Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Leandro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
14 issues in public safety
Independent Police Auditor Oversight and Flock System Audits
The police department is purchasing a data integration platform from Peregrine Technologies to combine separate databases and speed up investigations. Residents and some council members expressed strong concerns over data privacy, regional information sharing, and the inclusion of artificial intelligence features.
Critical Infrastructure and Technology Replacement
The city is replacing its legacy Eden software with Workday to modernize financial and human resources operations. The project is currently on schedule for a July 1, 2026 go-live date, with upcoming contract amendments for data migration and support.
Departmental Performance Measures and Service Delivery
The committee evaluated annual performance metrics across city departments, including library attendance, recreation program registrations, and public works response times. Members discussed ways to refine metrics to better reflect public impact versus internal operations.
Feral Cat Colony Management and City Codes
Council Member Bowen brought forward a referral to explore new city codes addressing feral cat overpopulation, public health nuisances, and responsible caretaker requirements.
ALPR Transparency and Outside Expert Presentations
Board members clashed with city staff over whether organizations engaged in advocacy, such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation, can be invited to give formal presentations. Members argued that strict rules limit their ability to gather independent technical and privacy perspectives on technologies like automated license plate readers.
Basic Needs and Food Security Services
Davis Street Community Center reported rising demand for food distribution, senior support, and basic needs assistance amidst high living costs in San Leandro.
Age-Friendly Action Plan & Caregiver Support
The city is expanding caregiver support through newly awarded county grants, piloting memory cafes, and integrating age-friendly priorities directly into commission meetings.
Restrictions on Outside Expert and Advocacy Speakers
Board members clashed with city staff over whether organizations engaged in advocacy, such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation, can be invited to give formal presentations. Members argued that strict rules limit their ability to gather independent technical and privacy perspectives on technologies like automated license plate readers.
Constitutional Policing Training and Oversight Framework
The Independent Police Auditor led a comprehensive training session on constitutional policing, examining how legal standards guide everyday police operations and board review.
Police Department Leadership and Policy Transitions
City officials introduced new Interim Police Chief Joseph Krines, who brings decades of municipal law enforcement experience to San Leandro.
Volunteer Fingerprinting and Application Requirements
Library staff clarified that appointed commissioners who volunteer for library programs must complete standard volunteer applications and background fingerprint checks through the police department, similar to other city volunteers.
Alternative Response Unit First-Year Performance
San Leandro's Alternative Response Unit has successfully handled hundreds of mental health and behavioral crisis calls without needing police intervention, helping reduce emergency room overcrowding. The program currently runs Monday through Thursday, with council members looking into ways to secure long-term funding.
HSIP Cycle 12 Uncontrolled Crosswalk Enhancements
The city received grant funding to install rapid flashing beacons and pedestrian hybrid beacons at seven dangerous uncontrolled crosswalks across San Leandro.
SB 707 Compliance: Meeting Disruption and Language Access Policies
The city is reviewing new state rules under SB 707 that mandate hybrid access, agenda translations in Spanish and Chinese, and strict rules for remote participation by elected officials and advisory boards. The Rules Committee decided to keep current practices in place to avoid high costs and administrative confusion.