◈ Homepage — https://www.alamedahealthcaredistrict.org/Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Home About Leadership Commitment to Transparency Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Affiliations 2030 Seismic Compliance Community Stop automatic slide show About Us Prior to the turn of the twentieth century, care for the sick and injured in Alameda was provided in physician offices, surgeries were often performed on kitchen tables, and chloroform was the most common anesthetic. The nearest hospitals for the most serious cases were in neighboring Oakland. History Prior to the turn of the twentieth century, care for the sick and injured in Alameda was provided in physician offices, surgeries were often performed on kitchen tables, and chloroform was the most common anesthetic. The nearest hospitals for the most serious cases were in neighboring Oakland. BOARD MEMBERS BOARD MEETINGS CALENDAR NEWS & EVENTS FAQS Mission Statement The City of Alameda Healthcare District’s Mission is to oversee the maintenance and operation of, a District-owned hospital and other District-owned healthcare facilities, collect, disburse, review and educate the... READ MORE » District Transparency Our district is dedicated to operating in a transparent manner, and posts relevant financial and operational documents to our site as they become available. READ MORE » About Special Districts A Special District is an independent form of local government that is created, funded and overseen by its community residents to provide services and infrastructure.  They are formed whenever a… READ MORE » Board Meetings Most Recent Agenda JUL 13 2026 Board Meeting SEP 14 2026 Board Meeting NOV 9 2026 Board Meeting COPYRIGHT © 2026 CITY OF ALAMEDA HEALTH CARE DISTRICT 1402 PARK STREET, ALAMEDA CA 94501 TELEPHONE (510) 263-8223 DISTRICT TRANSPARENCY WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT POWERED BY STREAMLINE | SIGN IN ◈ Interior Pages — 10 pages crawledStreamline Streamline Technology for Special Districts Log in Email Password Remember me Forgot your password? Sign in as Streamline staff Affiliations - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation Affiliations ACHD is a membership organization representing the healthcare Districts in the State of California. ACHD works with numerous state and local entities to… Read more » AHS In 2014, the City of Alameda Health Care District (District) entered into a Joint Powers Agreement with Alameda Health System, a health authority… Read more » Hospital Foundation Founded in 1985, the Alameda Hospital Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to generating and managing private donations that support… Read more » Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close About Us - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? 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What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries About Us The History of Alameda Hospital The Early Days Prior to the turn of the twentieth century, care for the sick and injured in Alameda was provided in physician offices, surgeries were often performed on kitchen tables, and chloroform was the most common anesthetic. The nearest hospitals for the most serious cases were in neighboring Oakland. In 1893, registered nurse Kate Creedon deeply believed that the citizens of Alameda deserved better medical facilities and treatment than the ones they were accustomed to. With the support of two physicians practicing in Alameda, Creedon’s employer Dr. George Perry Reynolds and Dr. William Barclay Stephens, began planning the development of a hospital in Alameda. Through her desire and determination, the idea of converting a small house into a rudimentary hospital was conceived. In 1894, Alameda Hospital officially opened its doors to patients in what was formerly the six-bed Alameda Sanatorium on San Jose Avenue. The Hospital was an immediate success and quickly saw a growing demand for services by Alameda residents. A Modern Hospital Comes To Alameda By 1900, the Hospital relocated to a larger building on Clinton Avenue, first as a 20-bed facility, then later expanding to 40 beds. In 1911 and again in 1913, additional properties were purchased on Clinton Avenue for future development as demand for services increased. By 1924, state regulations necessitated the construction of a modern fireproof building. This endeavor exceeded Creedon’s financial resources. So, a decision was made to finance construction by selling shares of ownership to interested individuals. In August of 1924, groundbreaking on this new building began with Creedon turning the first shovel. By October of 1925, the city of Alameda celebrated its 110-bed modern hospital at 2070 Clinton Avenue, a building which today houses physician offices and administrative functions. As one of the first hospitals in the Western United States to have 100% electrical operation, it also housed the first elevators on the island of Alameda. Economic Hardship & Enduring Recovery Following the sudden death of Kate Creedon from pneumonia in 1927, Alameda Hospital faced the loss of its pioneering leader and, like many hospitals in the country, faced the financial pressures of the Great Depression. Despite several reorganizations and numerous attempts to turn the Hospital’s financial status around, steps to institute foreclosure and sell the Hospital properties began in 1939. Fortunately, a group of prospective buyers comprised of businessmen and physicians successfully bid on the facilities and the Hospital doors stayed open. An Idea Flourishes Click + to read more Throughout the next several years, thanks to the smarts of its leadership and support of its community, Alameda Hospital flourished financially and