Alameda County public meetings in 2025
50 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hear a staff presentation on General Plan amendments to the Open Space Element to comply with Senate Bill 1425. The staff recommends forwarding the proposed amendments and a CEQA Notice of Exemption to the Board of Supervisors for adoption.
- General Plan Amendments to the Open Space Element (SB 1425 compliance)
- Introduction to Inclusionary Zoning and Ministerial Review for Affordable Housing
- Approval of Minutes - December 1, 2025
- Consent Calendar
- Open Forum
East County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The East County Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider a conditional use permit to continue operating a service station at 3004 Andrade Road in Sunol, and a variance for a 10-foot encroachment into the front yard setback at 621 Kilkare Road. The board will also set its 2026 meeting schedule. The meeting includes public comment and action on these items.
- Conditional Use Permit (PLN2017-00147) for Super Stop/Obaid Khan to continue a Service Station Type A at 3004 Andrade Rd, Sunol (APN 096-0001-00707), exempt from CEQA under Class 1.
- Variance (PLN2025-00117) for Laura Cuda to allow a 10-foot encroachment into the 30-foot front yard setback at 621 Kilkare Road, Sunol (APN 096-0210-003-00), exempt from CEQA under Class 1.
- Approval of the EBZA 2026 regularly scheduled meetings.
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The board will decide on two conditional use permits: the Mosaic Project's outdoor recreation facility with cabins and dining hall in Castro Valley, and a convenience store alcohol outlet at 16900 E. 14th Street. The Mosaic Project has a completed Environmental Impact Report. Other business includes tobacco retailer and alcohol sale regulations hearings, and a neighborhood preservation abatement hearing.
- PLN2020-00093: Conditional Use Permit for Mosaic Project outdoor recreation facility at 17015 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley (with EIR)
- PLN2025-00008: Conditional Use Permit for alcohol outlet (type 21 license) at 16900 E. 14th Street, continued from October 22 meeting
- Tobacco Retailer Regulations Administrative Hearings
- Neighborhood Preservation and Zoning Ordinance Abatement Hearing
- Alcoholic Beverage Sale Regulations Administrative Hearings
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
At this meeting, the Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will decide on renewing two conditional use permits for AT&T wireless facilities (one continued to January), discuss inclusionary zoning and ministerial review for affordable housing, and consider forwarding General Plan amendments to the Open Space Element for SB 1425 compliance to the Planning Commission. The council may also create an ad hoc subcommittee on affordable housing.
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for AT&T telecommunications facility at 3906 Brookdale Boulevard (PLN2025-00010)
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for AT&T wireless at 6205 Grassland Drive (PLN2025-00163) – continued to January 12, 2026
- Introduction to Inclusionary Zoning and Ministerial Review for Affordable Housing, with possible creation of an Ad Hoc Subcommittee
- General Plan Amendments to the Open Space Element to comply with Senate Bill 1425, to be forwarded to the Planning Commission
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Parks, Recreation, and Historical Commission will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule. The body is deciding whether to create a Historical Plaque Program subcommittee and whether to draft a letter to the City of Hayward regarding the former golf course property at Skywest.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Proposed creation of a standing subcommittee for a Historical Plaque Program
- Consideration of a letter to the City of Hayward regarding Skywest open space
- Adoption of the 2026 PRHC Meeting Schedule
- Updates on the Historical Survey Project and Mills Act Project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider two action items: recommending ADU/JADU ordinance amendments to comply with state law and adopting Safety Element amendments addressing climate adaptation, flood/fire, and evacuation routes. An informational presentation on flood prevention in Sunol is also scheduled. The meeting is otherwise procedural with approvals of minutes and reports.
- Consider recommending ADU/JADU ordinance amendments to comply with state law (item 10a)
- Informational presentation on flood prevention in the Community of Sunol (item 10b)
- Adoption of Safety Element amendments for climate adaptation, flood and fire, and evacuation routes (item 10c)
Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Agricultural Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors to initiate a 2026 ballot measure allowing the subdivision of large agricultural parcels. The committee also plans to seek direction from the Board regarding trail connections and will approve the 2026 meeting calendar.
