Alameda PostCast

In Episode 67, Scott's topics include: Alameda Police release some details on the August 5th fatality at the Civic Center Parking Garage, Alameda Point dominates the episode with big art , new leadership , a water rescue , potential wetlands help and a new shuttle service. The Alameda Animal Shelter needs donations of pet food. If you’re not happy with your property tax assessment, we’ve got...

In Episode 66, Scott's topics include: The Alameda Police Department’s statistics for July show improvement, but a viral on-line challenge is raising some concerns . The public is invited to comment on proposed changes to the Capital Improvement Plan that allows landlords to pass improvement costs on to tenants, Bay Farm School starts the year with a brand new building , as improvements to th...

In Episode 65, Scott's topics include: the third major fire in 5 years at Schnitzer Steel in Oakland sends acrid smoke across the island, the Alameda Police department updates last month’s discovery of a body on Bay Farm Island, and arrests two women in the wake of a brazen robbery in June, last weekend Alameda experienced two untimely deaths , two sinkholes in a span of three days shut down...

In Episode 64, Scott's topics include:  A sinkhole on Lincoln shuts down water and traffic , Mia Bonta’s first piece of legislation for this session was signed into law by Governor Newsom, and it helps break a logjam over a neglected piece of Alameda property , APD welcomes new officers , the algae bloom is back , Karin Jensen follows up on the question of city loans to private businesses , a...

In Episode 63, Scott's topics include: If you think car thefts are on the rise in Alameda, you’re right, Alameda property owners should expect their property tax assessment any day now, the city is looking for your input on a proposed 3rd dog park , an Alameda hotel is serving the unhoused as a much needed medical shelter, an innovative puppet show is headed to Jean Sweeney, and Alameda’s spo...

In Episode 62, Scott's topics include: The City Council approves three major items , the changes in Encinal Avenue traffic patterns are in place, Dr. Jennifer Levine makes headlines for a couple of big reasons , quite a bit of Alameda-related sports news, the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter would like you to take a walk , and celebrate Bay Area radio this weekend. Plus local events of i...

In Episode 61, Scott's topics include: Looks like warmer weather is headed our way this weekend, the Planning Board approves an additional 41 housing units for the Alameda Marina Master Plan, the City Council has a full agenda on Tuesday , look for some intersections along Central Avenue to get a major upgrade,   some minor changes coming to the Ferry boarding process next month , and one of...

In Episode 60, Scott's topics include: The nation’s longest 4th of July Parade showcased the best of Alameda, but some absences raised questions, automated license plate readers contribute to another arrest, a new technology promises to make wind energy safer for birds of prey, if you’re looking for a new furry friend, this is your weekend , Bryan Woo returns to the bay and makes quite the im...

In Episode 59, Scott's topics include: the Planning board reviews an ambitious 5-year public arts plan , Alameda is in the running for a major arts grant , more details and more players in the rash of catalytic converter thefts , Alameda Recreation and Parks has a new director , warmer weather is headed our way, the 4th of July Parade is this Tuesday , the Bay Farm biotech boom continues, and...

In Episode 58, Scott's topics include: The City Council approves a budget for the next two fiscal years , a new study examines the root causes of homelessness in California, two Alameda organizations are actively addressing food insecurity , Alameda Police are involved in breaking up a major catalytic converter theft ring, a surefire way to avoid catalytic converter theft is on display at Ala...

In Episode 57, Scott's topics include: Work has begun on the Encinal Avenue repave. Up next: Sewer line replacement on Santa Clara . Fee increases are on the way for both EBMUD and the Ferry, Firebrand opens a new café, the Portola Festival promises to be a better neighbor this year, the Wolves and the Anchors continue their winning ways, support your neighbor by supporting a big Hollywood fi...

In episode 56, Scott's topics include: The proposed changes to Grand Street are changing again , and the reactions are mixed, Mia Bonta updates the City Council on her accomplishments and looks ahead to the future, Alameda cafes join an innovative reusable cup program , Island High School’s Fab Lab creates a project to help deaf and hard of hearing children , an Alameda High School Alum gets...

