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95th & International Will Yield 55 New Below-Market Rate Apartments and Continued Promise Along International Boulevard Corridor

The City of Oakland released the following statement regarding the findings of an investigation into use of social media accounts by Oakland police officers.

Vaccination proof required by October 15

$900,000 Grant will embed 12 Cultural Strategists in City Departments

Oakland City Administrator Ed Reiskin announced today the appointment of G. Harold Duffey as the new Oakland Public Works Director effective July 26, 2021.

City is taking a cautious, thoughtful, safe, and equitable approach to re-opening

While there is currently no set date for resuming in-person counter service, the Planning & Building Department will continue to offer the following online and over-the-phone services.

Yesterday, Oakland City officials, community leaders, and community members came together to highlight the occupancy status of the Lake Merritt Lodge. The City established Lake Merritt Lodge as a site for emergency COVID-19 response housing, intended to keep our most vulnerable homeless community members safe. The 92-unit building is now at full occupancy.

Today, the City of Oakland’s Cultural Affairs Division announced Ms. Ayodele Nzinga has been selected as the inaugural Oakland Poet Laureate.

Application Deadline for Neighborhood Voices Individual Artist Projects, Neighborhood Voices Organization Projects, and Organizational Assistance Grants is July 15