City of Oakland Encourages Public to “Give the Lake a Break!”
Weekend traffic safety measures and parking restrictions aim to reduce crowding, spread of COVID-19, and traffic hazards, while ensuring emergency access.
Your actions save lives. Wear a face covering, wash your hands, and stay home when sick.
City Service and Resource Updates
Essential government services are operating. During the shelter in place order, many City services will remain available by phone or online.
- Find out How to Get Tested for COVID-19
- View Modifications, Suspensions & Closures to City Services in Response to the Shelter in Place Order
- Report a problem online to OAK 311
- Find resources for businesses and workers affected by COVID-19
- Find guidance and resources for residents affected by COVID-19
- Learn more about Oakland's Moratorium on Evictions
- Access Planning and Building services online
- Access Oakland Public Library services online
- Watch the Mayor's Town Hall Meetings
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City Officials
Libby Schaaf
Mayor
Rebecca Kaplan
Council President (At Large Member)
Dan Kalb
District 1 Councilmember
Nikki Fortunato Bas
District 2 Councilmember
Lynette Gibson McElhaney
District 3 Councilmember
Sheng Thao
District 4 Councilmember
Noel Gallo
District 5 Councilmember
Loren Taylor
District 6 Councilmember
Larry Reid
District 7 Councilmember
Barbara J. Parker
City Attorney
Ed Reiskin
City Administrator
Asha Reed
Acting City Clerk
Courtney Ruby
City Auditor