Publications issued by the Public Ethics Commission
How Money in Oakland Politics Creates and Perpetuates Disparities Across Income and Race
Published in 2020
The Public Ethics Commission reviewed Oakland City government transparency in 2013-14 to assess the City’s performance, highlight progress made to open up City government data, records, and processes, and identify recommendations for continued improvement toward a more open government.
Ensuring Ethical and Transparent Issuing of City Tickets. Published 2017.
Understand the requirements of the Oakland Campaign Reform Act. Updated 2022
Guide to the Limited Public Financing Program for District City Council candidates explaining program requirements and application process. Updated 2022
A guide to lobbying rules and disclosure requirements under the Lobbyist Registration Act. Updated 2022