Community Newsletter (English - old) - Issue 65 Spring 2025
Save the Date
Do not miss these events that bring our community together!
Mark your calendars and join us on Friday, July 4 at the Livermore Municipal Airport for the City of Livermore’s Fourth of July Celebration! Enjoy music, food and family-friendly activities from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
On Saturday, September 20, help beautify Livermore during our annual Community Service Day! Details and volunteer opportunities will be updated at LivermoreCA.gov/CSD.
Sewer Issues? Remember to Call Us First.
If your home had a sewer backup, what would you do? Many homeowners would immediately call a plumber to fix the problem. However, plumbers charge for house calls, even if they determine that the issue is the City of Livermore’s responsibility to fix.
All buildings have a sewer lateral, which is a small pipe that connects the building’s plumbing to larger pipes known as sewer mains. Typically, sewer mains are found underneath city streets. In Livermore, maintaining sewer mains is the City’s responsibility, while the property owner is responsible for the sewer lateral.
If you have a sewer backup, call the City of Livermore before contacting a plumber. City staff will inspect the sewer main and perform any necessary maintenance at no charge. Additionally, if you live in a single-family home with a permitted cleanout, City staff will clear any blockages found between the sewer main and the cleanout at no charge.
To report a sewer backup, call the City of Livermore Water Resources Division at 925-960-8100 Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 925-960-8160 on weekends, holidays or after hours. Learn more at LivermoreCA.gov/Lateral.
Single family homes without a landscape strip
Single family homes with a landscape strip
Introducing the 2025 Summer Learning Program at the Livermore Library!
Get ready to “Level Up at Your Library” with the Livermore Public Library’s 2025 Summer Learning Program! This exciting annual program kicks off with a community celebration on Saturday, June 7, featuring guest speakers, interactive activities, treats and more.
The Summer Learning Program runs from May 27 through August 6 and is designed for all ages. Whether you’re diving into books, exploring new interests or engaging with your community, there’s something for everyone. In past years, Livermore readers have logged over 5 million minutes. Let’s set a new record together!
Returning participants from past Winter Reading or Summer Learning Programs can simply log in to Beanstack and join the challenge starting Tuesday, May 27. New participants can download the Beanstack app or visit the Library’s website to pre-register. If you prefer to track your progress offline, paper game boards will be available at all Library locations.
All summer long, the Library will host special events, made possible thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Livermore Public Library. Check out Library.LivermoreCA.gov for more details as the date approaches.
eBooks and More Available Through Your Library
Did you know? Your Livermore Public Library card gives you free access to a vast digital collection, including over 10,000 eBooks and 4,000 digital audiobooks across a variety of genres and topics. Read or listen on your favorite smart device, with seamless syncing of your book loans, notes, bookmarks and reading progress across multiple devices.
Prefer reading on your Kindle? The Libby app makes it easy to send library books directly to your device. Get started today and explore the Digital Library at Library.LivermoreCA.gov
Your Tax Dollars at Work
Improving Livermore’s Roads, Sidewalks and Trails
Did you know that a portion of your tax dollars helps maintain and improve Livermore’s streets, bike lanes, sidewalks and traffic signals? The City of Livermore has 688 miles of streets, 40 miles of bike and pedestrian paths, 69 miles of bike lanes, over 100 traffic signals and around 8,000 streetlights—and keeping them in good shape takes planning and funding!
Livermore’s capital improvement projects along roads, sidewalks and trails are funded by a combination of sources, including:
Measure B & Measure BB – Two half-cent sales taxes approved by voters in 2000 and 2014.
Local Vehicle Registration Fees – Fees collected when you register your car.
State Gas Taxes & SB 1 Funds – Fuel taxes and registration fees that help cities maintain roads.
Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), known as the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, is a transportation funding package focused on improving the local and state roadway systems. This year, SB 1 alone will provide $7.4 million for Livermore, and the City will invest $6.2 million from Measure B, BB and Vehicle Registration Fees to improve roads, sidewalks and trails.