- Recommendation to sponsor 2026 ballot measure for agricultural subdivision
- Request for Board of Supervisors comment on Alameda-Tesla Property trails priorities
- Approval of 2026 meeting calendar
- Clarification on October 28, 2025, trail corridor map
- Open Forum for public comments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider certifying the Environmental Impact Report and approving a vesting tentative tract map for the Arroyo Lago Residential Project, which would subdivide 26.6 acres into 194 single-family lots with 49 deed-restricted Accessory Dwelling Units in the East County area. The commission will also hear an appeal to modify a previously approved tentative parcel map at 4779 Heyer Ave in Castro Valley, and approve the 2026 meeting calendar.
- PLN2022-00193: Arroyo Lago Residential Project – 194 single-family homes with 49 ADUs, EIR certification and vesting tentative tract map on 26.6 acres in East County
- PLN2024-00130: Appeal of Planning Director decision to modify tentative parcel map at 4779 Heyer Ave, adding a driveway instead of a shared driveway
- 2026 Calendar approval for Planning Commission meeting dates
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will hold a general purpose meeting on November 17, 2025, at the Castro Valley Library. Action items include receiving design alternatives for the Heyer Avenue Sidewalk Improvement Project from Redwood Rd. to Center Street, finalizing recommended artists and artwork proposals for public art at Fire Stations 7 and 25 as part of Measure X projects, and a sidewalk vendor update from code enforcement. The council will also adopt the 2026 meeting schedule and hear an informational update from the California Highway Patrol.
- Heyer Avenue Sidewalk Improvement Project from Redwood Rd. to Center Street – presentation of design alternatives and request for feedback
- Alameda County Arts Commission to present final recommended artists and artwork proposals for Fire Station 7 (Palomares Hills) and Fire Station 25 (San Miguel Avenue) — Measure X funded
- Sidewalk vendor update presented by Senior Code Enforcement Officer Holly Felix
- Adoption of the 2026 Castro Valley MAC meeting schedule
- Informational update from California Highway Patrol Officer Jen Pabst
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing on violations of the Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance at 1916 E Street in Hayward, including trash, weeds, inoperable vehicles, and fire hazards. The board will also consider three conditional use permits for telecommunications facilities in unincorporated Alameda County.
- Neighborhood Preservation abatement hearing for 1916 E Street (APN 436-0070-036-00) over trash, weeds, inoperable vehicles, and fire hazards
- Conditional use permit (PLN2021-00186) for Church of Nazarene to demolish and relocate a telecom site at 2301 Miramar Ave, Castro Valley
- Conditional use permit renewal (PLN2025-00120) for AT&T telecom facility at 2536 Grant Ave, with expired CUP
- Conditional use permit (PLN2023-00112) for Crown Castle to operate a telecom facility at 10410 Crow Canyon Road, Castro Valley
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Alameda County Parks, Recreation and Historical Commission will hear an update on the Lorenzo Theater fire rehabilitation, including restoration of historic murals and exterior elements. The commission also will consider nominations for chair and vice chair, and may create a subcommittee for National Register of Historic Places listings. Other informational items include discussions on preserving Skywest as open space and updates on several historical properties.
- Lorenzo Theater restoration update – fire rehabilitation, historic murals, tower, marquee, ticket booth
- Save Skywest as Open Space in Hayward – presentation by committee member
- Nominations of Chair and Vice Chair – action item
- Consideration of Ad Hoc Subcommittee for County register listings for National Register of Historic Places
- Discussion and letters supporting funding for Old Castro Valley Library, Lake Chabot Nike Missile Base, Whitecotton Cottage, San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery
Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Agricultural Advisory Committee will vote on recommending a General Plan Amendment to comply with SB 1425, adding an appendix on equitable open space access and climate resilience. The committee will also consider endorsing alignment of county trail planning with state and national programs. An informational update will cover future wildfire preparedness presentations addressing evacuation, livestock sheltering, and fire insurance costs.
- General Plan Amendment (SB 1425) to add appendix to Open Space Element cataloging equitable access, climate resilience co-benefits, and rewilding opportunities
- Action item to endorse alignment of Alameda County trail planning with State and National Trails Programs
- New member Grace Sullivan appointed to Seat 19 (Young Producer), effective 9/23/25
- Vacancies reported: Regular seats for Rec/Parks Management (Seat 6) and Rangeland Ecology (Seat 11); ex officio seats for CA Dept Fish & Game (Seat 5) and Agricultural Lending Expert (Seat 8)
- Subcommittee to consider proposed Equine Definitions and Policy Goals for future review
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will review a Conditional Use Permit for Crown Castle to operate an existing telecommunications facility at 10410 Crow Canyon Road. The council will also consider a Site Development Review for an indoor fitness studio proposed by Trevon Croom at 20600 Redwood Road. In addition, the meeting includes approval of the September 22, 2025 minutes and a consent calendar.
