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PG&E’s power shutoff schedule remains in place, with the shutoff in Oakland slated to begin at 8 pm. It may take up to two hours for the process to be completed.

PG&E just informed the City of Oakland that its de-energize schedule has changed due to changing weather conditions.

October 9, 2019 --10 a.m. update from the City of Oakland on the PG&E Public Safety Planned Shutoff

PG&E has announced that due to forecasted strong, dry, gusty winds and extreme fire danger, it plans to proactively turn off power and implement a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS). PG&E has notified Alameda County that the anticipated power shutoff will begin at 12 noon tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9, not 12 midnight tonight as originally announced.

Due to conditions that lead to wildfire risk PG&E confirmed they will turn off power after midnight. PG&E has released what regions and cities could be impacted, including the Oakland hills. We realize this is concerning to many of our constituents and we are working closely with the City, PG&E, and the Oakland Fire Department to ensure Oakland residents are safe and prepared.

On Wednesday, October 23, 2019. I will host a Community Engagement Meeting with residents of the Allendale neighborhood to discuss and share ideas for a new tot lot at the Allendale Recreation Center. Oakland Public Works staff will present conceptual designs, provide interactive workshops, and answer questions pertaining to the tot lot. The deadline for residents to complete a hard copy or online survey is September 28th.

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Currently the city is working closely with the Oakland A’s to potentially develop a new stadium at Howard Terminal. Councilmember Sheng Thao is committed to working with the City of Oakland, Oakland A’s, and Alameda County to ensure an equitable agreement is made around the future of the Oakland A’s, the Oakland Coliseum, and the potential Howard Terminal development.

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The city has completed several rapid-response traffic safety improvements at Garfield Elementary, following a recent pedestrian death. In partnership with the school community, our office also worked with OakDOT to canvas the neighborhood, informing neighbors about the new changes and encouraging drivers to slow down. Our hearts continue to be with Ms. Truong’s family and loved ones and the child who was injured.