Examples of projects happening around town include:
New Bike Lane & Trail Connections Expanding options for cyclists & pedestrians
Storm Damage Repairs Fixing areas impacted by the 2022–23 storms
Traffic Signal & Street Lighting Improvements Enhancing safety & visibility
Street Resurfacing & Slurry Seal Smoother, longer-lasting roads
Sidewalk & Crosswalk Upgrades Safer routes for pedestrians
These investments keep Livermore moving safely and efficiently. Want to learn more? Visit LivermoreCA.gov/CIPMap for details!
What is the Daylighting Law?
California Assembly Bill 413
Daylighting is a new California law (AB 413) that prohibits stopping or parking within 20 feet of the approach side of any crosswalk, or within 15 feet if a curb extension is present—even if the curb is not painted red. Drivers may be cited for violations.
This law improves safety by increasing visibility near intersections. When crosswalks are kept clear, drivers can more easily see people walking, and pedestrians can safely check for traffic before crossing.
The City of Livermore is painting red curbs and curb extensions, focusing on the downtown area and over 200 locations near schools, to help identify no-parking zones.
Learn more at LivermoreCA.gov/DaylightingLaw.
Let’s Keep the Good Stuff out of the Garbage!
Twice a year, Livermore Recycles, a program by the City of Livermore Public Works Department, conducts waste audits to assess how materials are being sorted in curbside carts.
While many of our residents are doing a great job, we still find organic waste (like food scraps and yard clippings) in black garbage carts instead of green organics carts. When these items end up in green trash carts, they are taken to the landfill, where they contribute to harmful greenhouse gas emissions instead of being composted into nutrient-rich soil.
To help improve sorting, you may receive a cart tag with helpful feedback on what items go in what cart.
Recycling Cart:
Cans, bottles, cardboard and other recyclables
Organics Cart:
Food scraps (raw, cooked, or rotten) and food-soiled paper
Thank you, Livermore residents, for your commitment to recycling right! Visit LivermoreRecycles.org to learn more about recycling in our City.
KNOW THE RULES
E-Bikes, E-Scooters & Motorized Riders
Place all food scraps and food-soiled paper in the Green Organics cart, not the Garbage cart, so that Binny can work his magic!
Raw, cooked and rotten—all food scraps must go in the Green Organics cart. It’s also the law in California.
What’s OK in the Garbage and what must stay out? Scan the QR code below to learn more.
As the weather warms up, more e-bikes and e-scooters are hitting Livermore streets. But not all electric-powered vehicles are the same different classes come with different requirements, and in some cases, even a valid driver’s license is necessary.
Did you know? California law requires riders of e-scooters to have a valid California driver’s license. That means anyone without one is not permitted to operate an e-scooter on the roadway. Before you or your child hits the road, make sure you’re informed:
• Know the risks: Increased speed means increased danger.
• Understand equipment and licensing requirements: Each class of vehicle has its own regulations.
• Follow the rules of the road: E-bikes and e-scooters are not exempt from traffic laws, including those about bike lanes, sidewalks, and riding direction.
• Be aware of long-term impacts: Citations may affect a juvenile’s ability to obtain a driver’s license in the future.
Let’s keep our kids safe on the streets. Take a moment to learn more and review the brochure at: LivermoreCA.gov/E-Bikes.
Preserving Livermore’s Open Spaces for Future Generations
Livermore is dedicated to protecting the natural landscapes that define our community. Through the Open Space and Conservation Program, the City actively preserves and manages open spaces, maintaining them as natural habitats and scenic buffers for generations to come.
As part of this ongoing commitment, Livermore recently acquired the following:
82 acres at Hartford Hills – Located north of I-580 near Springtown, this property plays a key role in preserving Livermore’s open space buffer and supporting the City’s conservation and transportation goals. It offers potential habitats for protected species, features wetlands and serves as a vital wildlife corridor. By keeping this land as open space, we strengthen the North Livermore Urban Growth Boundary, preventing suburban expansion and safeguarding natural landscapes for future generations.
125 acres near Greenville Road – Part of the Diablo Range, this site provides crucial habitat for the California red-legged frog and tiger salamander. The City is committed to preserving this land as open space while honoring Livermore Valley’s ranching heritage and maintaining ecological balance. Strategically located, it helps preserve the City’s greenbelt and enhances wildlife connectivity, including safe crossings beneath I-580.
