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Meetings & Events

Spring Compost Giveaway

May 16, 2026

Albany households may receive up to four one cubic-foot bags of WM EarthCare Homegrown Compost™. First-come, first-serve, while supplies last.

Agenda items include: Closed Session - Public employee evaluation; Proclamation; Automated License Plate Reader Program; Business License tax; EMS, ALS, & Fire Protection Tax; Real Property Transfer Tax. See full agenda for more details.

Climate Action Committee Meeting

May 20, 2026

Climate Action Committee Meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of the month (except August).

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Spotlight

Golden Gate Fields Transition Plan

On July 16, 2023, it was announced that Golden Gate Fields will be endi its horse racing operation.

New Street Banners in Albany

New street banners have been installed to decorate our streets and celebrate our vibrant community.

Strategic Plan 2025-27

The Strategic Plan sets goals and priorities to guide City resources while maintaining core governme

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News

Take the Albany ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Survey

Published on April 23, 2026

The City of Albany is conducting Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) rent and use surveys to evaluate usage, monitor rental rates, and gather feedback from renters and owners.

First Wildfire Resilience Workshop Sees Volunteers Pitching In

Published on May 12, 2026

On May 9 we held our first in a series of 4 Community Wildfire Resilience Workshops as part of joint Albany-El Cerrito grant from the Coastal Conservancy.