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Crown Castle telecom facility, 10410 Crow Canyon Road (Parcel 085-1950-002-09)
- Site Development Review for Trevon Croom fitness studio, 20600 Redwood Road (Parcel 084C-0770-007-04)
- Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
- Consent calendar items
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing on three items: a Conditional Use Permit for a new alcohol outlet at 16900 E. 14th Street, a renewal of a Verizon wireless facility at 38000 Palomares Road, and approval of the 2026 meeting calendar. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Conditional Use Permit (PLN2025-00008) for an alcohol outlet (type 21 license) at 16900 E. 14th Street in the Ashland Cherryland Business District
- Conditional Use Permit renewal (PLN2025-00108) for an existing Verizon wireless telecommunications facility at 38000 Palomares Road, Castro Valley
- Approval of the 2026 meeting calendar
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review draft ordinances requiring a Conditional Use Permit for any proposed closure or conversion of a mobilehome park, with requirements for notice, impact analysis, and relocation assistance. The item is a regular calendar action item. A previously continued subdivision project (Arroyo Lago Residential) has been further continued to November 17, 2025.
- Review of draft Mobilehome Park Closure and Conversion Ordinance requiring Conditional Use Permit for closures or conversions
- Ordinance includes provisions for adequate notice, social and fiscal impact analysis, and relocation assistance
- Arroyo Lago Residential Project (194 single-family homes with 49 deed-restricted ADUs) continued to November 17, 2025
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will hear a Code Enforcement 2025 report and updates for the Castro Valley area. The council will also take action on gathering members' concerns and recommendations for the Unincorporated Area Budget Input Process. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
- Code Enforcement 2025 report and updates for Castro Valley area (informational)
- Unincorporated Area Budget Input Process - action to gather MAC members' concerns and recommendations
- Approval of minutes from September 15, 2025
Integrated Pest Management Committee (No Audio or Video)
The Alameda County Integrated Pest Management Committee meets on October 16, 2025. The agenda includes informational updates on DPR rodenticide mitigation, a relaunch of the Alameda-Contra Costa Weed Management Area, and pesticide regulatory changes for apiary protection and hemp/cannabis. No votes are scheduled beyond approving previous meeting minutes.
- DPR Rodenticide Mitigation Update (informational/discussion item)
- Alameda-Contra Costa Weed Management Area 2025 Relaunch, activities and planning update (informational/discussion)
- Pesticide Regulatory Affairs Updates on apiary protection and hemp/cannabis enforcement (informational item)
- Approval of meeting minutes from January, April, and July 2025 (action item)
- Open Forum for public comment on non-agenda items
Integrated Pest Management Committee (No Audio or Video)
The Integrated Pest Management Committee will meet to discuss pest‑control topics. The agenda includes an informational roundtable on rodenticide bans and alternative control strategies, an update on renewed funding for California Weed Management Areas, and a review of CDFA rodenticide label renewals. The only action item is approval of prior meeting minutes; the rest are discussion items.
- Rodenticide bans update – effects on departments, outlook, and alternative control strategies (informational roundtable)
- Renewed funding for California Weed Management Areas – current developments and planned activities (informational discussion)
- California Department of Food and Agriculture rodenticide label renewals – updates and legal use patterns (informational item)
- Approval of minutes from prior meetings (action item)
Planning Commission
The Alameda County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two action items. Item 10a proposes modifying the 1999 drive-through restaurant policy to allow new drive-throughs on specific parcels along Hesperian Boulevard in San Lorenzo. Item 10b is a Planning Director determination on whether an adult day care center qualifies as a similar use to a day care center in a Castro Valley Planned Development District. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, committee reports, and open forum.
- Proposed elimination of drive-through restaurant prohibition on parcels along Hesperian Blvd between Bockman Rd and Hayward city limits (APNs 412-0071-003-35, 412-0071-004-03, 412-0071-003-29)
- Determination on whether an adult day care center is similar to a day care center under PD-PLN2021-00254 at 1446 A Street, Hayward (APN 415-0230-020-00)
- Public hearing for both items; written comments accepted via email
- Meeting held in-person at 224 W. Winton Avenue, Hayward, with remote participation options
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Historical Commission will consider a demolition proposal for a bungalow at 1797 "D" Street in the Fairview area, to expand the Sulphur Creek Nature Center. The meeting also includes ethics training for commissioners and the appointment of members to a nominating committee. Old business items such as updates on historic projects and bridge discussions will be reviewed but not acted upon.
