On Friday, February 27, the former Village of Love day center, safe parking, and overnight emergency shelter at 431 Stardust Place unexpectedly closed after a contract amendment disagreement between the City and the organization set to take over operations. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-village-of-love-day-center-shelter-unexpectedly-closed/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #VillageOfLove

Alameda Restaurant Week returns for its ninth year on March 20-29, showcasing the diverse flavors from across the island. More than 60 Alameda eateries have already signed on to participate, with more being added daily! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/alameda-restaurant-week-celebrates-global-flavors-local-spirit/

#alameda #AlamedaRestaurantWeek #CityOfAlameda #WestAlamedaBusinessAssociation

"After six weeks of Alameda’s businesses and service providers jostling for position, voting in the 2026 Alameda Stars Community Awards competition has ended," announces Alameda Post Publisher Adam Gillitt. Stay tuned—category winners will be announced throughout the week. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/2026-competition-illuminates-constellation-alameda-stars/

#alameda #AlamedaFoodBank #AlamedaStars #CityOfAlameda #DomenicosItalianDeli #faas #FactionBrewing #FriendsOfTheAlamedaAnimalShelter #JulieSCoffeeAndTeaGarden #KindredRunning

The City of Alameda recently received the League of American Bicyclists’ Gold-level Bicycle Friendly Community Award. Alameda’s journey to this honor reflects a decade of steady progress, starting with a Bronze Award in 2016 and a Silver Award in 2021. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-wins-gold-bicycle-friendly-community/

#ActiveTransportationPlan #alameda #biking #CityOfAlameda #CrossAlamedaTrail #EstuaryWaterShuttle #MarilynEzzyAshcraft

The City is bringing in a new dedicated security guard service along with midweek paid parking at Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal, starting February 3. To offset the cost of the new security service, parking will cost $3 per day on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. https://alamedapost.com/news/seaplane-lagoon-ferry-terminal-security-midweek-paid-parking/

#alameda #CityOfAlameda #parking #SeaplaneLagoon #SfBayFerry

After years of the current policy not producing the desired pace of building new infrastructure at Alameda Point, the City of Alameda may change its focus from leasing to selling property. Richard Bangert examines the possibilities and roadblocks facing the City as they work to manage the land. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/analysis-city-shift-approach-economic-development-alameda-point/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CityOfAlameda

"Alameda could find itself back at square one, or at least close to it." As officials seek clarity on the status of the VA clinic on Alameda Point, Richard Bangert examines what could happen to the land if the clinic is cancelled. It's possible the VA will turn the land over to GSA for disposal. https://alamedapost.com/news/analysis/analysis-two-possibilities-alameda-point-va-property-following-veterans-project-cancellation/

#alameda #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CityOfAlameda #veterans

On January 6, City Council unanimously accepted The Road Home Final Report, the City’s five-year strategic plan to prevent and respond to homelessness. "The report noted both an increase in total homelessness and positive growth in sheltered capacity," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-approves-homelessness-report-new-collections-policy/

#AffordableHousing #alameda #AlamedaHousingAuthority #CarlosFigueroa #CityOfAlameda #ErinSmith #homelessness #MarilynEzzyAshcraft #TracyJensen

Big questions hang in the air with the possible termination of the construction of the VA clinic and columbarium at Alameda Point. Jean Chen talks with Abby Thorne-Lyman, the City of Alameda’s Department Head of Base Reuse and Economic Development, about what could happen to the land. https://alamedapost.com/news/what-happens-alameda-point-land-slated-va-clinic-cemetery/

#AbbyThorneLyman #alameda #AlamedaPoint #BaseReuseAndEconomicDevelopmentDepartment #CaliforniaLeastTern #CityOfAlameda #veterans

Why is there a very large red curb painted between Eighth and Ninth streets? What's up with the gaps in construction? The City of Alameda responds to questions and concerns regarding the ongoing safety improvements being installed on Central Avenue. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-responds-questions-comments-about-central-avenue-safety-project/

#alameda #CentralAvenueSafetyImprovementProject #CityOfAlameda #construction