Resources

Public Ethics Commission Mediations

The table below summarizes public records request mediations completed by the Public Ethics Commission.

Delinquent Campaign Filers

The table below lists candidates and political committees out of compliance with campaign finance disclosure requirements.

Steps to Starting a Business in Oakland

Listed below are the general steps to starting a business in Oakland. Remember, the staff at the Business Assistance Center are available to assist you.

Lobbying Activity Report Deadlines

Oakland lobbyists must file Quarterly Activity Reports, including for quarters when they conducted no lobbying activity. There are no deadline extensions, and the Public Ethics Commission may assess late fees of $10 per day up to $1,000 for reports filed after the deadline, in addition to other administrative penalties under Oakland law.

Business Tax Low Income Housing Exemption

Other Negotiated Agreements

Howard Terminal Transportation Plan Workshop Boards (January 2020)

The City of Oakland is engaging the community to get input on transportation priorities and proposed improvements related to Howard Terminal. Workshop boards are available in English, Spanish and Chinese below.

Oakland Police Department (OPD) Policies

We are committed to making information available to the public. The links below provide information related to OPD policies, the Negotiated Settlement Agreement (NSA), Occupy Oakland, and other relevant police public information.

Oakland Workforce Development Board Final Local Plan Modifications

The Oakland Workforce Development Board (OWDB) sought public comment on the Draft 2017-2020 Local Plan Biennial Modifications.

What's On Oakland's Ballot? - November 3, 2020

Check out what local measures are on the ballot as well as who is running for office for the November 3, 2020 General Election. *for information on OUSD Ballot Measures, please contact OUSD directly.

OAK 311 to Report Code Violations

Go to OAK 311 or download the app to report code violations like blighted property or unpermitted structural activities or businesses, or check the status of a complaint

Ready for Wildfire (CAL Fire) [EXTERNAL]

This website, from the State of California, offers various services, programs, and helpful information concerning Wildfire preparedness and helping victims.

Oakland Firesafe Council [EXTERNAL]

The Oakland Firesafe Council is a grassroots community-based organization dedicated to mobilizing the people of Oakland to reduce the risks of wildfire danger to people and property through outreach, programs, and projects. Members are residents of the Oakland Hills, survivors of the 1991 Tunnel Fire, open space/park stewards and others working to reduce the risks of wildfire in the Oakland hills. The Oakland Firesafe Council is an affiliate of the Diablo Firesafe Council, serving Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

Contact Oakland Vegetation Management

Contact Oakland Vegetation Management; their comment period for their Draft Plan has been extended to December 12, 2019.

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