Emeryville Announcements
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The City of Emeryville Stands With Our Community
Published on October 28, 2025
The City of Emeryville stands with our community.
In this time of uncertainty related to ongoing federal immigration operations, the federal government shutdown, and the pending temporary discontinuation of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beginning November 1, 2025, we want to provide information and resources to help those impacted in the city.
We understand that these events create challenges for many households, and we are committed to ensuring residents have access to accurate information, local resources and community support.
Know Your Rights
Emeryville residents, regardless of immigration status, have rights. For more information, please visit the City’s Know Your Rights webpage for local legal and community resources.
Emeryville is a sanctuary city, and the Emeryville Police Department will not assist immigration enforcement officials in any way. If you believe you are witnessing ICE activity, report it to your local rapid response hotline. They will work to verify this information and provide support.
Alameda County Rapid Response Hotline: (510) 241-4011
If you choose to exercise your First Amendment rights, please do so peacefully. Acts of violence and interference against federal officers will not be tolerated.
If you choose to exercise your First Amendment rights, please do so peacefully. Acts of violence and interference against federal officers will not be tolerated.
Food and Community Assistance
It is anticipated that new food benefit (SNAP) distributions will not occur beginning on November 1, 2025, because of the federal government shutdown. Residents needing food assistance can contact the Alameda County Community Food Bank (510) 635-3663 for free groceries. Neighborhood distribution sites, and CalFresh application help or Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program (ECAP) at their temporary site of 2628 San Pablo Ave. Food distribution Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or Mercy Brown Bag Program which provides free groceries for older adults, distributions every 1st and 3rd Thursday at Emeryville Senior Center, 4321 Salem Street.
Community Solidarity
Thousands of federal workers and local residents are affected by the shutdown and the SNAP disruption. We encourage everyone who can to donate to local food banks and support neighborhood organizations serving our most vulnerable neighbors.
The City of Emeryville will continue to share information and resources as they become available.
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Spooky Streets Trick-or-Treat Zone!
Published on October 28, 2025
Join us for the Spooky Streets Trick-or-Treat Zone on October 31st from 7–9 PM along 64th Street (Doyle St to Vallejo St).
Costumes are encouraged—let’s make this Halloween one to remember!
Opportunity to Weigh In on the City’s Iconography
Published on October 23, 2025
We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on the new alternative logo and signage designs for the 40th Streetscape Public Art Project by completing a quick survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YTLCJDY
Your feedback will help shape how our city’s identity is represented through art, design, and public spaces. This is your chance to make your mark on how the community is seen and celebrated.
Want to learn more? Visit the 40th Streetscape Public Art Project website for details and background on the project.
https://www.emeryville40thstreetart.com/
Celebrate October with RCCD!
Published on October 14, 2025
You're invited to take part in Emeryville’s first-ever Art and Culture Month—a vibrant celebration of creativity in our community! Explore 11 guided tours, 5 captivating art installations, 3 diverse art exhibitions, open studios, and immersive multimedia experiences blending clay, poetry, visual art, food, and music. Don’t miss the thought-provoking panel discussion on the role and impact of public art in our city.
For more information, and registration, please visit RCCD (Rotten City Cultural District) Events
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
Published on October 10, 2025
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
Drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians
Drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians
Emeryville, Calif. – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Emeryville Police Department would like to remind drivers to always take extra precautions to help protect pedestrians.
On average, a pedestrian is killed every 72 minutes and one is injured every 8 minutes in traffic crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In California, 1,106 pedestrians were struck and killed in 2023.
“In Emeryville, walking should always be an easy and safe option for getting around,” Sgt. Andrew Cassianos said. “We want to make sure that people walking are safe. We urge drivers to take the time to look out for people. Small actions, like slowing down, putting away distractions and yielding at crosswalks, can reduce crashes and serious injuries.”
Vehicle speed impacts people walking, who do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers. A difference of just 15 MPH (20 MPH to 35 MPH) significantly increases the likelihood that a person walking will be killed if struck by a vehicle.
The Emeryville Police Department offers these driving tips to keep everyone safe:
• Follow the speed limit, especially around people on the street, around schools and in neighborhoods where children are present.
• Use extra caution when driving in hard-to-see conditions.
• Drive sober.
