Council Votes

Council Votes

Every council and board vote across Bay Area jurisdictions, explained in plain English.

DevelopmentHousing
PassedNotable

Final Tract Map No. 8697 Subdivision Map (Oak Knoll Parcel 9) And Final Tract Map No. 8698 Subdivision Map (Oak Knoll Parcel 10)

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A resolution approving Final Tract Maps No.

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BudgetLabor
PassedNotable

Amendment To Ordinance No. 12187 C.M.S. (The Salary Ordinance) For Council Member, City Attorney, And City Auditor

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A salary ordinance amendment, legislation file number 26-0680, adjusts the compensation for the Council Member, City Attorney, and City Auditor as mandated by the Oakland Public Ethics Commission's Charter.

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PolicingCivil Rights
PassedNotable

Reaffirming The City Of Oakland’s Sanctuary City Policy

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An ordinance reaffirming Oakland’s sanctuary city policy and prohibiting the use of City property for non-City purposes, designated as the "City of Refuge" Ordinance.

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LaborBudget
PassedNotable

Amendment To Ordinance No. 12187 C.M.S. (The Salary Ordinance) For Various Classifications And Exemptions

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An amendment to the Salary Ordinance adds a full-time Employee and Labor Relations Technician classification and adjusts the salary for the sworn Fire Marshal position.

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HousingDevelopment
PassedNotable

Sale Of 319 Chester Street

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An Ordinance authorizing the sale of property at 319 Chester Street to convert a previously authorized two-family for-sale project into an affordable rental project, amending Ordinance No.

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Development
PassedNotable

Amendment Of The Cultural Affairs Commission Enabling Ordinance

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An ordinance amending and reenacting Ordinance No.

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HomelessnessHousing
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Declaration Of A Local Emergency On Homelessness

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A City Resolution renewing and continuing the declaration of a local emergency regarding homelessness.

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DevelopmentHousing
PassedNotable

2) A Resolution Conditionally Approving A Final Map For Tract No. 8698, Located At 8750 Mountain Boulevard (Oak Knoll Project Phase 1 Parcel 10), For A 24-Lot Subdivision Within Parcel 10 Of Tract 8320 As Part Of Property Owned By Oak Knoll Venture Acquisition, LLC; And Adopting Appropriate California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A resolution conditionally approving a final map for a 24-lot subdivision at 8750 Mountain Boulevard, owned by Oak Knoll Venture Acquisition, LLC, and adopting related environmental findings.

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Policing
PassedNotable
Vote reversal

2) A Resolution Rejecting The Police Commission Selection Panel’s Slate Of Two Commissioners, Ricardo Garcia-Acosta And Joey Harrison, To Serve On The Oakland Police Commission

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A resolution rejecting the Police Commission Selection Panel's slate of two commissioners, Ricardo Garcia-Acosta and Joey Harrison.

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HousingDevelopment
PassedNotable

Sale Of 319 Chester Street

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An amendment to Ordinance No.

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Policing
PassedNotable

Resolution In Support Of AB 1588 (Stefani)

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A City Resolution supporting Assembly Bill 1588 regarding sideshow enhancements, recorded under matter file number 26-0864.

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DevelopmentHousing
PassedNotable

2) A Resolution Conditionally Approving A Final Map For Tract No. 8698, Located At 8750 Mountain Boulevard (Oak Knoll Project Phase 1 Parcel 10), For A 24-Lot Subdivision Within Parcel 10 Of Tract 8320 As Part Of Property Owned By Oak Knoll Venture Acquisition, LLC; And Adopting Appropriate California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A resolution conditionally approving a final map for Tract No.

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LaborBudget
PassedNotable

Amendment To Ordinance No. 12187 C.M.S. (The Salary Ordinance) For Council Member, City Attorney, And City Auditor

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An ordinance amending the salary schedule for the Council Member, City Attorney, and City Auditor as mandated by the Oakland Public Ethics Commission’s Charter.

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HousingDevelopment
PassedNotable

Sale Of 319 Chester Street

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An ordinance amending Ordinance No.

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Civil RightsPolicing
PassedNotable

Reaffirming The City Of Oakland’s Sanctuary City Policy

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

The "City of Refuge" Ordinance (File 26-0391) prohibits the use of City property for non-City purposes and reaffirms policies found in several existing City resolutions and ordinances.

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HousingDevelopment
PassedNotable

2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

An ordinance updating Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations for state law consistency, revising D-CO-2 zone front setbacks, and permitting recreational assembly activities in the Wood Street D-WS-9 Zone.

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EnvironmentDevelopment
PassedNotable

Resolution In Support Of SB 954 (Blakespear)

Oakland City Council·Jul 21

A resolution supporting SB 954 (Blakespear) to change the Non-Housing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption.

