City of Hayward, Russell City Redress Fund page (read October 1, 2026)

The joint fund’s own page. Verbatim: “The joint Alameda County-City of Hayward Russell City Redress Fund is now accepting applications through Nov. 2, 2026, for Redress Fund payments from individuals and households meeting initial Phase I eligibility requirements.” Phase I “is limited to individuals who resided and personally owned residential property in Russell City between Jan. 1, 1961, and Dec. 31, 1964, and whose property was taken by Alameda County by eminent domain during this period.” Applicants “Submit a completed application and required documentation by email to russellcityredress@acgov.org or by delivering them during In-Person Office Hours.” Lists September workshops (Sept. 16 and 23) on finding property ownership records, and the working group’s contact, (510) 272-6684. The date the window was first posted is not stated on the page.