In Episode 55, Scott's topics include: Police Chief Nishant Joshi sat down with Post publisher Adam Gillitt to discuss the role of Data-driven policing here in Alameda , this past weekend, 3,000 people showed up to an unpermitted car show at Alameda Point, and APD has opened up applications for the 2023 Community Police Academy. Wise guys and whiskey-Alameda author and TCM host Eddie Muller g...

In Episode 54, Scott's topics include: The planning board approves a 478-unit development on Alameda Point , the proposed Estuary shuttle is dead in the water for this year, changes may be coming to the dining parklets along Park and Webster , the public workshop on changes to Grand Street is Wednesday , Chevron cleans up their act, EBMUD celebrates 100 years, congratulations to a few local s...

In Episode 53, Scott's topics include: The city is looking for your input on the proposed changes to Grand Street , South Shore Renters get a reprieve , Studio 23 celebrates 10 years , The FoodBank Players continue their tour of Alameda’s parks , congratulations to Faction Brewing on a couple of big wins, and Alameda is set to welcome a 116-year old guest. Plus, events of interest this weeken...

In this week's episode, Scott's topics include: The Planning Board approves a 309-unit low income housing development for Alameda Point , South Shore residents are not happy with rent increases due to construction , a pair of shootings leaves no one injured , the Portola festival is coming back and Alamedans wonder if the noise will return as well, if your allergies seem worse, you’re no...

In this special extended episode, Scott talks with Alisa Rasera and John Brennan from The Alameda Warming Shelter.  Support the show • AlamedaPost.com • Podcast • Events • Contact • • Facebook •  Instagram • Threads • BlueSky • Reddit • Mastodon • NextDoor • TikTok • YouTube • Apple News •

In Episode 51, Scott's topics include: the City Council spends time reviewing priorities for a three year strategic plan , Corica Park’s North Course is about to get a major upgrade , the recent discussions on Earthquake risks cast a shadow on a proposed Veteran’s facility , electrification is coming to the ferry fleet , and maybe to big rigs in California, and an Alameda author and an Alamed...

In Episode 50, Scott's topics include: Going, going, gone- The Oakland A’s are set to follow the Raiders to Vegas , Wednesday marked the second anniversary of the death of Mario Gonzalez , the City Council approves a plan to increase safety along the Lincoln Avenue/Marshall Way/Pacific Avenue Corridor , a new park is in the works near Alameda Landing , this winter’s rains have brought abundan...

In Episode 49, Scott's topics include: AC Transit sets an end date for Line 78 to Seaplane Lagoon , EBMUD takes a major step to secure the island’s water supply , the City Council is set to discuss tenants at Alameda Point , Alameda High triumphs in the Willie Stargell tournament, Alameda Unified School District’s teacher of the year is right here on the island , and Dignity Village is set to...

In Episode 48, Scott's topics include: The city council approves the purchase of additional AR-15 rifles for the Alameda Police Department . This week also saw one of the first publicized uses of the department’s automated license plate reader system . The Mayor delivers her State of the City address , and cuts a couple of ceremonial ribbons , learn about the farm history of Bay Farm Island ,...

In Episode 47, Scott's topics include: The Friends of The Alameda Animal Shelter invite you to check out their newly renovated facility , could rail transit return to the island? , the Alameda Point harbor seals are making a splash in the Big Apple , we’re finally drying out, but the latest atmospheric river pushes the Sierra snowpack into record territory, a sad ending to an Alameda missing...

In Episode 46, Scott's topics include: A busy City Council meeting brings agreements and disagreements on topics ranging from traffic improvements to police recruiting, Tuesday’s storm brought high winds, downed trees, lots of work for city crews , and a combination of good news and bad news for our resident bald eagles . Low cost loans are available if you or your business were affected by t...

In Episode 45, Scott's topics include: Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise , California salmon in off the menu this season , the latest round in the battle between gig workers and business , a push to get college students signed up for the CalFresh program , another great walking history tour , you could see the Green Hornet on the USS Hornet , and a beloved eatery reopens Saturday . P...

In Episode 44, Scott's topics include: The Pineapple Express is back and causing disruptions around the area, the city council discusses the vision for the Reuse area on Alameda Point, the Oakland City Council looks to ban the practice of living aboard boats anchored in the Estuary ,  High School Theater season is in full swing , the Post’s events calendar is officially recognized as Alameda’...