Renters: highs and lows
Renters received good news in Alameda this week, but the struggle continues in Hayward and San Leandro. Plus, dispatches from Dublin, D.C., and campaign finance data
☕️MORNING BUZZ
—Alameda is reviving talks of a major infrastructure bond, with public workshops kicking off this fall to shape a possible measure for 2026.
City leaders warn deferred maintenance has ballooned beyond last year’s $800 million estimate, with crumbling traffic signals and flood protections among urgent needs.
But while officials agree repairs can’t wait, the council could be split on whether voters should see a detailed project list before the bond goes to the ballot.
EBI HEADLINES
CITY NEWS | Alameda | City restarts talks on costly infrastructure fixes, possible bond measure next year | Alameda wins appeal in dispute over rent control at U.S. Navy-era housing | Hayward | Amid worsening budget situation, Hayward puts rent registry plans on hold for one year |
D.C. NEWS | CD17 | Strange bedfellows: Khanna teams with Kentucky Republican on Epstein files case, joined by GOP Rep. Majorie Taylor Greene | CD14 | Swalwell says he’ll sign discharge petition to force House vote on Epstein files.
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Oakland progressive philanthropist makes substantial contribution to Newsom’s redistricting ballot measure | Campaign finance data for Aug. 29 through Sept. 4.
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