- Demolition of bungalow at 1797 "D" Street for Sulphur Creek Nature Center expansion (Action Item)
- Ralph M. Brown Act and Code of Conduct ethics training presentation (Informational Item)
- Appointment of commission members to a nominating committee for Chair and Vice Chair (Action Item)
- Updates on Chouinard Barn, Historical Survey, Mills Act, Tree Ordinance, and other historic projects (Potential Action Items)
- Discussion of historic sites for National Register nomination (Lake Chabot Nike Missile Base, Whitecotton Cottage, San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery)
East County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The East County Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider a conditional use permit to allow continued operation of a radio transmission facility at 10625 Mendenhall Road in Livermore, with no modifications. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The board will also receive a presentation on the Brown Act from county counsel. A previously scheduled conditional use permit for a service station on Andrade Road in Sunol has been continued to a future date.
- Conditional use permit PLN2025-00082 for KKIQ Alpha Media LLC to continue operating a radio transmission facility at 10625 Mendenhall Road, Livermore (APN 099A-2480-005-00).
- Brown Act presentation by County Counsel Aaron Foxworthy, Esq.
- Item PLN2017-00147 (Super Stop, 3004 Andrade Rd, Sunol) continued to a date yet to be determined.
- Approval of minutes from August 28, 2025 meeting.
- Open Forum and consent calendar items.
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hear three administrative hearings regarding code violations at properties in San Leandro, Castro Valley, and Hayward. The Board will consider declaring these properties public nuisances and requiring abatement of the violations.
- Hearing regarding unpermitted carport at 16702 Melody Way, San Leandro
- Hearing regarding overgrown weeds and unapproved vehicle storage at 17223 President Drive, Castro Valley
- Hearing regarding debris and unstable soil at 25550 Uvas Court, Hayward
- Approval of August 27, 2025 meeting minutes
- Open Forum for public comment
Altamont Regional Traffic Authority Joint Powers Authority
The Altamont Regional Traffic Authority JPA will hold its annual meeting, including election of officers and a vote on Resolution 2025-01 to transfer Tracy Hills project fees into the Finance Officer's custody. Members will also receive updates on the Tracy Hills Specific Plan implementation and available trust fund balances, and discuss hiring outside legal counsel.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2-year terms
- Vote on Resolution 2025-01 authorizing transfer of Tracy Hills project fees to JPA Finance Officer
- Update on Tracy Hills Specific Plan implementation, including building permits and development projects
- Update on funds available in Tracy Hills Project Trust Fund 84409
- Discussion of process for hiring outside legal counsel, including potential RFP and ad hoc subcommittee
Agricultural Advisory Committee
The Agricultural Advisory Committee meeting on September 23, 2025 will consider several agenda items, including the election of a new chair after Chair Wente steps down, a presentation on a communications strategy with a vote to authorize collaboration with Andrew Turnbull, and updates from subcommittees on membership applications and project reports. The meeting also includes an informational presentation on agricultural worker housing solutions and a brief discussion of potential topics for a future Rural Wildfire Preparedness presentation. Only items on the agenda may be acted upon; the open forum is limited to non‑action items.
- Election of a new AAC chair for the remainder of 2025 (action item)
- Presentation and vote to authorize AAC collaboration with Andrew Turnbull to develop and implement a communications strategy
- Membership Subcommittee application for Seat 1 – Rex Warren, cattle/livestock management (action item)
- Presentation on agricultural worker housing solutions by UCANR representatives
- Brief discussion of potential topics for a future Rural Wildfire Preparedness presentation
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will approve the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes and a consent calendar. It will discuss proposed updates to zoning ordinances and objective design standards for multi‑family residential and mixed‑use projects. The council will also review a tentative parcel map subdivision request and a conditional use permit renewal for an existing Verizon wireless facility.
- Zoning ordinance updates to development regulations and objective design standards for multi‑family residential and mixed‑use projects (item 1).
- Tentative Parcel Map (PLN2025-00084) to subdivide a 20,740 sq ft lot into three residential lots (APN 084C‑0780‑007‑00).
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for ATC Sequoia LLC’s Verizon wireless facility at 38000 Palomares Road (APN 85A‑5500‑001‑17).
