Mission Statement
The mission of the Mayor and City Council is to represent the priorities and concerns of Hayward residents by providing relevant and timely policy direction to its appointed officers for the development of programs and services that address the needs of the residents, businesses, and visitors of Hayward, while exercising transparent and ethical governance of the community.
Department Overview
The Mayor and City Council provide overall policy leadership and guidance to appointed staff members who in turn implement this direction. The Mayor and Council appoint the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk and adopt an overall City budget that provides the framework and resources within which the municipal corporation operates. Each year, the City Council adopts priorities that guide the work of City staff consistent with the above mission statement.
FY 2022 KEY ACTIVITIES AND Accomplishments
Continued to provide crucial community and organization leadership and stability during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency, including the phased reopening of City facilities and sponsorship of the Together for Hayward Downtown Grant Re-opening Celebration.
Continued to oversee critical services to Hayward community members during the COVID-19 emergency in partnership with non-profit community providers, especially the community vaccination site at Fire Station 7.
Adopted a plan for use of Hayward’s $38 million allotment of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, including year one programs to support homeless reduction, rental assistance, and economic recovery initiatives.
Worked collaboratively with the City’s bargaining units and staff leadership team to adopt Memorandums of Understanding with the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers - Local 21, Hayward Association of Management Employees, and Service Employees International Union, Local 1021.
Provided legislative and policy direction for the City Manager in support of the community’s priorities and Strategic Roadmap projects.
Initiated work and provided direction on pilot solutions to address community safety concerns, including the Hayward Evaluation and Response Teams (HEART) Program, Dispatch Center evaluation, and using unarmed Community Service Officers to respond to property crimes.
Adopted and began implementation of Let’s House Hayward, the Homelessness Reduction Strategic Plan.
Partnered with Abode Housing on the groundbreaking for the Depot Community Apartments for formerly homeless residents and very low-income households.
Adopted a resolution apologizing to Black, Indigenous, Californio, Mexicano, Latino, Latinx and other community members of color for racially disparate impacts and inequities resulting from past City policy and decision-making.
Adopted a resolution welcoming and calling for support of Afghan Refugees and coordinated with staff to help launch a resource center that has supported hundreds of refugee families.
Approved the raising of the Pan African Flag on City flagpoles for Black History Month, Juneteenth, and August 17th acknowledging the birthday of Marcus Garvey.
Adopted Renewable 100 as the Default Electricity Product from East Bay Community Energy.
Approved the 2020 Urban Water Management and 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plans.
Adopted a resolution declaring the City’s support of the goal for California to reach 100 percent zero emission vehicle sales by 2030.
Joined Alameda County's ALL IN Eats Partnership to promote a circular food economy.
Provided direction on negotiations with Waste Management of Alameda County for a new Solid Waste and Recycling Franchise Agreement.
Received and discussed the results of the 2021 Biennial Resident Satisfaction Survey.
Reviewed and provided direction on fireworks mitigation options.
Coordinated with staff to celebrate the Heritage Plaza grand opening and the launch of Curbie the Book Mobile.
Worked with staff to the launch of the City Hall to You and Hayward People’s Budget community engagement programs.
Approved the plans to launch community engagement for the General Plan Amendments related to the Housing Element, Climate Action Plan, Environmental Justice, and Safety Element.
Adopted amendments to the Commercial Cannabis Program and launched a screening process for new permit applicants.
Approved key development projects throughout Hayward, including the redevelopment of the former Berkeley Farms and former Burlington Coat Factory sites.
Provided direction on the draft site plan for the Skywest Property.
Continued to oversee the Route 238 Property Disposition project, including approval of 250 housing units, 70% of which will be affordable.
Accepted grant funding and approved plans for transportation improvements, such as on Huntwood Blvd, Patrick Ave, and for the Safe Routes to School Program.
Held a joint work session with the Hayward Unified School District.
Completed annual performance evaluations for Council-appointed officers.
Issued X proclamations and X commendations to honor community members and important work being done in the Hayward community (getting these numbers).
Adopted modifications and edits to the City Council Handbook. significant RESOURCE changes planned for FY 2023
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