A Fourth of July reminder that the Union City Police and Fire departments will be issuing citations to property owners and tenants who allow the use of illegal fireworks on their property or property under their control. Fines of up to five hundred dollars could result. The City allows the use of "safe and sane" fireworks from 8:00a.m., Tuesday, July 1 until 10:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3.  On July 4th, fireworks may be used from 8:00 a.m. through 11:00 p.m.  No fireworks of any kind are permitted east of Mission Blvd., in City Parks or City Streets, at any time.

More fireworks information

Back by popular demand, it's the Summer Concert Series and Farmers Market. Every Saturday between June 21 and August 23, Old Alvarado/Cesar Chavez Park will be the place to be for great sounds, healthy fresh produce and a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Click on the following link to view the list of musicians lined up for this year's concert series.

Bring the whole family to the Dan Oden Swim Complex to enjoy a night at the pool. Join us for swimming, games, food, music and fun. You can register at the pool on or before June 27th. For more information and registration form, click on Family Night Out.

On Saturday, June 28th from Noon to 3:00 pm, Union City Leisure Services and Green Oak Developmental Centers will be having their first annual health and fitness expo for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. The expo is being held at the Union City Sports Center. For more info call (510) 675-5494

Tuesday, August 5th is National Night Out in Union City and across the country. Residents are encouraged to join with their neighbors to have a neighborhood block party, ice cream social or other outdoor event to build neighborhood spirit and unity – which is the first defense against crime. Research shows that when neighbors know each other and look out for each other crime goes down.

Union City's annual Sharing the Arts show is all set for June 7th through July 12th. Paddy's Coffee House in the Old Alvarado district will once again showcase beautiful and inspiring work by local artists. Items on display we be available for sale. A very special reception is planned for Friday, July 11th at 7:00 pm.

The City Council of the City of Union City is seeking qualified individuals to serve on the Senior Commission. To qualify for these voluntary positions, applicants must be at least eighteen years of age and a resident of Union City. If you are interested in serving, please click go to Union City's Commissions page.

"Tie the knot" at City Hall. Call to make an appointment and we'll provide an official deputy marriage counselor to perform your civil marriage ceremony. You must bring a marriage license issued by Alameda County, picture IDs, and a check or money order for $50, made payable to the City of Union City.

Enter the Fourth Annual Paddy’s Film Festival! This film festival is open to all aspiring film makers who would like to share their work. The festival is open to all themes, which include but are not limited to documentary, animation, comedy, drama, foreign, etc. There is no fee to enter. Films will be shown on Friday evenings during the month of September.

You can help plan Union City's 50th Anniversary Celebration for the year 2009. Organizing committees meet monthly to coordinate over 10 major events for the biggest birthday party in the history of the City. Everyone is welcome, so come and join the fun! For more information, visit www.unioncity50.com

Abandoned shopping carts are an eyesore to Union City neighborhoods and can be dangerous to the children who play in and around them. We need your help to keep Union City beautiful. Please do not remove shopping carts from parking lots of local stores and report abandoned carts on city streets and sidewalks by calling (510) 675-5308.

Union City Leisure Services is now accepting applications for full scholarships to the Club Une afterschool program. Scholarships are available only for eligible low income students from Barnard White, Cesar Chavez and Alvarado middle schools. Applications will be processed on a first come/first served basis, and will be accepted at Kennedy Community Center, Holly Community Center and City Hall.
How to Apply for Club Une Scholarship

So you can't afford the $2.7 million it costs for 30 seconds of commercial time on the Super Bowl? Well, have we got a deal for you! For the bargain price of only $25 per week, you can advertise your upcoming event with a banner display at one of Union City's busiest intersections.

Union City Leisure Services is now accepting registration for its summer camps online, by mail or by fax.If you have any questions about the summer day camp program, feel free to call 510-675-5642.

BART riders from the Union City and Fremont areas continue to experience delays as a result of the recent fires at BART's Hayward train yard. Crews continue to make repairs to the damaged equipment, but a date for full restoration of service remains uncertain. Click on the following link for the very latest information from BART.

BART update

A groundbreaking ceremony in Union City celebrated the the construction of what’s being billed as a future “transportation hub for the region and landmark for the City.” Years in the planning, the vision for the Union City Intermodal Station is that of a key connection point for commuters and other travelers -- a point where they will be able to board and transfer between BART, passenger rail (Capitol Corridor, Dumbarton Rail, ACE) and bus (AC Transit and Union City Transit) services.