Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Alameda County, California public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in development with critical priority
Home Together 2030 Homelessness Plan & Shelter Stabilization
The county reviewed its comprehensive Home Together 2030 plan, which sets goals to reduce overall homelessness by one-third and unsheltered homelessness by 50%. Officials also discussed raising shelter bed reimbursement rates to $380 million annually and launching new homelessness prevention programs.
Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Complex Sale and Redevelopment Negotiations
The county is moving forward with selling its interest in the Coliseum complex by modifying liability terms for the arena buyer. Supporters say this removes a major roadblock to turning the underutilized site into a hub for housing, jobs, and entertainment.
Homelessness and Housing Initiatives
Homelessness remains a top crisis for the county, with supervisors debating how to measure success, improve outreach contracts, and ensure equitable resource distribution across East and South County.