Cultural Districts Draft Program Design Recommendations

The program design recommendations for Oakland-Specific Cultural Districts will be available for review and comment from Tuesday, December 9 through Sunday, December 21. This draft builds on extensive community engagement processes and recommendations from city plans referenced in the document.

Public Comment Form

Members of the public who wish to provide feedback on the draft document are invited to do so by submitting written comments online. Please use the form linked above, or email lleifheit@oaklandca.gov. The deadline for receiving written comments is Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Please note that at the time these draft documents were published, funding for pursuant program grants have not yet been approved. Funding recommendations take into consideration existing programs and designated funds, future funding recommendations depend on funding availability.

Language Access

The City of Oakland offers language assistance services for people with limited English proficiency to ensure meaningful access to the City's programs and activities. If you need language support, please contact the Economic and Workforce Development Department’s designated Language Access Coordinator, Paul Priaulx, at ppriaulx@oaklandca.gov.