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Stay connected and subscribe to any one of the categories and topics we offer. Our Announcements list is used to distribute important citywide announcements including meeting dates and agendas, public safty bulletins, street sweeping notification and a variety of other City updates. You can subscribe to get these directly in your inbox or via text message
Weekly Newsletter
The City of Albany Weekly newsletter keeps residents informed and engaged with the latest updates, events, and initiatives in our community. Delivered directly to your inbox on Friday afternoons, it features City news, public meeting schedules, upcoming events, project updates, and helpful resources to stay connected. Whether it's details on local programs, opportunities to get involved, or important announcements, the City newsletter ensures you’re always in the loop. Sign up to stay informed and make the most of life in Albany!
Special Editions
The City of Albany has several special edition newsletters that provides in-depth coverage of timely and significant topics affecting the Albany community. From major projects, economic development and policy updates to special events and emergency information, these focused publications ensure residents and business owners have the details they need when it matters most.
AC Alert
AC Alert is the Mass Notification System used by City and County agencies throughout Alameda County to rapidly disseminate emergency alerts to people who live, work in, or visit our County. AC Alert is capable of sending alerts by voice, text and email, as well as messaging Nixle subscribers, posting to social media pages, and sending FEMA Wireless Alerts (WEA). The County of Alameda and our partner Cities strongly encourage all who live, work in, or frequently visit Alameda County, to opt-in to the AC Alert system. When you register with AC Alert you can provide multiple methods of contact, including your cell, home & work phones, and email addresses. You can designate multiple locations in Alameda County where you want to receive emergency alerts. Additionally, you can sign up for community subscription topics offered by participating jurisdictions.
To make sure we can reach you in an emergency, when you need to take protective actions, register with AC Alert.
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