Candidates and Campaigns

Campaign Communication Rules

The City of Oakland and the State of California have rules about what must be included in campaign and political communications.

Campaign Treasurer Information

Starting Your Campaign

Follow this step-by-step checklist for candidates preparing to run for office.

Terminate Your Campaign

After the election, campaign committees must fully account for their financial activity before closing the account.

When to File Campaign Statements

Reporting Your Campaign Finances

Prohibition on Contractor Contributions

Delinquent Campaign Filers

How Much Public Financing Money Is Available?

This page provides information about the amount of public funds available to candidates participating in the Limited Public Financing Program.

Candidate and Treasurer Training

Campaign Contribution Limits