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Major West Oakland housing development delayed again
Community and environmental advocates still have concerns about the proposed 222-unit Golden West complex.
City Council this week: Oakland considering proof of vaccine to enter restaurants and most businesses
A controversial ban on backyard cottages is also finally heading before councilmembers.
Major West Oakland housing development remains in limbo
The city must decide whether to move forward on the ‘Golden West’ project that would add over 200 housing units next to the BART station, or press pause to conduct an environmental review.
City Council this week: OPD records lawsuit, rent control for RVs
The council will vote Tuesday on settling a public records class action lawsuit and expanding housing options.
What is Treva Reid’s vision for deep East Oakland?
District 7’s councilmember-elect will be taking over the seat held by her father for 24 years—but says she’ll bring her own approach to leading.
Are you a small business tenant in Oakland? Here’s how to get free legal advice
The Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights is offering free advice in November and December to small biz owners impacted by the pandemic.