Emeryville

Emeryville is a city of 12,000 between Oakland and Berkeley — a tiny but economically outsized hub home to Pixar Animation Studios and a dense concentration of biotech firms. Incorporated 1896, governed by a five-member Council, punching well above its weight as one of the Bay Area's most commercially intense small cities.

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Alameda County students in grades 6 through 12, including those in Emeryville, can now apply for free bus rides on Wheels and discounted BART fares through the county’s Student Transit Pass Program, which is entering its 11th year. This program aims to improve transit access for students across the Tri-Valley area, supporting their daily commutes and reducing transportation barriers.

Separately, Emeryville residents may note that the City Council last met on July 7, 2026, with no new meetings scheduled imminently. Looking ahead, the City of Hayward’s AC Transit Interagency Liaison Committee will meet on August 21 to discuss high-impact infrastructure projects, with public comment expected. While this is a regional meeting, its outcomes could influence transit services affecting Emeryville riders. Residents following transit and infrastructure developments should watch for updates from this committee and any future Emeryville Council actions related to transportation or city budget issues.

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