Grow the Economy

Council’s vision for Hayward’s future includes: “Hayward attracts new, higher-paying jobs, allowing existing and new residents to live and work in the same community. Hayward’s attractive downtown and neighborhood business corridors draw people from across the region, featuring unique and locally-owned restaurants, music and art, attractive retail, outdoor dining, and inviting public spaces.”

The Economic Development Division in the City Manager’s Office oversees the work for this priority. In partnership, the Development Services Department leads updates to zoning and permitting and the Library Department provides workforce development programs. The City Manager’s Office also houses the Real Property Management Division, which oversees the management and sale of City-owned land. Council has four objectives for this priority, which are discussed at the Council Economic Development Committee. Committee meetings are monthly and are open to the public. In addition, the Planning Commission reviews large development projects.