2263 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
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City of Alameda
2263 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
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alamedaca.gov/StrongerTogether /CityofAlameda @loveourisland Potential Local Funding Solutions
to Protect Alamedans
Maintaining the City’s financial stability is a top priority, and we know that the City’s existing financial resources are not sufficient to address these growing infrastructure needs.
While no final decisions have been made, one option being explored is a $300 million local bond measure that would provide a dedicated funding source for our critical infrastructure needs. If passed, property owners would pay approximately $49 per year for every $100,000 of assessed value (not the home’s current appraised value), while bonds are outstanding. If approved by voters, the measure could fund identified infrastructure needs, including:
Preventing flooding in the Tubes and on City streets and addressing sea level rise
Providing earthquake-safe backup power so our bridges can operate during emergencies and power outages
Repairing potholes and improving traffic safety
Maintaining and repairing sewer and stormwater infrastructure to keep pollution out of the Bay and prevent flooding
Supporting public safety response to critical fires, crashes, and medical emergencies
HELP DEVELOP THE PLAN FOR A
SAFER, MORE RESILIENT ISLAND
Preventing flooding in the Tubes and on City streets and addressing sea level rise ■■■■■■
Providing earthquake-safe backup power so our bridges can operate during emergencies and power outages ■■■■■■
Repairing potholes and improving traffic safety ■■■■■■
Maintaining and repairing sewer and stormwater infrastructure to keep pollution out of the Bay and prevent flooding ■■■■■■
Supporting public safety response to critical fires, crashes, and medical emergencies ■■■■■■
Improving safety for pedestrians and bicyclists ■■■■■■
Upgrading fire stations to accommodate lifesaving equipment and ensure they are seismically sound and can provide emergency services after an earthquake■■■■■■ Ensuring trees are well maintained along City streets and in parks ■■■■■■
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Local street closed due to
flooding after a rainstorm
Repairing Alameda
streets, making them
safer for pedestrians,
drivers, and cyclists
King Tide causing flooding
across Alameda including
here at Crab Cove,
stressing our infrastructure
Local Control and
Fiscal Accountability
Any potential local bond measure would
require strong fiscal accountability
protections and oversight. If a potential
bond measure is placed on the ballot and
approved by voters:
All funds would stay local for
Alameda — no funds could be
taken by the State or federal
government
An independent citizens’ oversight
committee and mandatory annual
audits would ensure all funds are
spent as promised
No funds would be used
to increase salaries or pensions
Alamedans are proud to call our City home because of our high quality of life — safe streets and neighborhoods, well-maintained parks, reliable public services, and a strong sense of community.
Preparing for Flooding, Earthquakes, and Aging Infrastructure Alameda’s aging infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, and sea level rise. To keep our neighborhoods safe and functional, the City is looking at how to fund critical repairs before they become even more expensive. Alameda’s high quality of life depends on infrastructure that works.
Flooding and Sea Level Rise: As an island community, we are on the front lines of rising seas. Our outdated storm drains are too small for today’s conditions, causing more frequent street flooding during storms and high tides.
Earthquake Safety: Our bridges and fire stations were built decades ago and don’t meet today’s seismic safety
standards, leaving us vulnerable in a major earthquake.
Poor Street Conditions: Potholes, cracked
sidewalks, and traffic safety needs make it
harder for everyone – especially older adults,
students, and people with disabilities – to get
around safely.
The City of Alameda is committed to protecting the long-term financial stability of our island, but aging infrastructure, more severe weather, and sea level rise are all putting a strain on local resources. In fact, the City has over $800 million in unfunded infrastructure projects — including flood prevention, addressing sea level rise, road repairs, and upgrading public safety facilities — projects that will only become more expensive the longer they are delayed. At the same time, the federal government has canceled more than $50 million in grant funding for flooding and disaster preparedness.
With so much uncertainty in Washington, DC and without a dedicated local funding source, the City will be forced to pull from the general fund — the same pot of money that pays for everyday services like parks and emergency response. That leaves fewer dollars available for the services Alamedans rely on to maintain our high quality of life.
2263 Santa Clara Avenue
Alameda, CA 94501
State of the Island
Aging Infrastructure Creates Financial Strain
alamedaca.gov/StrongerTogether /CityofAlameda @loveourisland Potholes along Fernside
Boulevard that need to be filled
A pair of local streets flooded after the rainstorm that hit Alameda in January of this year
Preparing for Flooding, Earthquakes, and Aging Infrastructure Alameda’s aging infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, and sea level rise. To keep our neighborhoods safe and functional, the City is looking at how to fund critical repairs before they become even more expensive.
Alameda’s high quality of life depends on infrastructure that works.
