The City of Hayward is an exceptional place to live, work, and play. Located in the heart of the Bay Area, Hayward offers a vibrant community, beautiful open spaces, and a bustling downtown. With a population of 150,000 residents and a thriving education sector with 65,000 students, Hayward provides a range of resources and services to meet the needs of its residents.

For residents, Hayward offers housing options, utilities, emergency and safety services, transportation, arts and leisure activities, and opportunities to get involved in the community. The city is committed to promoting equity and inclusion, serving senior citizens, and providing paratransit services. Businesses thrive in Hayward, as it is a business-friendly city with numerous opportunities for growth.

The city offers support for starting and running businesses, incentives and resources for developers, and a business directory. Hayward is open for business and ready to partner with entrepreneurs to build something great together. Accessing city services is made easy with Hayward's user-friendly website.

From reporting issues like graffiti or abandoned cars to making payments and obtaining permits, Hayward is dedicated to providing accessible and efficient services to its residents. The City of Hayward operates under a council-manager form of government, combining strong civic leadership with managerial expertise to serve the public. The government works tirelessly to drive Hayward forward and ensure the city's growth and prosperity.

Hayward is also committed to preserving and strengthening its environment, with resources for going green and promoting sustainability at home, work, and in the community. Visit Access Hayward, the city's online tool, to connect with the people, services, and resources that make Hayward great. Whether you have a problem to report, questions to ask, or suggestions to make, Access Hayward is here to serve you.

Download the Access Hayward app for easy access on your mobile phone