- Approval of minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting.
- Consent calendar items covering routine approvals.
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council is meeting on September 15, 2025, to receive informational updates on several items, including a California Highway Patrol traffic enforcement update, status of Norbridge/Strobridge signal timing improvements, and public art proposals for two Castro Valley fire stations. No decisions or votes are scheduled; all agenda items are informational.
- California Highway Patrol traffic enforcement update (informational)
- Status update on Norbridge/Strobridge signal timing improvements by Alameda County Public Works Agency
- Update on public art projects for Fire Station 7 (Castro Valley, Palomares Hills) and Fire Station 25 (Castro Valley, San Miguel Avenue) via Alameda County Arts Commission
- Artwork proposals open for public comment September 6–30, 2025
- Approval of minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a proposal to allow horse boarding facilities as permitted uses in agricultural zones, a specific plan amendment to permit a fire station in the San Lorenzo Village Center, and certification of an Environmental Impact Report and approval of a vesting tentative tract map for the Arroyo Lago Residential Project, which would subdivide 26.6 acres into 194 single-family homes with 49 deed-restricted ADUs. The commission may also consider a consent calendar and approve minutes from June 16, 2025.
- Consider proposal from Castro Valley MAC to allow horse boarding and riding academies as permitted uses in Agricultural and Planned Development zoning districts without requiring a site development review.
- PLN2025-00066: Amend San Lorenzo Village Center Specific Plan to conditionally permit a public fire station on one parcel and waive site development review for fire stations under 10,000 sq ft.
- PLN2022-00193: Certify EIR and approve vesting tentative tract map for Arroyo Lago Residential Project — 194 single-family homes (49 ADUs) on 26.6 acres in East County area.
- Project includes infrastructure: roads, sewer, water, storm drain, and associated facilities on multiple parcels.
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Historical Commission will hold a regular meeting with procedural items and old business updates. They will discuss draft letters supporting funding to preserve several historic sites, including the Old Castro Valley Library, Lake Chabot Nike Missile Base, Whitecotton Cottage, and San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery. Consideration of nominating three sites for the National Register of Historic Places is also on the agenda.
- Discussion of draft letters to support funding for Old Castro Valley Library, Lake Chabot Nike Missile Base (SF-31C), Whitecotton Cottage, and San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery
- Consideration of National Register of Historic Places nominations for Lake Chabot Nike Missile Base, Whitecotton Cottage, and San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery
- Update on Chouinard Barn historical resources assessment at Palomares Road, Castro Valley
- Discussion of potential historical survey project and Mills Act project (letters to eligible property owners)
- Continued discussion on stipends for commission members and Meekland plaque
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes, receive an update on fireworks suppression operations, and discuss a draft ordinance for a new pedestrian and trails commission.
- Approval of July 21, 2025 minutes
- Alameda County Sheriff's Office fireworks suppression update
- Presentation of draft ordinance for Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Advisory Commission
- Norbridge/Strobridge Intersection Improvement update
East County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The board will decide on a request to modify a previously approved conditional use permit for the Hopper/Viracocha Wind LLC project, allowing between nine and thirteen wind turbines with capacities of 5.9 MW each on agricultural parcels north of Interstate 580. Also on the agenda is a continued appeal hearing regarding code violations at 8777 Lupin Way in Livermore, where staff recommends denial of the appeal and abatement of violations including outdoor storage and inoperative vehicles.
- Modification of Conditional Use Permit PLN2017-00201 for up to 13 wind turbines (5.9 MW each) on 15 parcels near Altamont Pass Road and Mountain House Road
- Continuance of appeal hearing for property at 8777 Lupin Way, Livermore, with staff recommendation to deny appeal and require abatement of zoning and nuisance violations
- Approval of minutes from July 24, 2025 meeting
- Open forum for items not on the agenda
- Next meeting scheduled for September 25, 2025
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hear an appeal of a tobacco retailer violation, multiple nuisance abatement cases, and a variance application to replace Fire Station 25 with a new 14,500 sq ft building. Staff recommends upholding a one-year license suspension for 5 Star Smoke Shop for selling flavored tobacco. The board will also declare several properties as public nuisances due to trash, weeds, and other violations.