Maintaining Alameda’s Quality of Life
Preventing flooding in the Tubes and on City streets and addressing sea level rise Providing earthquake-safe backup power so our bridges can operate during emergencies and power outages
Repairing potholes and improving traffic safety
Maintaining and repairing sewer and stormwater infrastructure to keep pollution out of the Bay and prevent flooding
Supporting public safety response to critical fires, crashes, and medical emergencies
Local Control and Fiscal Accountability
Any potential local bond measure would require strong fiscal accountability protections and oversight. If the bond measure is placed on the ballot and approved by voters:
▶ All funds would stay local for Alameda — no funds could be taken by the State or federal government
▶ An independent citizens’ oversight committee and mandatory annual audits would ensure all funds are spent as promised
▶ No funds would be used to increase salaries or pensions Local Funding to Protect Alamedans
Maintaining the City’s financial stability is a top priority, and we know that the City’s existing financial resources are not sufficient to address these growing infrastructure needs.
While no final decisions have been made, one option being explored is a $300 million local bond measure that would provide a dedicated funding source for our critical infrastructure needs. If the bond measure is passed, property owners would pay approximately $49 per year for every $100,000 of assessed value (not the home’s market value), while bonds are outstanding. If approved by voters, the measure could fund identified infrastructure needs, including:
Flooding and Sea Level Rise:
As an island community, we are on the front lines of rising seas. Our outdated storm drains are too small for today’s conditions, causing more frequent street flooding during storms and high tides.
Earthquake Safety:
Our bridges and fire stations were built decades ago and don’t meet today’s seismic safety standards, leaving us vulnerable in a major earthquake.
Poor Street Conditions:
Potholes, cracked sidewalks, and traffic safety needs make it harder for everyone — especially older adults, students, and people with disabilities — to get around safely.
Alamedans are
proud to call our City home
because of our high quality of
life — safe streets and
neighborhoods, well-maintained
parks, reliable public
services, and a strong
sense of community.
The City welcomes feedback and questions as we plan for the future of our community. Please complete our survey to share your priorities for Alameda.
Scan the QR Code, or visit
alamedaca.gov/StrongerTogetherSurvey
Take Our
Survey!
Alamedans are proud to call our City home because of our high quality of life — safe streets and neighborhoods, well-maintained parks, reliable public services, and a strong sense of community.
Preparing for Flooding, Earthquakes, and Aging Infrastructure Alameda’s aging infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, and sea level rise. T o keep our neighborhoods safe and functional, the City is looking at how to fund critical repairs before they become even more expensive. Alameda’s high quality of life depends on infrastructure that works.
Flooding and Sea Level Rise: As an island community, we are on the front lines of rising seas. Our outdated storm drains are too small for today’s conditions, causing more frequent street flooding during storms and high tides.
Earthquake Safety: Our fire stations were built decades ago and don’t meet today’s seismic safety standards, leaving us vulnerable in a major earthquake.
Poor Street Conditions: Potholes, cracked sidewalks, and traffic safety needs make it harder for everyone — especially older adults, students, and people with disabilities — to get around safely.
Potential Local Funding Solutions to Protect Alamedans
Maintaining the City’s financial stability is a top priority, and we know that the City’s existing financial resources are not sufficient to address these growing infrastructure needs.
While no final decisions have been made, one option being explored is a $300 million local bond measure that would provide a dedicated funding source for our critical infrastructure needs. If passed, property owners would pay approximately $49 per year for every $100,000 of assessed value (not the home’s current appraised value), while bonds are outstanding. If approved by voters, the measure could fund identified infrastructure needs, including:
Preventing flooding in the T ubes and on City
streets and addressing sea level rise
Repairing potholes and improving traffic safety
Maintaining and repairing stormwater
infrastructure to keep pollution out of the Bay
and prevent flooding
Supporting public safety response to critical
fires, crashes, and medical emergencies
Join the Conversation
While no final decisions have been made, a potential bond is an option currently being explored. To learn more about the potential measure, visit alamedaca.gov/ strongertogether. If you have questions or would like to share feedback, we invite you to join the conversation by emailing [email protected].
Local Control and Fiscal Accountability
Any potential local bond measure would require strong fiscal accountability protections and oversight. If a potential bond measure is placed on the ballot and approved by voters:
All funds would stay local for Alameda — no funds could be taken by the State or federal government
An independent citizens’ oversight committee and mandatory annual audits would ensure all funds are spent as promised
No funds would be used to increase salaries or pensions
PLANNING FOR A SAFER,
MORE RESILIENT ISLAND
Repairing Alameda streets
making them safer for pedestrians,
drivers, and cyclists
King Tide and rain
storm causing
flooding in Alameda