• Always stop for people in crosswalks and avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.
• Avoid distractions such as texting or eating while driving. Keep your focus on the road.
Construction Advisory: Traffic Signal at Powell and Hollis
Published on October 01, 2025
**NEW DATE FOR CHANGE OVER DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER**
As part of the Sustainable Streetscapes project, the traffic signal at the southwest corner of Powell and Hollis Streets is being modified to accommodate the new improvements. One part of this modification is the relocation of the traffic signal poles to their permanent locations.
The City’s Contractor has scheduled the change over of the traffic signal poles to occur next week on Tuesday, October 7. On that day, the signal at Powell and Hollis will be placed in “flashing mode” for everyone’s safety. Vehicles approaching the traffic signal in flashing mode must treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Drivers can expect delays while traveling through this intersection; consider taking alternate routes if you can. Other intersections on Hollis Street between Stanford Avenue and Park Avenue will also continue to be in “flashing mode” until the roadway is paved in early November. We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your continued patience and partnership in making our streets safer.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Daylighting in Emeryville: Take a Space, Save a Life
Published on September 26, 2025
On January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill 413 (AB 413) made daylighting a requirement across California. The law prohibits stopping, standing, or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of the approach to any marked or unmarked crosswalk and within 15 feet of the approach to any marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection with a curb extension. These new no-parking zones improve pedestrian safety by making people crossing the street more visible.
To help residents and visitors identify the new no-parking zones, all curbs at the 100+ daylighting locations in Emeryville will be painted red. The Transportation and Sustainability Committee approved the daylighting curb painting at its July 8, 2025 meeting. Work will be performed by the City’s maintenance crews, starting in October 2025, and is expected to be completed by Summer 2026.
Please note that even if a curb is not painted red, parking is still prohibited in daylighting zones. Be on the lookout for the A-frame signs with “No Parking” and informational signage about daylighting that will be posted several days ahead of the painting work.
For more information, visit the City’s Daylighting Program website: https://www.emeryville.org/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Daylighting
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Shellmound Street Gas Main Project Underway
Published on September 02, 2025
PG&E has started its gas main replacement project along Shellmound Street which is anticipated for completion in November 2025.
Daytime traffic will be impacted on Shellmound Street between Ohlone Way and Powell Street between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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
Jacob Cordova
Senior Customer Outreach Specialist
(510) 773-7490
City News & Activity Guide for Fall 2025
Published on August 29, 2025
Explore a wide variety of programs, classes, and events 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 – Fall 2025
Stay active, get involved, and make the most of your fall with the City of Emeryville!
Construction Advisory: Intersection of Powell and Hollis
Published on August 22, 2025
The City’s Sustainable Streetscapes Contractor is working at and around the intersection of Powell and Hollis Streets. Work being performed includes the removal of the slip lane and island at the southwest corner of the intersection, relocation of traffic signals and appurtenances, installation of a curb extension or bulbout at the southeast corner of the intersection, construction of enlarged public plaza paving and landscaping and the installation of green infrastructure facilities to comply with clean water requirements.
During certain construction activities, the signal at the Powell and Hollis intersection may need to be placed in “flashing mode” for everyone’s safety. Vehicles approaching the traffic signal in flashing mode must treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Also, during construction the Emeryville Greenway at the plaza adjacent to Honor Kitchen will be inaccessible for the duration of the work at the southwest corner of the Powell and Hollis intersection. Bicyclists should consider bikeways on 59th to Horton or Doyle to Stanford as alternatives.
Construction at this intersection is expected to last approximately five weeks, expect delays while traveling through the intersection and consider taking alternate routes if possible. We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your continued patience and cooperation in making our streets safer.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Free Shuttle Service From The Emery to West Oakland BART Station
As part of the Sherwin Williams Redevelopment Project ("The Emery") community benefits, the developer has funded a shuttle from the project site to the West Oakland BART station. This free shuttle is available for everyone and is operated by the Emery Go-Round.
For the latest schedule information, visit Transportation | The Emery (liveattheemery.com)
Daytime traffic will be impacted on Shellmound Street between Ohlone Way and Powell Street between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.
The City of Emeryville Stands With Our Community
Published on October 28, 2025
The City of Emeryville stands with our community.
