween but we can work together to ensure our streets are not scary! Drivers, slow down and use extra caution. Kids are twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than any other day. Watch for kids everywhere -- and especially at intersections, sidewalks, and driveways. Drive with your lights on. And never drink and drive. 41% of the people killed in crashes on Halloween night involve drunk driving.
We appreciate our staff!
This week the City's HR Department organized a staff appreciation picnic and awards were given to employees for their years of service. Congrats and appreciation to Joe Castaneda who celebrated 50+ years of service to the City as a Crime Scene Specialist!
We are hiring
Current job openings include electrical engineer, utility projects analyst, Public Works supervisor, parks facility attendant, part-time administrative and maintenance jobs, and more.
Register to vote by October 24!
Reminder: Register to vote by Monday, October 24 to vote in the November 8 election.
If you're already registered, double check to make sure that your information is up-to-date. If you moved, changed your name, or want to change your political party preference, you'll need to re-register. If you are 16 or 17 you can pre-register to vote. And if you miss the October 24 deadline, you can register the same day that you vote, your ballot will just be counted after the Registrar of Voters has been able to verify your registration.
City Alerts
Subscribe to AC Alerts so the City can reach you by text, email, and phone in an emergency. You can also visit the City's Alerts page to view the latest alerts and advisories. The following alerts are currently active:
Airport Noise Alert: Taxiway safety construction work at the Oakland Airport is expected to generate aircraft noise over Alameda through the end of October. Residents with concerns or complaints are asked to call the Airport Noise Hotline at (510) 563-6463 or visit flyquietoak.com for proper handling.
AC Transit Rider Alert: Due to long-term construction, AC Transit's Line 19 is being detoured from Buena Vista to Lincoln between Sherman and Grand.
These 2 Line 19 to Fruitvale BART stops are closed:
- Buena Vista Ave. at Sherman St. (Stop ID 51525)
- Buena Vista Ave. at Stanton St. (Stop ID 51723)
And these alternatives are open:
- Sherman St. at the north side of Eagle St. (New stop)
- Lincoln Ave. at the east side of Paru St. (New stop)
This Line 19 to Downtown Oakland stop is closed:
- Buena Vista Ave. at Stanton St. (Stop ID 51725)
And this alternative is open:
- Lincoln Ave. at the west side of Paru St. (New stop)
COVID-19 Update
The updated bivalent COVID-19 booster is now available for everyone 5 and older.
The virus that causes COVID-19 changes over time. Keep your protection against COVID-19 up to date by getting a bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster dose.
The bivalent COVID-19 vaccines include a component of the original virus strain to provide broad protection against COVID-19 and a component of the omicron variant to provide better protection against COVID-19 caused by the omicron variant. These are called bivalent COVID-19 vaccines because they contain these two components. A bivalent COVID-19 vaccine may also be referred to as “updated” COVID-19 vaccine booster dose.
Updated boosters can be given at least two months after completing your primary vaccine series or last booster. Everyone eligible is encouraged to get the updated booster now to avoid severe illness. Schedule an appointment today!
Next City Council Meeting: October 18
Alameda City Council meetings are conducted virtually with Councilmembers attending via teleconference. The City allows public participation via Zoom. Here's what's on the October 18 regular agenda:
Decide if the City will proceed with an Aquatic Center, and if so, determine the location and funding
Use ARPA and General Fund monies to provide gap funding for the Dignity Village supportive homeless housing project
Agreement with Five Keys Schools and Programs for interim supportive housing at Dignity Village
Proposed Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) plan
Amend the budget to use additional County funds for the Dignity Village supportive homeless housing project
Provide direction on how to allocate $28.68 million in federal government ARPA funds
Discuss terminating the declaration of the existence of a local emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
October City Meetings & Events
October 20: Participate in the Great Shake Out! When the clock strikes 10:20am, imagine there is an earthquake and Drop, Cover, and Hold On, or adapt to your situation. Look around for ways to improve your surroundings to make them safer when the big one strikes.
October 22: Bouncing for Broadband, Alameda's kick-off event to learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program offering free internet to eligible households.
October 21-23: Friends of the Library Used Book Sale at the O'Club. NEW -- no Friday night admission fee! Thousands of used books in excellent condition will be sold at very reasonable prices.
Oct 25 and 27 Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Ave Improvement Project virtual meeting and in-person Open House.
October 26 Link21 is BART and the Capitol Corridor's long-term plan to transform the passenger rail system. Join this East Bay-focused virtual meeting.
October 28 Annual Teen Haunted House at South Shore Center.
Click here for a calendar of all City Council and City Board and Commission meetings.
Click here to view events at the Alameda Free Library.