Emeryville Announcements

Volunteer to pick up trash for your community

Published on April 28, 2026

 

Join the Parks & Recreation advisory committee for their second Love Your Parks Clean-up!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What to Bring: Sunblock, water, and snacks
Location: Temescal Creek Park (Adeline St & 47th St), Emeryville, CA 94608

There is a dog park on-site; feel free to bring your furry friend!

 

 

Safety Event

Published on April 27, 2026

 

Join Old Navy and the Emeryville Police Department for a free community safety event. Learn safety tips, meet local officers, and enjoy family-friendly activities for all ages.

Where: Old Navy Store
5777 Christie Avenue
Emeryville, CA 94608
When: Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM  

All welcome! All ages!

 

 

We Want Your Feedback!

Published on April 23, 2026

 

Join us for a special Parks & Recreation meeting to share your thoughts on future park improvements in our community.

Share your ideas for improvements at Stanford Park, Temescal Creek Park, 61st Mini Park, Doyle Hollis Park, and Marina Park.

When: May 6, 2026

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Where: ECCL Building A

4727 San Pablo Ave, Emeryville CA 94608

 

 

 

 

 

New Historic Walking Tour

Published on April 22, 2026

 

The Emeryville Historical Society has launched a new historic walking tour, funded by a City of Emeryville Community Promotions Grant.

This self-guided experience features 30 stops across San Pablo Avenue and the Triangle Neighborhood, uncovering layers of local history through the places you pass every day.

Pick up a printed map at the Civic Center, Senior Center, the ECCL lobby, or at small businesses along the route. You can also download the tour directly from their website and explore at your own pace: https://emeryvillehistorical.org/tours/

 

 

 

City Advisory Body Recruitment

Published on April 21, 2026

 

Have you ever wanted to participate in your local government and community? Working on an Advisory Body is a great way to get involved in your City! We are looking for community members that would like to serve on our various Community Advisory Bodies.

Our annual recruitment will open on Friday, March 20, 2026. Applications are due Friday, May 1, 2026, by 5:00 PM. Appointments are schedule to be made at the Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Emeryville City Council meeting.

Vacancies

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Budget Advisory Committee
Commission on Aging
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Housing Committee
Parks and Recreation Committee
Planning Commission
Public Art Committee
For more information and to submit an online application, please visit our website at www.emeryville.org/advisorybodies.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water Safety Day

Published on April 13, 2026

 

Join the City of Emeryville for Water Safety Day, a fun and educational community event dedicated to keeping residents safe in and around the water! Families are invited to enjoy hands-on activities, safety demonstrations, and valuable tips from local safety professionals on drowning prevention, swim safety, and emergency preparedness.

When: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 12PM - 3PM
Where: ECCL Pool (1170 Steve Dain Drive)

 

 

 

 

 

 

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Published on April 06, 2026

 

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Drivers are urged to keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel

Emeryville, California – April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Emeryville Police Department wants to remind drivers to stay focused, keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel. Distractions like checking a phone, using the in-dash touchscreen or car phone app, adjusting the radio, or eating can have devastating consequences.

“Distracted driving continues to put everyone on the road at risk,” Emeryville Police Department Sgt. Andrew Cassianos said. “When drivers take their eyes off the road, even for a few seconds, lives can change forever. We’re reminding our community that safety starts with each of us. Put the phone down, limit distractions, and help people get home safely.”

According to the 2025 California Statewide Public Opinion Survey, nearly 71.4% of drivers surveyed said that distracted driving, caused by texting or checking a phone, was their biggest safety concern. In 2023, there were 158 people killed in distracted driving crashes in California, a 6.8 percent increase from the previous year. The numbers are likely underreported because law enforcement officers may not always be able to determine if distraction was a factor in a crash.

The Emeryville Police Department will be actively looking for drivers throughout the month who are in violation of the state’s hands-free cell phone law.

Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or other electronic device while operating a vehicle, even when stopped at a red light. This includes talking, texting, or using an app. Using a handheld cell phone while driving can result in a fine, and if a driver violates the hands-free law a second time within 36 months of a previous conviction for the same offense, an additional point will be added to their record.

Follow these simple steps to stay focused and protect everyone on the road:

• Put your phone away: Silence notifications and store your phone where you can’t reach it while driving.

• Plan ahead: Set your GPS, adjust mirrors and finish any tasks before you start driving.

• Keep both hands on the wheel and eyes on the road: Avoid eating, grooming or adjusting controls while driving.

• Be a role model: Show your passengers, especially young drivers, that focused driving is the norm.

• Speak up: If you’re a passenger and see the driver distracted, kindly remind them to stay focused.

• Pull over if necessary: If something urgent comes up, stop and park in a safe place before responding.

