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Welcome to the City of Alameda, CA, a sophisticated Bay Area island community with a small town vibe known for tree-lined streets and Victorian charm, low crime, a clean/green focus, natural beauty, abundant recreational opportunities, an excellent quality of life and high standard of living.

Announcements

Bay Farm Island Library Named "Best Million Dollar Facelift"

Alameda Magazine selected the Bay Farm Island Library as a 2011  Editor's Choice "Best Million Dollar Facelift on the Island."   Click here to see the entire list of Alameda's BEST of 2011.

Park Street Art and Wine Faire 2011

Alameda's Park Street Business District will host it's annual Art and Wine Faire on July 30 and 31.  Click here for more information.

Request for Proposals

The City of Alameda, the Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and the Community Improvement Commission of the City of Alameda issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for qualified leasing and property management firms to manage residential and non-residential buildings and structures at a number of locations throughout the city (Alameda properties).  Click here to access the complete RFP.

Memorial Day Crown Beach Incident

The City of Alameda has created a repository for documents and files related to the Memorial Day incident at Crown Beach. Click here to access the web page.

CodeRed Emergency Notification System

The City of Alameda has instituted the CodeRed Emergency Notification System - an ultra high-speed telephone communication service for emergency notifications.  Please click this link to update your contact information. Based on the information you enter, you will receive geographically relevant communications on topics such as evacuation notices, bio-terrorism alerts, boil water notices, and missing child reports.

City of Alameda Supports America's Cup 34 in the Bay Area

The City of Alameda and the Alameda community are working together to ensure Alameda's participation in America's Cup 34.  To find out more about what Alameda can offer to America's Cup 34, click here

In the News

City Council Votes to Accept Police MOU Containing Important Concessions

Alameda Mayor Marie Gilmore said, "This contract continues our ongoing progress to meet the financial challenges facing Alameda.  I am grateful to the Police Officers and Managers for contributing their fair share in a real and meaningful way.”

Street Repair and Resurfacing Project Commencing

Construction has began on street repairs and resurfacing throughout Alameda and is estimated to be completed by August 2011.

Estuary Crossing Shuttle Provides Improved Connection Between Alameda’s West End and Oakland/BART

Starting on August 15, a new, no cost shuttle service will be available between Alameda's West End and Oakland/BART.

Hundreds of Alameda Residents and Businesses Rally for the Berkeley Lab Second Campus

More than 600 people attended a public meeting to support the City of Alameda’s proposal to attract the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s (LBNL) Second Campus.

Alameda’s Historic Train Station Signs Reborn in a Green Way

The debut of eco-friendly Historic Train Station signs will be unveiled at the Willow Station on Thursday, July 28.

Maintenance Administrative Offices to be Relocated to City Hall West

Beginning July 25, all Public Works administrative and customer service functions will be managed at City Hall West, 950 West Mall Square, Room 110.

Retired State Fire Marshal Ruben Grijalva to Formally Review Facts and Circumstances of Alameda Crown Beach Tragedy

Retired State Fire Marshal to lead independent review of Crown Beach incident.

Competitive Funding Awarded to Create New Affordable Workforce Housing in Alameda

City awarded funding for Islander Motel affordable housing project.

City of Alameda signs Memorandum of Understanding to Enable Non-Profit Organizations to Develop Plan for the Operation of the Alameda Animal Shelter

City of Alameda enters into agreement with the Humane Society of Alameda and the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter.

City of Alameda Reaches Agreement with Firefighters Union on MOU Containing Important Concessions

The City of Alameda and the Alameda Firefighters have reached an agreement on a MOU.

Otis Drive Rehabilitation (Westline Drive to Willow Street) Project Commencing

Street repair and resurfacing on parts of Otis Drive will commence mid-June.

Mike Noonan Appointed Alameda Police Chief

City Manager John A. Russo appoints Mike Noonan as Alameda Police Chief.

Alameda City Council Calls for Independent Review of Crown Beach Incident

Alameda City Council Calls for Independent Review of Crown Beach Incident.

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