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Cover image for Christine Kelley took the gavel as Hercules' new mayor Tuesday night, capping a reorganization meeting that also **spotlighted labor tensions at a major local employer** and renewed calls for traffic safety improvements. The council honored community volunteers, filled seats on four commissions, and locked in its 2026 calendar—while residents got word that rebates from the recent trash strike are finally on their way.

Hercules, CA – City Council – Dec 10, 2025

City Council • HerculesDecember 10, 2025

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Christine Kelley took the gavel as Hercules' new mayor Tuesday night, capping a reorganization meeting that also spotlighted labor tensions at a major local employer and renewed calls for traffic safety improvements. The council honored community volunteers, filled seats on four commissions, and locked in its 2026 calendar—while residents got word that rebates from the recent trash strike are finally on their way.

  • Christine Kelley selected as mayor; Alex Walker-Griffin named vice mayor in unanimous votes.

  • Bio-Rad workers and ILWU representatives urge city support for living wages amid union election.

  • Resident requests stop signs at Bayfront Blvd and John Muir Pkwy after hit-and-run injures dog.

  • Six community members honored with Hercules Mile recognition awards.

  • Commission appointments fill Planning, Finance, Community & Library Services, and Mosquito & Vector Control seats.

  • Republic Services to issue rebates for missed pickups during the trash strike.

The Hercules City Council completed its annual reorganization, selecting Council Member Christine Kelley as mayor and Council Member Alex Walker-Griffin as vice mayor.

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Christine Kelley took the gavel as Hercules' new mayor Tuesday night, capping a reorganization meeting that also **spotlighted labor tensions at a major local employer** and renewed calls for traffic safety improvements. The council honored community volunteers, filled seats on four commissions, and locked in its 2026 calendar—while residents got word that rebates from the recent trash strike are finally on their way. | City Council | Locunity