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Homelessness Initiatives and Efforts Learn more about the City of Alameda's initiatives and efforts to address homelessness.
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City Tobacco Ordinances The City of Alameda does not allow the sale of flavored tobacco and requires all tobacco retailers doing business in Alameda to apply for a City tobacco retail license.
Climate Action and Environmental Sustainability in Alameda Learn more about the City of Alameda's efforts to equitably reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change.
Police Reform and Racial Equity In August 2020, the City Manager appointed a Steering Committee to take the lead in developing a community-led process and work plans to address the future of policing and systemic racism in Alameda. Final recommendations are going to the City Council for discussion on March 16, 2021.
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Alameda CARE Team Starting December 16, the Alameda CARE Team (Community Assessment Response & Engagement), led by the Alameda Fire Department (AFD), will provide a 24/7 alternative response to nonviolent, noncriminal individuals facing a mental health crisis.