- Variance hearing for new Fire Station 25 at 20336 San Miguel Ave, Castro Valley – 14,500 sq ft, two-story building replacing existing station
- Appeal by 5 Star Smoke Shop (15640 E. 14th St, Ashland) of tobacco license suspension for selling flavored tobacco
- Nuisance abatement at 20855 Royal Ave, Hayward – trash, inoperable vehicles, fence height violations
- Nuisance abatement at 3678 Arcadian Dr, Castro Valley – overgrown weeds and vegetation
- Nuisance abatements at 2135 Pico Pl, San Leandro, and Liberty St, San Lorenzo – overgrown weeds, trash, debris on vacant properties
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will consider a Site Development Review and required rear‑yard setback variance for the Alameda County Fire Department’s new two‑story, 14,500‑sq ft fire station at 20336 San Miguel Ave. The council will also review a Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review for the Mosaic Project, an outdoor recreation facility at 17015 Cull Canyon Road. Additional agenda items include approval of the July 28, 2025 minutes, a consent calendar, and various reports.
- PLN2025-00078 – Site Development Review and variance for a new fire station (14,500 sq ft) on a 1.29‑acre lot at 20336 San Miguel Ave
- PLN2020-00093 – Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review for the Mosaic Project (outdoor recreation facility) at 17015 Cull Canyon Road
- Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting
- Consent calendar items
- Chair’s report and subcommittee reports (Economic Development, CVCBD Specific Plan Update)
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will meet on June 16, 2025, at the Castro Valley Library. The council will elect a new chair and vice chair as an action item, and will receive an informational presentation from the Alameda County Fire Department on evacuation management and emergency preparedness. The meeting also includes approval of the May 19, 2025 minutes and public comment.
- Chair/Vice Chair elections (action item)
- Alameda County Fire Department presentation on evacuation management and emergency preparedness
- Approval of minutes from May 19, 2025
- Public comment period
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit renewals for existing telecommunications facilities (Verizon and AT&T) with expired permits. The board will also hear two nuisance abatement cases involving trash accumulation and an unauthorized cargo container. Several administrative hearings and a consent calendar are also on the agenda.
- PLN2025-00055: Renewal of Verizon wireless facility CUP at 2497-A Grove Way, Hayward area
- PLN2025-00038: Renewal of AT&T/Crown Castle CUP with design changes at 10410 Crow Canyon Road, Castro Valley area
- COD2025-00619: Nuisance abatement hearing for trash/debris at 20600 Garden Avenue, Hayward Acres
- COD2023-01617: Continued hearing on appeal of fines for cargo container violation at 19228 Garrison Ave, Castro Valley
- Tobacco Retailer Regulations and Alcoholic Beverage Sale hearings - none scheduled
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Historical Commission will consider three action items: electing a chair and vice chair, approving the demolition of a bungalow at 1797 'D' Street in Fairview to expand the Sulphur Creek Nature Center, and relocating the Midway School Structure. The meeting also includes updates on ongoing preservation projects.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Demolition of bungalow at 1797 'D' Street, Fairview, for Sulphur Creek Nature Center expansion (PLN2025-00032)
- Relocation and restoration of Midway School Structure by Livermore Heritage Guild
- Updates on Chouinard Barn, potential historical survey, Mills Act, tree ordinance, and other preservation projects
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will consider a request to allow horse boarding facilities without a site development review and review the status of the Castro Valley Central Business District Specific Plan Update. The body will also act on a site development review and variance for a new Alameda County Fire Station.
- Request to allow horse boarding facilities without site development review
- Site Development Review + Variance for Alameda County Fire Station no. 25
- Castro Valley Central Business District Specific Plan Update verbal check-in
- Approval of June 23, 2025 minutes
- Public announcements and open forum
East County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The East County Board of Zoning Adjustments will reconsider two decisions from June 26, 2025, imposing retroactive fines of $1,000 per day for importing soil without permits. Fines total about $387,000 for a parcel at 9782 Flynn Road, Livermore, and about $288,000 for 16500 Grant Line Road, Mountain House. Also on the agenda: a Conditional Use Permit for Wente Vineyards' summer concert series, tasting room, and other events at 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore, and elections for Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Reconsideration of $387,000 retroactive fine for soil import at 9782 Flynn Road, Livermore
- Reconsideration of $288,000 retroactive fine for soil import at 16500 Grant Line Road, Mountain House
- Conditional Use Permit for Wente Vineyards summer concert series, tasting room, and events at 5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore
- Elections for Chair and Vice-Chair
Agriculture Advisory Committee
The Alameda County Agricultural Advisory Committee will consider authorizing a communications strategy with Andrew Turnbull to promote agriculture and preserve working landscapes. Members will also receive an update on Priority Conservation Area nominations approved by the Board of Supervisors on July 10. Subcommittee reports include reappointing Bill Hoppes, reviewing a young producer application, and proposed equine definitions.
