The Discipline Ad Hoc committee is responsible for reviewing and providing guidance on the Oakland Police Department’s Discipline Matrix to ensure it aligns with the objective of fair and consistent disciplinary practices. The committee works to ensure that the matrix, associated policies, and resulting disciplinary actions reflect contemporary industry standards for progressive discipline. This includes recommending updates, possibly reviewing cases for adherence to these standards, and ensuring transparency and accountability in the disciplinary process.
Information and Assistance (I&A) Specialists are available at the Senior Centers to connect and refer older adults to resources like housing, food programs, utility assistance, etc. This service is open to all persons 60+. Contact your local Senior Center to meet with an I&A Specialist in-person or by phone to discuss your individual needs.
Please review this information to prepare for your in-person visit - this applies to both scheduled appointments and walk-in services.
Tasked with conducting a nationwide search for a civilian Inspector General for the City of Oakland, this Ad Hoc Committee will report to the Police Commission before announcing the nominee for the role.
Workshop 1 gives an introduction to the Cultural Strategist in Government Program, ABG Art Group and the City of Oakland's Public Art Program. Sorell Raino Tsui and Kristen Zaremba discuss what permanent public art projects are, and what you can expect from this workshop series. Is public art for you?
Sorell Raino Tsui, Oakland’s Cultural Strategist in Government for Public Art, and Kristen Zaremba, Public Art Coordinator for the City of Oakland discuss the basic operations of the Public Art Program. Learn about how public art projects are funded and the processes behind them, along with key terms you should know when working on City public art projects.
In Workshop 3, Sorell Raino Tsui, Cultural Strategist in Government for Public Art, Kristen Zaremba, Public Art Coordinator for the City of Oakland, and artist Woody De Othello discuss applying for projects, working with consultants and fabricators, and share insights to help artists further navigate the industry of public art.
The Oakland Children’s Initiative is a 2018 Charter Amendment passed by the voters of Oakland to deepen our early investment in children and support them to and through college graduation. It's been a ton of work to launch but incredibly worthwhile!
The Oakland Children’s Initiative has two distinct funds:
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<li>• Early Childhood Education Fund</li>
<li>• College Access Supports Fund</li>
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Today, we highlight the work of the College Access Supports Fund, featuring our diligent Implementation Partner, Oakland Promise.
Thank you for watching!
The Oakland Children’s Initiative is a 2018 Charter Amendment passed by the voters of Oakland to deepen our early investment in children and support them to and through college graduation. It's been a ton of work to launch but incredibly worthwhile!
The Oakland Children’s Initiative has two distinct funds:
<ul>
<li>• Early Childhood Education Fund</li>
<li>• College Access Supports Fund</li>
</ul>
Today, we highlight the work of the Early Childhood Education Fund, featuring our hard working Implementation Partner, First 5 Alameda County, and our Priority Partners, Oakland Unified School District and the City of Oakland Head Start.
Thank you for watching!
Sorell Raino Tsui, Oakland’s Cultural Strategist in Government for Public Art, shares information on how to engage with public art projects through the Public Art Program.
In collaboration with East Bay Housing Organization's (EBHO) Affordable Housing Month in May 2024, the City of Oakland's Cultural Affairs Division and Housing & Community Development Department hosted a workshop to explore the intersection of art and housing in Oakland. Learn from experts from Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA), East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC), and MidPen Housing about successful implementation strategies for incorporating public art into affordable housing projects. Discover how public art can enhance affordable housing projects and create vibrant communities.