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Oakland Police Commission leadership conflict | The cost of free eggs | How should the county address the opioid crisis? | Rift in local NAACP

Tag: Oakland City Council

Posted inRoad Safety

Speed limits are being lowered this week in several dangerous Oakland corridors  

Avatar photo by Jose Fermoso September 25, 2023September 25, 2023

New signs were unveiled Monday morning by Mayor Sheng Thao and members of the City Council and OakDOT.

Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Here’s what Oakland’s City Council wants to do about crime

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 20, 2023September 20, 2023

In its first full session since July, the council discussed 911, security cameras, walking officers, and more. But nothing will happen quickly.

Five people sit behind a black table with microphones on it and several framed pictures behind them.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland NAACP has been ‘hijacked’ for conservative causes, say some Black community leaders

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 20, 2023September 21, 2023

The storied civil rights group’s local chapter is calling for more police and opposing progressive leaders. Some say this is out of step with the organization’s purpose.

Two police cars double-parked on a street near a cyclist and several other vehicles. Construction looms in the background.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland blew its opportunity for a retail theft prevention grant. What happened?

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 15, 2023September 15, 2023

An understaffed department missed out on potentially millions in state funds, raising questions about the city’s strategy for securing outside dollars.

A smiling woman with a sheaf of papers stands before a podium with a microphone.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland’s financial watchdog reflects on the city’s transformation

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 14, 2023September 14, 2023

City Auditor Courtney Ruby is leaving her job after 13 years. She says the city has changed in important ways.

Several youth in black shirts stand in line preparing to speak at an Oakland City Council meeting.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland finds money to prevent most cuts to Department of Violence Prevention

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 13, 2023September 13, 2023

The City Council’s Public Safety Committee approved an additional $3.3 million to pay for the department’s contracts with community-based organizations.

A group of people lined up to enter the doors of a church. A person holds up a sign that says "safe and livable city."
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland’s public safety debate converges on a tiny corner of East Oakland

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed.Darwin BondGraham by Eli Wolfe and Darwin BondGraham September 11, 2023September 13, 2023

Held across the street from each other, the two events illustrated a growing chasm—and some significant overlap, too—in how Oaklanders are talking about some of the city’s biggest problems.

Smiling woman in maroon blazer gives speech at lectern covered in microphones. Flanking her is a green poster and three other people also in suits.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland leaders say 911 system fixes are coming

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 11, 2023September 11, 2023

The mayor and several councilmembers announced a $2.5 million investment in OPD’s struggling emergency call center.

Posted inCity Hall & Policing

What does Oakland’s City Auditor do?

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe September 6, 2023September 6, 2023

The City Auditor investigates fraud, waste, and abuse. Here’s a list of what the auditor is working on over the next year.

A person standing in a government building in front of a panel of people.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Looking to get involved in Oakland? These city boards and commissions have openings

Close up of woman with long fair hair standing against a drak gray wall by Ayla Burnett August 25, 2023September 8, 2023

Nearly 40 official city committees help make policy and serve as watchdogs, but they need volunteers.

A white stone roof with a clock tower on top.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Who’s running for Oakland City Council and city attorney in 2024?

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe August 23, 2023September 21, 2023

The 2024 election is a long way off, but candidates are emerging in several key races already.

A small white camera attached to a street light with trees, a street, and a lone car in the background.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland’s license plate readers have been off for months, so why does the city want more?

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe August 17, 2023August 17, 2023

OPD quietly shut down its license plate reader system in February, but officials are pushing for more cameras.

Several women sit in chairs in an auditorium. One of them, wearing a pink jacket and hat with a mask, holds a sign that reads "Enough Suffering Fix It Already." There is a folded scooter in front of the women.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

What can Oakland’s City Council do about crime?

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe August 15, 2023August 16, 2023

Residents often look to their neighborhoods’ elected representatives to “clean up the streets.” Here’s how city councilmembers can—and can’t—affect public safety in their districts.

Three men with laptops and microphones laugh and talk while seated behind a dais. Behind them is a large projector screen.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland lobbyists must pay to play, officials say

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe August 10, 2023August 10, 2023

Oakland is making lobbyists pay a $500 registration fee to do business in town, but the Public Ethics Commission wants to cut nonprofits a break.

A man in a gray suit with shoulder-length hair speaks and gesticulates at a lectern. Behind him is a flag.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland’s Police Commission is failing to meet deadlines in misconduct investigations

Darwin BondGrahamWhite man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Darwin BondGraham and Eli Wolfe July 28, 2023July 28, 2023

The commission’s chief investigator says his team is overwhelmed by cases. Blowing deadlines could mean discipline can’t be issued.

A woman wearing a red blazer, black shirt, and glasses stands in front of a mural depicting several youth and a tree.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland City Hall in conversation: Nikki Fortunato Bas

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe July 27, 2023July 27, 2023

The Council President talks budget highlights, protecting Oakland workers, funding violence prevention, and department mergers.

Oakland City Hall's white stone spire rises into the blue sky, partially obscured by the wall of a modern glass and steel office building.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Oakland’s Democracy Dollars delayed, but not dead 

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe July 26, 2023July 26, 2023

The campaign finance reform initiative will be postponed until 2026 due to budget constraints. Supporters are using the extra time to prepare. 

A web of power lines strung around a wooden pole, juxtaposed with the blue sky.
Posted inHealth & Environment

Oakland urges PG&E to bury power lines in fire-prone hills

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe July 24, 2023July 24, 2023

The utility giant is burying thousands of miles of power lines—but not in Oakland.

A group of about 15 people, both adults and kids, march in the street with protest signs and a megaphone.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness

Flooded East Oakland apartment building has cost city $5.7 million

Natalie Orenstein headshot by Natalie Orenstein July 19, 2023August 1, 2023

Residents of Coliseum Connections have been uprooted for seven months. They recently protested outside their landlord’s home.

Oakland Mayo Sheng Thao standing at a podium with several microphones in front of her.
Posted inCity Hall & Policing

Public outcry results in smallest possible raise for Oakland mayor

White man with long hair in a bun, around age 30, stands with his arms crossed. by Eli Wolfe July 19, 2023July 19, 2023

City Council approved a $13,000 salary increase and proposed changes to the city’s constitution.

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