2022 Media Mentions
Council Actions & Legislative Wins
Non-Citizen Voting Measure
Resolution adopted on the city council’s own motion submitting to the voters at the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election, an amendment to Article XI (elections) of the Charter of the City of Oakland to add section 1107 to provide for voting by noncitizen residents who are the parents, legal guardians, or legally recognized caregivers of a child residing in Oakland to vote for the office of school board director on the Oakland unified school district board, and directing the city clerk to take all actions necessary under law to submit this item to the November 8, 2022 general election.
Celebrating the Oakland Zoo's 100 Year Anniversary
Resolution adopted commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Oakland Zoo
Celebrating Black History and Heritage Month
Resolution adopted in celebration of Black History Month in February 2021 honoring courageous Black individuals and organizations, who through their innovative, groundbreaking work, have promoted positive change and uplift for the City of Oakland.
Appointments for the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority
Resolution adopted appointing members to the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Authority Board of commissioners as follows - appointing Councilmember Treva Reid for the term beginning January 12th 2021 and ending January 14th 2022 to the seat previously held by Councilmember Larry Reid and appointing Councilmember Rebecca Kaplan for the term beginning January 12th 2021 and ending January 14th 2022 to the seat previously held by Councilmember Loren Taylor
Joint Facilities Use agreement
Receive an oral report from City and Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) staff regarding the status of the joint facilities use agreement between city of Oakland and OUSD [title change]
Oakland International Airport Noise Forum Appointment
Resolution adopted appointing Councilmember Treva Reid to the Oakland International Airport Community Noise Management Forum for a two year term beginning April 20, 2021
Honoring Bishop Ernestine Cleveland-Reems
Resolution adopted in memory of Bishop Ernestine Cleveland-Reems, beloved community leader and founder of Center of Hope Community Church; and honoring her life and legacy.
Honoring Frank Foster
Resolution adopted celebrating Frank Foster for 30 years of dedicated and distinguished service to the City Of Oakland.
Celebrating Sandra Taylor for over 28 years of service
Resolution adopted celebrating Sandra Taylor for over 28 years of dedicated and distinguished service to the City of Oakland
Honoring Regina Jackson
Resolution adopted honoring Regina Jackson on her retirement from the East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC) with an exceptional 27 year legacy of leadership and recognizing her tireless commitment to youth and families in and beyond East Oakland.
Honoring Gladys Green
Resolution adopted honoring the beautiful life, empowering legacy and lasting memory of Gladys Green, beloved community advocate and champion for the residents of Oakland and Alameda County
John Madden Day
Resolution adopted honoring the life & lasting legacy east bay legend & global icon, former Oakland raiders head coach, John Madden and appointing April 10, 2022 as John Madden Day in the City of Oakland
Honoring Kyndra Simmons
Resolution adopted honoring Ms. Kyndra Simmons for 20 years of dedicated and distinguished service to Youth Alive!
Honoring The Xi Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
Resolution adopted honoring the Xi Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated on the chapter’s 40th anniversary, recognizing their dedication to the community, and raising $40,000 for scholarships for local students.