From vacant land to rent help and RVs, city leaders’ budget priorities hint at what you’re likely to hear a lot about in the coming months and years.
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Aquí le decimos como tanto inquilinos y propietarios de Oakland pueden solicitar ayuda de emergencia para pagar el alquiler
Si usted o su inquilino no han pagado el alquiler debido a la crisis de COVID-19, es posible que califique para recibir ayuda a través de dos programas nuevos.
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‘Storm of negligence’: Investigators find systemic ethics issues in Oakland’s housing department
Two employees allegedly violated conflict-of-interest and anti-nepotism rules. The Public Ethics Commission says a lack of training and policies is the bigger issue.
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Fruitvale renters sue landlord over ‘atrocious’ mold, rats, and broken faucets
A group of Spanish-speaking tenants claim their landlord is breaking Oakland and California housing laws with dangerous living conditions.
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Here’s how Oakland tenants and landlords can apply for emergency rent help
If you or your tenant has missed rent payments because of the COVID-19 crisis, you might qualify for aid through two new programs.
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Oakland closes a Fruitvale homeless camp, putting its new encampment policy in action
The controversial policy was approved by the City Council last year, but it’s largely gone unenforced.
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How to access your stimulus check if you’re homeless in Oakland
If you do not automatically receive your payment via direct deposit or in the mail, this guide will help point you in the right direction.
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Oakland eyes old Lake Merritt Lodge and hotels for homeless shelters
City staffers say Oakland could use federal funding and an expected state grant opportunity to lease and then own hotels.
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Oakland takes a step toward banning single-family zoning
The City Council voted unanimously to look into allowing fourplexes citywide and removing long-standing laws that officials called “exclusionary.”
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‘Food is love’: After closing its winter homeless shelter, Oakland’s St. Mary’s Center tried something new
The West Oakland organization hopes its emergency services can still lead to more homeless people getting a hot meal and housing.