Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hercules public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in water utilities
New 100-foot cell tower behind the Hercules Police Department
A new permanent, camouflaged 100-foot cell tower will replace the temporary "cell on wheels" that has served the area since 1997. It can host up to four carriers, meaning better coverage and potentially more carrier choices for residents.
Sewer System Management Plan adoption
The city's sewer system handles about 1.2 million gallons of wastewater a day across 62 miles of pipe and six lift stations. The updated state-required management plan lays out spill prevention, monitoring of problem 'hot spots,' and emergency response — the invisible infrastructure that protects public health and the bay.
Regional stormwater compliance JPA
Hercules must fund and design green stormwater infrastructure treating 1.58 acres of public right-of-way by June 2027, plus help address PCBs under its stormwater permit. Joining a regional JPA could let the city buy credits instead of building its own facility — a decision comes May 26.