- Proposed AAC communications strategy with Andrew Turnbull – action item
- Update on Priority Conservation Area nominations approved by BOS on 7/10/25
- Reappointment of Bill Hoppes to Seat 9 (Watershed Ecology/Management)
- Application from Grace Sullivan for Young Producer Seat 19
- Consider proposed equine definitions/policy goals
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council - General Purpose
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council meets to receive informational updates on local crime statistics from the Alameda County Sheriff's Office and on county-owned historical sites in the unincorporated area, including the Nike Missile Site, White Cotton Cottage, and the former Castro Valley Library site. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Alameda County Sheriff's Office crime statistics update (informational)
- Update on county-owned historical sites: Nike Missile Site, White Cotton Cottage, former Castro Valley Library site
- Approval of minutes from June 16, 2025 meeting
Altamont Landfill Open Space Advisory Committee
The Altamont Landfill Open Space Advisory Committee is reviewing several funding requests for land conservation and environmental studies. The body will consider grant applications for ranch easements and property acquisitions to protect wildlife crossings and urban boundaries.
- Grant application from California Rangeland Trust for $790,468 for a Sweet Ridge Ranch conservation easement
- Consultant proposal for $25,000 for the 'East of Greenville Conservation Study' by Tri-Valley Conservancy
- Grant proposal for $500,000 for the 32-acre 'Altamont Hills' property (APN 99-5680-4) for Tri-Valley Conservancy
- Update on the state planning process for Tesla Park
- Informational item regarding a July 17 webinar on conservation easements and funding
East County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The East County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold hearings regarding soil import violations at two properties. The board will also consider a Conditional Use Permit renewal for a Verizon wireless facility and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Hearing on zoning violations for soil import at 9782 Flynn Road S, Livermore
- Hearing on zoning violations for soil import at 16500 Grant Line Road, Mountain House
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for Verizon wireless facility at 4845 Arroyo Road
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Informational update on General Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments for South Livermore Valley
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hear an appeal from Terrace Market (16250 Foothill Blvd, San Leandro) regarding a one-year tobacco license suspension for selling flavored tobacco. Staff recommends denying the appeal, upholding the suspension, and ordering payment of fines. The board will also consider several property violation appeals: a boat stored in a front yard (21266 Birch St, Cherryland), overgrown weeds and vegetation at multiple locations, a cargo container (19228 Garrison Ave, Castro Valley), and a variance for an existing fence and gates at 18127 Madison Ave, Castro Valley. Elections for Chair and Vice-Chair are also scheduled.
- Appeal of Terrace Market tobacco retailer violation – staff recommends one-year license suspension and fines
- Boat stored in front yard at 21266 Birch St, Cherryland – violation of zoning ordinance
- Overgrown weeds at 2757 Talbot Ln, Castro Valley – Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance violation
- Cargo container on property at 19228 Garrison Ave, Castro Valley – zoning violation
- Variance for 6-ft fence and gates at 18127 Madison Ave, Castro Valley – existing for over 20 years
Agriculture Advisory Committee
The Alameda County Agricultural Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on a Soil Importing Ordinance and receive updates on Priority Conservation Area nominations and newly approved ECAP/Zoning amendments for South Livermore. The committee will also consider authorizing its Land Use & Ag Enhancement Subcommittee to apply for a Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation (SALC) grant for a legislative review of Measure D, an action item. Subcommittee reports will cover membership, outreach, solar policy, equine definitions, urban ag, trails, and water resources.
- Presentation on Soil Importing Ordinance by CDA Code Enforcement
- Update on Priority Conservation Area (PCAs) nominations moving through Planning Commission and BOS
- ECAP and Zoning Ordinance amendments for South Livermore approved by BOS on 5/8/25 and 6/12/25
- Authorization to apply for SALC grant (Round 11) for legislative review of Measure D — action item
- Proposed Equine Definitions / Policy Goals for future AAC review
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council will vote on two Conditional Use Permit renewals for existing telecommunications facilities: an AT&T site at 10410 Crow Canyon Road in the Agricultural zone, and a Verizon site at 2497-A Grove Way in a Residential‑Medium Density zone. Both applications request no changes to the existing equipment and are categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting will also approve the May 27, 2025 minutes, address consent‑calendar items, and hear subcommittee reports on economic development and the Central Business District Specific Plan update.
