Running a Business
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The City of Hayward's Economic Development division is your concierge for the business community. Our team is here to assist you with site selection resources, connection to local suppliers and other key information you need to keep your business running strong.
Below, we have put together a list of contact numbers and weblinks for resources we think will be most beneficial to you as a business owner. If there are any other issues or questions you may have, please give us a call. The Economic Development team is here to assist.
Contact Economic Development at (510) 583-5540 or email us at EconomicDev@hayward-ca.gov to get started.
Key Resources
EMERGENCY CALLS, Police, Fire, Medical………………………………911
Agency Name and Description | Phone Number |
Access Hayward – report problems, request services, ask questions |
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Alameda County Health – Environmental protection, food safety | 510-567-6700 |
Alameda County Workforce Development Board – Employee Hiring, Training, and Layoff assistance | 510-259-3842 |
Alcohol Beverage Control – State licensing for Bars, Restaurants, special events to serve alcoholic beverages | 925-655-6314 |
Building Permits – City of Hayward permitting for building improvements including electrical, structural, and plumbing. | 510-583-4136 |
Business License – City of Hayward new and renewal of business licenses. | 510-583-4622 |
California Employment Development Department – State of California resources for employers and employees. | Use link for service specific phone numbers |
Code Enforcement – health and safety, graffiti, trash | 510-583-4143 |
East Bay Small Business Development Center – Business support classes and assistance | 510-885-4801 |
Economic Development – City of Hayward Concierge for the Business Community. | 510-583-5540 |
Homeless Services – City of Hayward Community Services Division | 510-583-4250 |
PG&E Commercial Services – Commercial electricity and gas services | 1-800-468-4743 |
Small Business Administration – Funding, counseling, federal contracting and disaster recovery | 415-744-6820 |
Solid Waste and Recycling – City of Hayward Utilities Division | 510-583-4700 |
State Franchise Tax Board – State Tax Filing | 1-800-852-5711 |
StopWaste.org Green Business Certification – Recognition of businesses utilizing green efforts. | 510-891-6500 |
Waste Management – Trash and Recycling Services | 510-537-5500 |
Water Billing and Service – City of Hayward water service and billing. | 510-583-4600 |
