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Alameda County Agricultural Fair Association Lease and Governance Negotiations

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Community sentiment

Supportive (2)Opposed (5)Concerned (3)

At a glance

Public comments
10
Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.

Public comments (10)

OpposedKathy RamirezSep 22, 2026

Called on the board to terminate negotiations or go to bid if fairground management refuses to be transparent or accountable.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 12:23 →
SupportiveJohn SmithSep 22, 2026

Highlighted fair association history, capital investments, and community programs.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:33:22 →
SupportiveJerome HobanSep 22, 2026

Expressed commitment to modernizing the fair agreement and partnering with the county.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:37:28 →
OpposedGeorge SchmidtSep 22, 2026

Criticized fair board governance and transparency, urging the board to enforce deadlines or issue an RFP.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:39:06 →
ConcernedAmy AshSep 22, 2026

Raised concerns regarding fair leadership communication and support for 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:42:34 →
ConcernedAshley WheelerSep 22, 2026

Urged fair leadership to stay true to agricultural roots and examine operational issues.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:44:27 →
OpposedJohnny TagodaSep 22, 2026

Called on board to ensure fair operates transparently and prioritizes agriculture over commercialization.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:47:39 →
OpposedStephanie WedgeSep 22, 2026

Called fair association dysfunctional and urged termination of contract.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:46:24 →
ConcernedAnthony CordovaSep 22, 2026

Highlighted underutilization of fairground facilities such as the amphitheater.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:48:36 →
OpposedVincent SanchezSep 22, 2026

Supported new operator for fairgrounds and restoration of agricultural focus.

Regular Meeting - Sep 22, 2026 · 2:49:50 →