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for AT&T telecom facility at 10410 Crow Canyon Road (Agricultural Zoning District)
- Conditional Use Permit renewal for Verizon telecom facility at 2497-A Grove Way (Residential‑Medium Density Zoning District)
- Approval of minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting
- Consideration of consent‑calendar items
- Subcommittee reports: Economic Development and Central Business District Specific Plan update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hear a conditional use permit for a new Alameda County Fire Station No. 7 at 6901 Villareal Drive in Castro Valley, replacing an obsolete station. They will also vote on recommending unincorporated-area Priority Conservation Area nominations to MTC/ABAG and consider a General Plan conformance report for vacating part of Morrison Canyon Road. Additionally, the commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.
- Conditional Use Permit (PLN2025-00051) for a 7,808 sq ft fire station with 1,954 sq ft apparatus building on 1.28 acres at 6901 Villareal Dr, Castro Valley
- Vote to recommend Priority Conservation Area nominations to MTC/ABAG for funding access
- General Plan Conformance Report (PLN2025-00076) for vacation of Morrison Canyon Road terminus near Sunol
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Planning Commission
Parks, Recreation, Historical Commission
The Parks, Recreation & Historical Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its May 1, 2025 meeting. The commission will receive staff reports and updates on several ongoing historic preservation projects, including the Chouinard Barn on Palomares Road in Castro Valley, a potential historical survey, a Mills Act project, and a potential tree ordinance. No new business items are scheduled for this meeting.
- Approve minutes from May 1, 2025 meeting
- Update on Chouinard Barn, Palomares Road, Castro Valley
- Potential Historical Survey Project
- Mills Act Project
- Potential Tree Ordinance Project
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommending a new ordinance that would require a Conditional Use Permit for any conversion of a mobilehome park, ensuring notice, impact analysis, and relocation assistance. The commission will also receive an update on permit streamlining efforts. Both items are action items to be recommended to other committees.
- Review draft Mobilehome Park Zoning Overlay and Conversion Ordinance
- Permit Streamlining Subcommittee update and report to Transportation and Planning Committee
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2025
- Open Forum for items not on the agenda
West County Board of Zoning Adjustments
The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 24-acre community park in Castro Valley, featuring trails, a playground, dog park, and more. The board will also consider two code enforcement appeals: one for zoning violations at 4621 James Ave and another for overgrown weeds at 19430 Center St.
- Conditional Use Permit for Valley View Park: 24 acres, 28 parcels, bounded by Sydney Wy, Perrich Av, Carlton Av, Stanton Av in Castro Valley (PLN2025-00027)
- Appeal hearing for zoning violations at 4621 James Ave, Castro Valley (COD2025-00265) – staff recommends declaring property a public nuisance
- Hearing for overgrown weeds and vegetation at 19430 Center St, Castro Valley (COD2025-00396) – staff recommends abatement
- Consent calendar and approval of April 23, 2025 minutes
Castro Valley MAC - Land Use
The Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council (Land Use) will consider three action items: a conditional use permit for an existing Crown Castle telecommunications facility with design modifications, a conditional use permit and site development review for a new Alameda County Fire Station No. 7, and a variance for a fence that has encroached on the front property line for over 20 years. The council will also approve minutes from May 12, 2025, and receive reports.
- Conditional Use Permit (PLN2023-00112) for Crown Castle to legalize an existing telecom facility at 10410 Crow Canyon Road with a new mono-cypress design and landscaping.
- Conditional Use Permit and Site Development Review (PLN2025-00051) for a new 7,808 sq ft Alameda County Fire Station No. 7 at 6901 Villareal Drive, replacing the current obsolete station.
- Variance (PLN2024-00189) to allow an existing 6-ft tall fence located 12–18 inches from the front property line at 18127 Madison Avenue, where 30 ft is required.
- All three projects are either categorically exempt or rely on a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA.
- Approval of minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting.
Airport Land Use Commission
This is largely a procedural meeting. The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the year and vote on minutes from October 2023. Staff will present a summary of projects reviewed for airport land use compatibility over the past two years.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair per ALUC Bylaws Section 5.1
- Approval of minutes from October 9, 2023
- Summary of recent projects reviewed for consistency with Airport Land Use Compatibility Plans