Summary
The park district reported 5.7 million annual park visits, a $46.6M budget, a triple-A rating, free after-school arts programs, and $27M in grants for a seven-mile trail. Councilmembers praised the partnership and raised Weeks Park safety and greenway connectivity.
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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
$250M bond program with $55M in matching grants raised; $17M in energy efficiency projects underway.
308,000 residents across the district, including 2 million out-of-town visitors to Hayward parks.
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City Council — February 24, 2026
The park district reported 5.7 million annual park visits, a $46.6M budget, a triple-A rating, free after-school arts programs, and $27M in grants for a seven-mile trail. Councilmembers praised the partnership and raised Weeks Park safety and greenway connectivity.
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