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Why should I get a bank account?

Why this CEO thinks more startups should move to the East Bay

Oakland typically doesn’t attract hot startups or large tech companies — but AJ Shankar, the CEO of legal tech startup Everlaw, thinks it should.

Wildfire Event

Wildfires are a natural part of California’s landscape -- in the last few years, we've experienced the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in our history. Staying informed about wildfires in the region and in our immediate community is one of the best ways to keep yourself and your neighborhood safe.

Wildfire Prevention Assessment District (WPAD) Agendas and Minutes

Work Exempt from a Building Permit

Below is a list of items that are exempt from a Building Permit

Work for Team Oakland

Youth Employment Partnership (YEP) each summer hires approximately eighty Team Member positions for youth ages 15-18, and approximately twelve Team Leader positions for young adults ages 19-24. Applications are being accepted now!

Worker Resources offered at Oakland America's Job Centers of California (AJCC)

America's Job Centers of California in Oakland provide a variety of worker services including basic information, job search, job placement and training services. All America's Job Centers of California are operating remotely and services are limited.

Workshops

World’s Latest Next-Generation Cold Storage And Logistics Facility Opens At Port Of Oakland

Cool Port is a collaboration between warehousing and logistics industry leaders Lineage and Dreisbach, with additional funding and support from the Port of Oakland and the State of California. This combination brings together world-class cold-chain logistics expertise and steadfast commitment to innovation and community growth.

Written Examination

Learn about the two ways to complete the police officer written examination requirement.

Year One Truck Management Plan Actions Video Update

The following presentation includes an update on the progress of implementing the year one actions of the Truck Management Plan.

Youth Employment Services

Zero Emission Vehicle Financial Incentives

Zero Waste Records

Zero Waste Services Procurement History

The City of Oakland adopted a Zero Waste Strategic Plan in 2006. In 2011 the City began a process of Zero Waste System Design preparing for the expiration of Franchise service contracts in 2015. This page documents the steps the City took in that process from design through the issuance of new contracts. Material is shown in reverse chronological order.