Funding for distracted driving enforcement is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

 

 

  

 

Community Survey

Published on March 27, 2026

 

Community Survey

The City of Emeryville has commissioned GRA and McGuire Research, independent research firms, to conduct research on important issues in the City of Emeryville. If you are part of the scientific random sample, you may be contacted by email, text or telephone.

In response to any request for information or public records request, your name, email address, and any telephone/cell number provided will not be provided or disclosed. Your individual data will not be sold or provided to anyone.

We would appreciate your response.

Questions about the City or this Survey: 
If you have questions about the City of Emeryville or the purpose of this survey, please contact city.manager@emeryville.org

 

 

 

Horton Street Utility Trenching Scheduled Through May 15

Published on March 25, 2026

 

Utility trenching on Horton Street, in the vicinity of Stanford Avenue will be ongoing for the next several weeks on weekdays between 7am and 4pm from 3/25/26 to approximately 5/15/26. Please anticipate potential delays and proceed with caution in this area at these times.

 

Time for a home refresh!

Published on March 12, 2026

 

Clear out harmful items like old batteries, cleaning products, pesticides, broken electronics, and more from your home.

Alameda County’s four Household Hazardous Waste facilities are open for your drop-offs. Appointments are not necessary.

Check online for hours and days of operation: www.stopwaste.org/hhw

 

 

Fiber Optic Infrastructure Installation Along I-80

Published on March 03, 2026

 

FIBER OPTIC INFRASTRUCTURE INSTALLATION ALONG I-80 IN CONTRA COSTA SOLANO AND ALAMEDA COUNTIES
Sunday through Thursday, Nightly, 10PM - 5AM through March 2026

CONTRA COSTA, SOLANO & ALAMEDA COUNTIES – Caltrans is announcing ongoing closures related to the Fiber Optic Infrastructure Project along both eastbound and westbound I-80 in Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda Counties. The installation work began on February 23, 2026, and is scheduled to take place during overnight hours to minimize traffic disruption.

What to Expect:

Work will occur Sunday through Thursday, nightly, from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM. For the next two weeks, the layout portion will focus on the section from the I-980 to-I-580 interchange toward the connector between I-580 and I-80.

Rolling lane and ramp closures are scheduled on both eastbound and westbound I-80, between Emeryville and the Carquinez Bridge. Motorists should expect temporary closures and minor delays during these overnight construction hours.

*All work is weather dependent and subject to change.*

The Fiber Optic Infrastructure Project is tentatively scheduled for completion by Winter 2028.

Changeable Message Signs (CMS) will provide advance notice for motorists traveling in the area. Drivers may experience minor delays and are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time. Be work zone alert, drive with caution through the work zone. For 24/7 traffic updates, follow 511.org on Twitter. For real-time traffic, visit Caltrans QuickMap.

 

 

City News & Activity Guide for Summer 2026

Published on February 25, 2026

 

Explore a wide variety of programs, classes, events, and summer camp happening in Emeryville. Whether you're looking for activities for kids, fitness programs, or ways to get involved in the community, we’ve got something for everyone!

Check out the guide here: City News & Activity Guide – Summer 2026

Stay active, get involved, and make the most of your summer with the City of Emeryville!

 

Sustainable Streetscapes Construction Update – January 2026

Published on January 23, 2026

 

Work on the Sustainable Streetscapes project has resumed following holiday weather delays. With improved conditions in January, Bay Cities Paving and Grading is continuing work on remaining construction items along the Hollis Street corridor and throughout the City. Recent work includes the installation of five new concrete bus pads, curb repairs and painting, and the continued installation of new benches around the City.

During the week of January 26, crews will complete concrete improvements at the Hollis/53rd Street intersection, adjust utility covers along Hollis Street, and install permanent crosswalk markings. Work will also begin on punch-list corrections and pavement repairs; these corrections may continue into early February.

During the week of February 2, new asphalt speed humps are scheduled for installation at the Greenway crossings of 65th, 66th, and 67th Streets, as well as several other locations in the City, to help slow traffic and improve safety. Final striping on Hollis Street will continue to be installed as long as weather conditions allow.

Temporary detours and lane or road closures may occur during this work. Please use caution when traveling through construction zones and follow posted signage and directions from flaggers. We appreciate your continued patience and cooperation as these improvements are completed.

  

 

Shellmound Street Gas Main Project Underway

Published on December 16, 2025

 

**Update**

Emergency work at the Shellmound St and Ohlone Way intersection will continue through the evening of December 16, 2025. Residents travelling through that intersection should expect delays and altered lanes due to traffic control in the Northbound direction

On the evening of December 19th, 2025 PG&E will pause its gas main replacement work on Shellmound Street until January 4, 2026. On January 5, 2026 work will resume during the approved working hours on weekdays between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Final pavement restoration work is estimated to be complete by February 8, 2026.

Please contact PG&E for any project-related questions you may have.

PG&E Shellmound Project Contact:
Jacob Cordova
Senior Customer Outreach Specialist

(510) 773-7490