Resources

City-Owned Parking Garages and Lots

The City of Oakland's Off-Street Parking Program is organized within the Department of Transportation's Parking & Mobility Division. The program is authorized by Article XXVII of the City Charter. The City uses professional parking operators to operate and manage these facilities with the aim of maximizing their value for the surrounding districts. Hours of operation and rates will vary by location. Follow the link below to a map with parking facility details. For more information, email mford@oaklandca.gov.

Street Lighting

Information and Documents about Street Lighting in Oakland

Bus Shelters and Street Furniture

​The City has entered into agreement with Clear Channel Adshel to install and maintain illuminated advertising bus shelters, which include litter containers installed near bus shelters, as well as AC Transit-provided bus system information.

Sidewalk FAQ

Property owners in Oakland are responsible for repairing damaged sidewalks adjacent to their property per state and local laws. Sidewalk Permits from the City are required for sidewalk repairs larger than 25 square feet. A licensed contractor should perform all other repairs.

Utilities Undergrounding

Utilities lines are being moved underground in some places to increase safety and improve aesthetics

Traffic Signs and Markings

​ We contribute to the public's safety. We install, repair and replace traffic signs, poles and street markings on Oakland's public roads.

Oversight of Measure B, BB and VRF

​The Alameda County Transportation Commission's Transportation Expenditure Plan (TEP) is a 30-year plan that includes strict accountability measures to ensure all funds are spent on approved projects. It requires an open and transparent public process to allocate the funds.

Department of Transportation's Strategic Plan – June 2022 Update

In October 2016, the City of Oakland’s first-ever Department of Transportation, released an ambitious Strategic Plan emphasizing managing streets and sidewalks with the values of equity, safety, sustainability and trust. We have reported out periodically on our progress implementing those strategies and priorities, most recently with the publication of our Five-Year Accomplishments Report in June 2022.

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