Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Leandro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with critical priority
Transition to District-Based Council Elections
The county registrar mistakenly sent out ballots using the old at-large voting system instead of the new district-based system established by Measure F. The city council stepped in with a resolution to make sure votes in Districts 1, 2, 3, and 5 are counted and reported properly.
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.
Proposed Warehouse Redevelopment at 3199 Alvarado Street
CC Industries wants to tear down the old Levitz building and build a massive 241,000-square-foot warehouse. Residents raised heavy concerns about truck traffic, noise, and whether the building is secretly designed to become an AI data center. The commission ultimately approved it after adding strict rules barring data centers without a new permit and requiring vibration and pest controls.
Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Performance and Revenue Trends
The city reviewed preliminary financial results for fiscal year 2026, showing steady general fund revenues of $150.2 million and disciplined expenditures. Discussions focused on specific tax trends, utility users tax declines, and code enforcement fine reversals.