GHAD FY 2026/27 Budget and La Vista Park Drainage Concern
Summary
Construction is underway on the 39-acre hillside La Vista Park in South Hayward, with completion expected by fall 2027 — Bay views, sports fields, a ridge trail, and an amphitheater, funded by Measure F1 bonds and developer in-lieu fees.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Funded by voter-approved Measure F1 bond proceeds and developer in-lieu fees.
South Hayward residents and the whole city once the park opens in fall 2027.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — May 19, 2026
The geologic hazard district serving hillside developments adopted its ~$198,000 budget. A resident worry about stormwater from La Vista Park construction draining toward homes in the Reserve sparked discussion about whether the city or GHAD is responsible — a transfer agreement is still being worked out.
City Council — May 12, 2026
Value engineering freed up the full $5 million of Measure C funding dedicated to La Vista Park, which is now under construction.
City Council — April 7, 2026
Construction is underway on the 39-acre hillside La Vista Park in South Hayward, with completion expected by fall 2027 — Bay views, sports fields, a ridge trail, and an amphitheater, funded by Measure F1 bonds and developer in-lieu fees.
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