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San Leandro holds first of four public hearings on district-based elections; no action taken
Summary
The City Council held the first of four public hearings on moving to district-based elections beginning in 2026. Council did not take action; staff outlined a timeline and outreach plan and dozens of residents spoke in favor citing the California Voting Rights Act and representation concerns.
The San Leandro City Council opened the first of four public hearings on April 21 to gather community input on establishing city council districts for elections beginning in 2026. No policy or ordinance was adopted at the hearing; the council staff presented a timeline and asked for public comment.
City Clerk Kelly Clancy told the council the city will hold a total of four hearings (April 21, May 5, May 19 and June 2) and is expected to bring an ordinance for final action on June 16. Clancy…
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