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Date: 7/2/2026
Subject: An initiative to change Fremont's government may go on the November ballot
From: Greater Niles Village



A major change in how Fremont's government operates is close to being put on the November ballot.

City Council is getting ready to decide about placing an initiative before the voters regarding Fremont becoming a “charter city” rather than continuing as a "general law" city. It's a big change, and just the election entails significant costs. 

We wanted to alert all our Villagers who live in Fremont to this important initiative so you can learn about it and consider attending the City Council meeting on July 7.  You can attend in person or on line: Watch or attend Council meetings.

 
 Public Hearing: Residents have a chance to listen, ask questions, and express their opinions at the next Council meeting on July 7. 

Final Decision: At a July 28, tentatively scheduled special meeting, the Council will make a final decision as to whether the initiative goes on the ballot.

Council Meeting dates:
July 7 at 7:00 pm
July 28 at 7:00 pm

To learn more about it: 
https://www.fremont.gov/government/charter-city-initiative
https://www.fremont.gov/home/components/news/news/1805/1067

Also, you can search online to find several opinion pieces on the subject in the Tricity Voice and the Irvington Voice

We hope you have found this helpful,
Greater Niles Village Board of Directors
 
Pass It On!
Greater Niles Village
PO Box 2021
Fremont CA 94536
510-458-7357