In this time of uncertainty related to ongoing federal immigration operations, the federal government shutdown, and the pending temporary discontinuation of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beginning November 1, 2025, we want to provide information and resources to help those impacted in the city.
We understand that these events create challenges for many households, and we are committed to ensuring residents have access to accurate information, local resources and community support.
Know Your Rights
Emeryville residents, regardless of immigration status, have rights. For more information, please visit the City’s Know Your Rights webpage for local legal and community resources.
Emeryville is a sanctuary city, and the Emeryville Police Department will not assist immigration enforcement officials in any way. If you believe you are witnessing ICE activity, report it to your local rapid response hotline. They will work to verify this information and provide support.
Alameda County Rapid Response Hotline: (510) 241-4011
If you choose to exercise your First Amendment rights, please do so peacefully. Acts of violence and interference against federal officers will not be tolerated.
If you choose to exercise your First Amendment rights, please do so peacefully. Acts of violence and interference against federal officers will not be tolerated.
Food and Community Assistance
It is anticipated that new food benefit (SNAP) distributions will not occur beginning on November 1, 2025, because of the federal government shutdown. Residents needing food assistance can contact the Alameda County Community Food Bank (510) 635-3663 for free groceries. Neighborhood distribution sites, and CalFresh application help or Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program (ECAP) at their temporary site of 2628 San Pablo Ave. Food distribution Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or Mercy Brown Bag Program which provides free groceries for older adults, distributions every 1st and 3rd Thursday at Emeryville Senior Center, 4321 Salem Street.
Community Solidarity
Thousands of federal workers and local residents are affected by the shutdown and the SNAP disruption. We encourage everyone who can to donate to local food banks and support neighborhood organizations serving our most vulnerable neighbors.
The City of Emeryville will continue to share information and resources as they become available.
For updates, follow us
Subscribe for news updates: GovDelivery
https://www.facebook.com/EmeryvilleCity
https://www.instagram.com/cityofemeryville/
https://x.com/EmeryvilleCA
Spooky Streets Trick-or-Treat Zone!
Published on October 28, 2025
Join us for the Spooky Streets Trick-or-Treat Zone on October 31st from 7–9 PM along 64th Street (Doyle St to Vallejo St).
Costumes are encouraged—let’s make this Halloween one to remember!
Opportunity to Weigh In on the City’s Iconography
Published on October 23, 2025
We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on the new alternative logo and signage designs for the 40th Streetscape Public Art Project by completing a quick survey.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YTLCJDY
Your feedback will help shape how our city’s identity is represented through art, design, and public spaces. This is your chance to make your mark on how the community is seen and celebrated.
Want to learn more? Visit the 40th Streetscape Public Art Project website for details and background on the project.
https://www.emeryville40thstreetart.com/
Celebrate October with RCCD!
Published on October 14, 2025
You're invited to take part in Emeryville’s first-ever Art and Culture Month—a vibrant celebration of creativity in our community! Explore 11 guided tours, 5 captivating art installations, 3 diverse art exhibitions, open studios, and immersive multimedia experiences blending clay, poetry, visual art, food, and music. Don’t miss the thought-provoking panel discussion on the role and impact of public art in our city.
For more information, and registration, please visit RCCD (Rotten City Cultural District) Events
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
Published on October 10, 2025
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month
Drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians
Drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians
Emeryville, Calif. – October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and the Emeryville Police Department would like to remind drivers to always take extra precautions to help protect pedestrians.
On average, a pedestrian is killed every 72 minutes and one is injured every 8 minutes in traffic crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In California, 1,106 pedestrians were struck and killed in 2023.
“In Emeryville, walking should always be an easy and safe option for getting around,” Sgt. Andrew Cassianos said. “We want to make sure that people walking are safe. We urge drivers to take the time to look out for people. Small actions, like slowing down, putting away distractions and yielding at crosswalks, can reduce crashes and serious injuries.”
Vehicle speed impacts people walking, who do not have the same protections as drivers and passengers. A difference of just 15 MPH (20 MPH to 35 MPH) significantly increases the likelihood that a person walking will be killed if struck by a vehicle.
The Emeryville Police Department offers these driving tips to keep everyone safe:
• Follow the speed limit, especially around people on the street, around schools and in neighborhoods where children are present.
