October 21, 2009 > Free sand bags for City of Hayward residents Free sand bags for City of Hayward residents Free sand bags for use during rain storms can be collected from the City's corporation yard at 24505 Soto Road, Hayward. Assistance is available upon request to load the bags. If assistance is needed between 6.30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m., Monday through Friday, call (510) 881-7745. After hours, residents must call Hayward Police Department on (510) 293-7000.