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The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Alameda County from 11 AM Tuesday, Nov. 5 until 7 AM Thursday, Nov. 7 due to strong offshore winds and dry conditions. Please visit Red Flag Warning for more information.

Portrait of William Gilchrist

William Gilchrist

Director Gilchrist has 35 years of experience as a planner and designer. He was director of place-based planning in New Orleans where he focused on the city's design and development strategy. He was previously a senior associate at AECOM in Atlanta and planning director in Birmingham, Alabama.

Title: Director

Department: Planning & Building

Email Address: wgilchrist@oaklandca.gov

Phone Number: 510-238-2936