City of Hercules

10/23/2026

🇵🇭 This October, the City of Hercules celebrates Filipino American History Month, by recognizing the Filipino American residents, families, business owners and community leaders whose contributions are part of our city’s story.

💛 We honor the generations who have built connections, shared traditions and helped make Hercules the community it is today.

10/22/2026

El Niño: Be Storm Ready!

With the potential for above-average rainfall in California this winter, now is a good time to prepare your home and family for storm season.

Here are six ways to get ready:
✔️ Stay informed with local weather updates and emergency alerts.
✔️ Make an emergency plan and know your evacuation routes.
✔️ Pack a go-bag with essential supplies.
✔️ Prepare for possible power outages.
✔️ Clear gutters and drains and secure outdoor furniture.
✔️ Know your flood risk.

📲 Sign up for Contra Costa County Community Warning System alerts at https://cwsalerts.com/ so you can receive emergency notifications when it matters most.

Stay informed, make a plan and be storm ready!

10/21/2026

👻 HOWL-O’ween in Hercules is coming up with an evening of FREE Trunk or Treat fun and creative pumpkins at the annual Pumpkataaz carving and decorating contest.

Have a spooky trunk or festive pumpkin to show off? Register your entry in advance for a chance to win prizes! 🎃

Drop off decorated pumpkins at the Hercules Community Swim Center on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m., or carved pumpkins on Friday, Oct. 30, from 1:00–4:30 p.m.

📅 Friday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.
📍 Community Center, 2001 Refugio Valley Road

To enter, email your completed registration form to [email protected].

🔗 To learn more about HOWL-O’ween in Hercules and access the registration form, visit https://bit.ly/4zJSn4T

10/19/2026

📣 There’s still time to apply to serve on a commission or committee. Share your ideas and help guide decisions that matter to you and your neighbors.

📅 Applications are due Saturday, Oct. 31. Appointments begin in January 2027.

We’re looking for community members to join the following commissions and committees:
🏗️ Planning Commission
📚 Community and Library Services Commission
💰 Finance Commission
📈 Economic Development Subcommittee
🎓 Education Subcommittee
🚦 Public Safety/Traffic Subcommittee

🔗 Explore available positions and apply at www.herculesca.gov/government/commissions-committees

10/14/2026

🧡 Mark your calendar for Unity Day on Wednesday, Oct. 21, during National Bullying Prevention Month!

Wear orange as the stands together against bullying and encourages kindness, acceptance and inclusion in our community.

Learn how to get involved at pacer.org/bullying.

10/13/2026

Join the ’ upcoming City Council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Hercules City Hall Council Chambers (111 Civic Drive). The public meeting begins at 7 p.m.

Items on the meeting’s agenda include, but are not limited to:

💵 Item 26-245: Approval of a resolution to update the City’s Master Fee Schedule for fiscal year 2026–27

🚓 Item 26-248: Approval of additional funding to purchase a replacement police patrol vehicle

Community members are invited to attend the meeting in-person or via Zoom (Meeting ID: 821 1751 7161).

To view the meeting details and complete agenda items, visit https://hercules.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx.

10/12/2026

🌿 This Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the honors the rich histories, living cultures and lasting contributions of the Bay Miwok, Ohlone and other Indigenous peoples who have long called Contra Costa County home.

🏛️ City offices remain open today.

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

Check out the latest news in the October 2026 Hercules Herald E-Newsletter 🗞
bit.ly/3um6aPE

In this edition:

☕ Join your local officers for Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at 9 a.m.
📚 Shop the Friends of the Hercules Library Fall Book Sale on Oct. 17–18 at the Hercules Library.
🇺🇸 Save the date for a Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial.

Sign up to receive the Herald E-Newsletter directly to your inbox at conta.cc/3FjQGC2 📩

10/09/2026

🌊 Local businesses are bringing energy and flavor to the Hercules Bayfront!

Dream Bowlz helped lead the way as one of the first businesses and the first food establishment to open on the Bayfront. Today, the family-owned café serves açaí bowls, smoothies and more.

Right next door, HŌM Coffee brings the community together over specialty coffee, tea, matcha and pastries. ☕

Together, these local businesses are helping the Hercules Bayfront grow into a vibrant community destination. 💙

📍 Visit HŌM Coffee and Dream Bowlz at 2525 Bayfront Blvd.