• Use extra caution when driving in hard-to-see conditions.
• Drive sober.
• Always stop for people in crosswalks and avoid blocking crosswalks while waiting to make a right-hand turn.
• Avoid distractions such as texting or eating while driving. Keep your focus on the road.
Construction Advisory: Traffic Signal at Powell and Hollis
Published on October 01, 2025
**NEW DATE FOR CHANGE OVER DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER**
As part of the Sustainable Streetscapes project, the traffic signal at the southwest corner of Powell and Hollis Streets is being modified to accommodate the new improvements. One part of this modification is the relocation of the traffic signal poles to their permanent locations.
The City’s Contractor has scheduled the change over of the traffic signal poles to occur next week on Tuesday, October 7. On that day, the signal at Powell and Hollis will be placed in “flashing mode” for everyone’s safety. Vehicles approaching the traffic signal in flashing mode must treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Drivers can expect delays while traveling through this intersection; consider taking alternate routes if you can. Other intersections on Hollis Street between Stanford Avenue and Park Avenue will also continue to be in “flashing mode” until the roadway is paved in early November. We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your continued patience and partnership in making our streets safer.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Daylighting in Emeryville: Take a Space, Save a Life
Published on September 26, 2025
On January 1, 2025, Assembly Bill 413 (AB 413) made daylighting a requirement across California. The law prohibits stopping, standing, or parking a vehicle within 20 feet of the approach to any marked or unmarked crosswalk and within 15 feet of the approach to any marked or unmarked crosswalk at an intersection with a curb extension. These new no-parking zones improve pedestrian safety by making people crossing the street more visible.
To help residents and visitors identify the new no-parking zones, all curbs at the 100+ daylighting locations in Emeryville will be painted red. The Transportation and Sustainability Committee approved the daylighting curb painting at its July 8, 2025 meeting. Work will be performed by the City’s maintenance crews, starting in October 2025, and is expected to be completed by Summer 2026.
Please note that even if a curb is not painted red, parking is still prohibited in daylighting zones. Be on the lookout for the A-frame signs with “No Parking” and informational signage about daylighting that will be posted several days ahead of the painting work.
For more information, visit the City’s Daylighting Program website: https://www.emeryville.org/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Daylighting
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Shellmound Street Gas Main Project Underway
Published on September 02, 2025
PG&E has started its gas main replacement project along Shellmound Street which is anticipated for completion in November 2025.
Daytime traffic will be impacted on Shellmound Street between Ohlone Way and Powell Street between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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
Jacob Cordova
Senior Customer Outreach Specialist
(510) 773-7490
City News & Activity Guide for Fall 2025
Published on August 29, 2025
Explore a wide variety of programs, classes, and events 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 – Fall 2025
Stay active, get involved, and make the most of your fall with the City of Emeryville!
Construction Advisory: Intersection of Powell and Hollis
Published on August 22, 2025
The City’s Sustainable Streetscapes Contractor is working at and around the intersection of Powell and Hollis Streets. Work being performed includes the removal of the slip lane and island at the southwest corner of the intersection, relocation of traffic signals and appurtenances, installation of a curb extension or bulbout at the southeast corner of the intersection, construction of enlarged public plaza paving and landscaping and the installation of green infrastructure facilities to comply with clean water requirements.
During certain construction activities, the signal at the Powell and Hollis intersection may need to be placed in “flashing mode” for everyone’s safety. Vehicles approaching the traffic signal in flashing mode must treat the intersection as a four-way stop.
Also, during construction the Emeryville Greenway at the plaza adjacent to Honor Kitchen will be inaccessible for the duration of the work at the southwest corner of the Powell and Hollis intersection. Bicyclists should consider bikeways on 59th to Horton or Doyle to Stanford as alternatives.
Construction at this intersection is expected to last approximately five weeks, expect delays while traveling through the intersection and consider taking alternate routes if possible. We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your continued patience and cooperation in making our streets safer.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Free Shuttle Service From The Emery to West Oakland BART Station
As part of the Sherwin Williams Redevelopment Project ("The Emery") community benefits, the developer has funded a shuttle from the project site to the West Oakland BART station. This free shuttle is available for everyone and is operated by the Emery Go-Round.
For the latest schedule information, visit Transportation | The Emery (liveattheemery.com)