embarked on an exciting era of expansion and change. By 1954, Hospital occupancy was at 92% and a new building, The Stephens Wing, was added, thus bringing the Hospital’s capacity to 150 beds. In 1966, a new wing, now known as the West Wing, was added to accommodate surgery suites, an intensive care unit, and central plant functions. The most significant expansion of Hospital facilities occurred in 1983 with the dedication of a 62,000 square foot South Wing, allowing expansion of almost all Hospital functions. Then in 1987, a 9-bed, short-stay surgery unit was developed and a new emergency department was dedicated. Two years later, a 23-bed skilled nursing facility was constructed on the campus across from the South Wing, which is known today as the South Shore Rehabilitation facility. Throughout the next several years, thanks to the smarts of its leadership and support of its community, Alameda Hospital flourished financially and embarked on an exciting era of expansion and change. By 1954, Hospital occupancy was at 92% and a new building, The Stephens Wing, was added, thus bringing the Hospital’s capacity to 150 beds. In 1966, a new wing, now known as the West Wing, was added to accommodate surgery suites, an intensive care unit, and central plant functions. The most significant expansion of Hospital facilities occurred in 1983 with the dedication of a 62,000 square foot South Wing, allowing expansion of almost all Hospital functions. Then in 1987, a 9-bed, short-stay surgery unit was developed and a new emergency department was dedicated. Two years later, a 23-bed skilled nursing facility was constructed on the campus across from the South Wing, which is known today as the South Shore Rehabilitation facility. Formation of the City of Alameda Health Care District Click + to read more Throughout the next several years, thanks to the smarts of its leadership and support of its community, Alameda Hospital flourished financially and embarked on an exciting era of expansion and change. By 1954, Hospital occupancy was at 92% and a new building, The Stephens Wing, was added, thus bringing the Hospital’s capacity to 150 beds. In 1966, a new wing, now known as the West Wing, was added to accommodate surgery suites, an intensive care unit, and central plant functions. The most significant expansion of Hospital facilities occurred in 1983 with the dedication of a 62,000 square foot South Wing, allowing expansion of almost all Hospital functions. Then in 1987, a 9-bed, short-stay surgery unit was developed and a new emergency department was dedicated. Two years later, a 23-bed skilled nursing facility was constructed on the campus across from the South Wing, which is known today as the South Shore Rehabilitation facility. The closure of the Alameda Naval Air Station in the mid-1990s had an effect on demand for Hospital services, so much so that by the year 2000, Alameda Hospital faced new financial challenges. For most of its existence, Alameda Hospital had operated as a not-for-profit hospital; however, in 2002 the Board of Directors proposed a ballot measure in Alameda that would cause the formation of a Health Care District. The District, which in addition to continuing to operate the Hospital, would levy a $298 per parcel tax on the property owners of Alameda to defray operating costs and capital needs of the Hospital. The citizens of Alameda approved formation of the District and the parcel tax, thereby allowing the Hospital and emergency department to remain open. As of January 1, 2003, all real property and equipment associated with the Hospital was transferred from the non-profit corporation to the District. The parcel tax continues in perpetuity and the District boundaries are concurrent with the boundaries of the City of Alameda. The Board of Directors is comprised of five elected officials, and regularly hosts District Board meetings that are open to the public. Search for Affiliation Partners Click + to read more By the mid-2000s, the Board of Directors initiated a new strategic planning process for the Hospital. While the parcel tax had stabilized the Hospital financially, it wa District Transparency Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners District Transparency Our district is dedicated to operating in a transparent manner, and posts relevant financial and operational documents to our site as they become available. Information Where to find it Contact Information On File 1402 Park Street, Alameda, CA, 94501 CA (510) 263-8223 [email protected] Board Overview Board Members Board Members Board Members Board Meetings Board Meetings Meeting Minutes Archive Board Meetings Board Member and Staff Compensation District Compensation Financial Transaction Report District Financial Information Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in Executive Staff - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Executive Staff Peter Hohl Position: Executive Director Phone: 510-263-8223 Email Address: [email protected] Peter Hohl is the Executive Director of the City of Alameda Health Care District, which owns four health care facilities, including Alameda Hospital… Read more » Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close About Special Districts - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners This item appears on Homepage About Special Districts What is a Special District A Special District is an independent form of local government that is created, funded and overseen by its community residents to provide services and infrastructure. They are formed whenever a community decides that a particular service is needed and wants it to be maintained via local controls. Special Districts are governed by a Board of Directors that are elected by the community or appointed by one or more other locally elected governing bodies. Special Districts are funded in different ways, most often by receiving a combination of enterprise (water, sewer, etc. fees) and non-enterprise (property and parcel taxes) revenues Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close 2030 Seismic Compliance - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? 