These acquisitions strengthen Livermore’s Urban Growth Boundary, preserving open spaces for conservation and ensuring they remain undeveloped. The City’s Open Space and Conservation Program is committed to the long-term stewardship of these lands, protecting their natural beauty for future generations.
To learn more about Livermore’s Open Space Program and upcoming conservation efforts, visit LivermoreCA.gov/OpenSpace.
Livermore’s Climate Action Progress
The City of Livermore remains dedicated to sustainability through the ongoing implementation of its Climate Action Plan (CAP). The City recently released its 2024 Climate CAP Progress Report, highlighting key achievements such as expanding solar energy use, increasing access to EV charging, improving bike infrastructure and enhancing water conservation efforts.
Livermore continues to advance priority initiatives including expanding EV infrastructure, growing the urban tree canopy and supporting wildfire and drought resilience projects.
Learn more about the CAP and how you can support local sustainability efforts at LivermoreCA.gov/CAP or @LivermoreResilient on Instagram.
Caring for Livermore’s Precious Assets
Sidewalks and Street Trees
The City of Livermore is committed to maintaining public infrastructure through its Asset Management Program, which helps preserve and extend the life of more than 550 miles of sidewalks and 50,000 street trees! While the City plays a key role in infrastructure upkeep, property owners also share responsibility for maintaining the sidewalks and trees adjacent to their property.
Who Is Responsible for Maintenance?
In Livermore, sidewalk and street tree maintenance is a shared responsibility:
• Since 1941, the California Streets and Highways Code has placed sidewalk maintenance on the adjacent property owner.
• Property owners must also care for street trees in the public right-of-way next to their property.
• The City of Livermore maintains sidewalks and trees next to City-owned properties.
• The City also supports the community by maintaining sidewalks and trees in residential backing lots—areas where a continuous barrier prevents adjacent property owners from accessing the land behind the curb.
How the City Maintains Key Assets
The City is actively working to enhance safety and protect public assets through proactive maintenance programs:
• Annual Sidewalk Slicing Repair Program –Since 2023, over 6,000 sidewalk defects have been repaired, improving safety and accessibility.
• Annual Tree Trimming Program – Since 2024, more than 2,800 trees have been trimmed to promote safety, tree health and aesthetics.
How You Can Help
Residents can help maintain Livermore’s sidewalks and trees by taking these simple steps:
• Request a no-cost encroachment permit to repair damaged sidewalks near your property.
• Care for your street trees and contribute to a thriving urban forest by planting appropriate species.
• Report hazardous sidewalks, damaged trees, or other City infrastructure issues online using Livermore 311: LivermoreCA.gov/311.
• Coming soon! Request services straight from your mobile device with the free Livermore app. Community members can already submit service requests online, and it will soon be easier than ever to submit, manage and monitor service requests from the palm of your hand.
By working together, we can keep Livermore’s sidewalks safe, its street trees healthy and its infrastructure strong for future generations.
For questions, please contact:
Engineering for sidewalk inquiries at 925-960-4500.
Public Works for tree inquiries at 925-960-8020.
New Business Highlights
Livermore is buzzing with new businesses!
NEWLY OPENED
Make sure to check out some of these new businesses and more!
COMING SOON to the Downtown area:
Don Polvoron 4524 Las Positas Road Livermore. DonPolvoronBakeryCA.com
Kinphed Thai 4086 East Ave. Instagram.com/KinphedThai
New Thai Bistro 51 Wright Brothers NewThaiBistro.com
Tacos Livermore
2181 First St. Urbannibble.com/Restaurants/ Tacos-Livermore
Stampede 1790 First St. Instagram.com/ StampedeLivermore
For questions about new businesses, contact the Innovation & Economic Development Department at IEDD@LivermoreCA.gov
Connect with Us!
OPEN FOR BUSINESS
Here is a reminder to Shop Local as the City completes the following construction projects designed to improve the Downtown Shopping and Dining Experience!
Flagpole Plaza Upgrades
Blacksmith Square Expansion
L Street Garage Construction
While not new, two popular businesses have new locations. We hope you visit their fresh spaces!
AJ’s Family Cyclery at The Well at Sunset 1444 Concannon Blvd. AltamontCyclery.com
Fratello’s Restaurant the Downtown at Hidalgo Little Market 2124 Railroad Ave. FratellosLivermore.com
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