Public Comments (Non-Agenda)

Expressed concern over the impending closure of the VCA Animal Hospital on Washington Street and asked if the city could intervene.

Acknowledged Ohlone indigenous territory and spoke in support of a formal city apology for historical redlining.

Supported a redlining resolution and urged the city to create a public evacuation and access plan for the Chabot Road / Bayo Vista area.

Criticized library information desk reductions and expressed frustration with city spending and leadership.

Raised concerns about the city's $10 million budget deficit and proposed adding public members to the finance committee.

Noted Alameda County Sheriff's Office ending participation in the SCAP federal immigration data-sharing program.

Advocated for high-speed regional rail connections to address housing costs and suggested downtown World Cup soccer programming.