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Submitting... Submit Thank you, your submission has been received. Securing the Future of Alameda Hospital Alameda Hospital Seismic Update As a vital part of the healthcare system in Alameda County, Alameda Hospital is the sole emergency department on the island and a world-class stroke center. These services are essential for the health and safety of the community, particularly in times of disaster. Following the Northridge earthquake in 1994, California lawmakers enacted a law requiring hospitals to either seismically upgrade their existing buildings or replace them to meet safety standards by 2030. This unfunded state mandate requires that hospitals not in compliance with these earthquake standards must cease operations. Currently, the Alameda Health System (AHS) operates the hospital, while the City of Alameda Healthcare District owns the buildings and is responsible for maintaining their structural integrity, including the seismic upgrades. The District has started the process to meet the 2030 requirements. The planned project has two primary components: Seismic Retrofits : All buildings will be retrofitted to meet the 2030 seismic standards at an estimated cost of $28.9 million. Operational Upgrades : An area in the South Wing will be upgraded to create an 18-bed short-stay Skilled Nursing Facility unit. This will facilitate the timely transfer of acute care patients to a more appropriate level of care, at an estimated cost of $25.1 million. The total construction project is scheduled to be completed by 2028, ensuring that critical healthcare services remain available at Alameda Hospital for years to come. Stay tuned for more updates on this important project. For additional information, please visit the AHS website. (Link to AHS Website) Alameda Hospital Seismic Update Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close Board Meeting - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners This item appears on Board Meetings Sep 14 2026 Board Meeting Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close State Requirements - City of Alameda Health Care District Skip to main content News & Events Contact Us Search: Search Toggle navigation Home About Mission Statement History What is a Special District? What is a Health Care District FAQs Relationship with AHS Map of District Boundaries Leadership Board of Directors Executive Staff Bylaws Roles of Officers District Election and Vacancy Process Commitment to Transparency Authorizing Statute of 2002 Brown Act District Info Public Records Request Process District Documents Meetings & Agendas District Facilities Financial Information Budgets & Priorities Audits State Controller Reports Affiliations ACHD AHS Hospital Foundation 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates Community News & Events Resources/Community Partners 2030 Seismic Compliance State Requirements The Project Timeline Financing Bidding News & Updates State Requirements California Senate Bill (SB1953) was enacted in the wake of the Northridge earthquake of 1994 to increase the resilience of hospitals to wit hstan d future seismic events. SB 1953 was designed to increase the resilience of CA hospitals to ensure life safety over the near term (deadline was originally 2008, later extended to 2020) and resilient operations over the longer term (deadline: 2030). The 2020 standards are designed to ensure that buildings will not collapse in an earthquake. The 2030 standards are designed to ensure that operations can continue as usual after a seismic event. As a part of the 2014 Joint Powers Agreement between AHS and the City of Alameda Health Care District, AHS completed the 2020 seismic retrofit requirements. In 2023 the City of Alameda Health Care District completed plans for a $55 million project which will provide for structural and non-structural compliance with the 2030 seismic standards in all Alameda Hospital buildings that support acute care services. The project also will allow for the addition of an 18-bed short-stay skilled nursing unit at Alameda Hospital to which patients can be transferred following acute care. It will also provide more capacity for acute patient admissions at Alameda Hospital. The planning and approval for the seismic upgrade plans are overseen by the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), formerly known as the Office of Statewide Health Care Planning (OSHPD). For more information about SB 1953 and seismic compliance go to hcai.gov.ca, Seismic Compliance and Safety. The seismic upgrade and addition of the short-stay skilled nursing facility is being financed by the health care District by the issuance of Certificates of Participation (COP’s). See below for details about the financing. 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To keep our community members healthy throughout the year, we offer educational events and wellness programs. We invite you to learn more about our commitment to comprehensive care by attending one of our upcoming events. CITY OF ALAMEDA HEALTH CARE DISTRICT ELECTS JEFF CAMBRA PRESIDENT Please check back later for upcoming events. Copyright © 2026 City of Alameda Health Care District 1402 Park Street, Alameda CA 94501 Telephone (510) 263-8223 District Transparency Website Accessibility Statement Powered by Streamline | Sign in × Search results Search Search Close