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The City of Oakland has learned that it was recently subject to a ransomware attack. The Information Technology Department is coordinating with law enforcement and actively investigating the scope and severity of the issue. 911 and fire and emergency resources are not impacted.

Oakland’s Mayor Sheng Thao has asked current Oakland Public Works Director G. Harold Duffey and former Interim City Administrator Steven Falk to serve as Interim City Administrators after current Administrator Ed Reiskin steps away at the end of this month. The appointments have been sent to the Oakland City Council for its consideration next week.

Applications from community-based organizations are due on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 5pm.

The Plan provides a roadmap for transitioning to a zero emission transportation system by 2045

Upcoming encampment closure enables progress on 170 units of 100% permanent affordable housing

Oakland, CA – On Monday, January 9, 2023 at 3pm, the City of Oakland will host an inauguration ceremony at the Paramount Theater to swear in Sheng Thao as Mayor, Courtney Ruby as City Auditor, as well …

Award will enable the City of Oakland to develop a comprehensive broadband strategy to expand access to the internet for unserved communities

On December 20, 2022, the Oakland City Council passed a resolution that reinstates the mask mandate for everyone ages 6 and older inside city facilities. The mandate goes into effect immediately, with a sunset date of March 31, 2023.

Recognition of Oakland’s pro-housing policies and practices will give the City an advantage in future state funding applications.

Applications are now being accepted for the City of Oakland’s 2022-2023 Cultural Funding Program grants supporting organization programs and individual artist projects.