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BudgetEnvironment
PassedNotable
Tax/fee increase

Leona Quarry GHAD Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2026/27

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

Resolution 2026/01 establishes the Leona Quarry Geologic Hazard Abatement District budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27 and suspends the assessment levy for that period.

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Public Health
PassedNotable

Declaration Of A Local Emergency Due To AIDS Epidemic

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

A resolution renewing the declaration of a local emergency due to the HIV/AIDS epidemic (File 26-0821).

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Public Health
PassedNotable

Declaration Of Medical Cannabis Health Emergency

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

A resolution declaring a Medical Cannabis Health Emergency (Matter File 26-0822) recommended by the Office Of The Council President.

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DevelopmentBusiness
PassedHigh Impact

Oakland Ice Center Lease And Capital Project

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

An ordinance authorizing a lease with Sharks Ice, LLC for the Oakland Ice Center and allocating $10,000,000 in Measure U Bond Funds for a new refrigeration system.

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TransitBusiness
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Bike Share Franchise Amendment

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

An ordinance granting an exclusive franchise to Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for a bike share program, extending the term through December 31, 2032, and authorizing equipment advertising signs.

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HousingHomelessness
PassedHigh Impact

2026/2027 Annual Action Plan To The U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development (HUD)

Oakland City Council·Jul 7

A resolution to accept and appropriate up to $14,674,799.07 in federal HUD grant funds for community development and housing programs during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

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ElectionsBudget
PassedHigh Impact

Proposed Ballot Measure To Reform Oakland’s City Charter

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

Legislation file 26-0692, titled "Proposed Ballot Measure To Reform Oakland’s City Charter," was submitted by the Office of the Mayor.

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DevelopmentBudget
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City Of Oakland V. Steven O. Von Querner Et Al.

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

On June 16, 2026, a City Resolution was adopted during a concurrent meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency, the City Council, and the Geologic Hazard Abatement District Board.

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TransitBudget
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Subject: Reorganizing Of The Parking Division From: Councilmembers Unger And Brown Recommendation: Receive An Informational Report From The City Administrator On The Proposed Reorganization Of The Department Of Transportation’s Parking Division, Including (1) The Rationale For The Proposal; (2) A Fiscal Impact Statement Including Any New Or Unfrozen Staff Costs And An Analysis Of Operational Cost Savings; (3) A Summary Of Outreach That Occurred To Department Of Transportation Staff, The Public, And The Business Community; And (4) Information On How The Change Would Impact The Parking Division’s Collaboration With Other Departments

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

Legislation matter file number 26-0364 is an informational report regarding the reorganization of the Department of Transportation's Parking Division.

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Public Health
PassedNotable

Subject: Declaration Of A Local Emergency Due To AIDS Epidemic From: Office Of The Council President Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Renewing And Continuing The City Council's Declaration Of A Local Emergency Due To The Existence Of A Critical Public Health Crisis With Regard To The Human Immunodeficiency Virus ("HIV")/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome ("AIDS") Epidemic

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

On June 16, 2026, the "Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency/City Council/Geologic Hazard Abatement District Boar

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Public HealthCivil Rights
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Subject: Declaration Of Medical Cannabis Health Emergency From: Office Of The Council President Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Renewing The City Council's Declaration Of A Local Public Health Emergency With Respect To Safe, Affordable Access To Medical Cannabis In The City Of Oakland

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

On June 16, 2026, the Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency/City Council/Geologic Hazard Abatement District Board addressed legislation matter 26-0767.

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TaxesBudget
PassedNotable
Tax/fee increase

Subject: Amending The FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule (MFS) For FY 2026-27 From: Finance Department Recommendation: Adopt An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 13848 C.M.S. (Which Adopted The Fiscal Year 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule), As Amended, To Establish, Modify And Delete Fees And Penalties Assessed By The City Of Oakland For Fiscal Year 2026-27

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

Legislative matter file number 26-0746 was heard during a meeting on June 16, 2026.

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BudgetEnvironment
ContinuedNotable

Subject: Oakland Area GHAD Annual Budget For Fiscal Year 2026/27 From: GHAD Manager Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution 2026/01 Adopting The Annual GHAD Budget For Fiscal Year 2026/27 And Updating GHAD Manager Payment Limits Under The Existing Consulting Services Agreement

Oakland City Council·Jun 16

On June 16, 2026, a concurrent meeting was held by the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency, the City Council, and the Geologic Hazard Abatement District Board.

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Public HealthLabor
PassedRoutine

COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for City Employees

San Francisco Board of Supervisors·Sep 20, 2023

## Agenda Item Summary **COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for City Employees** *SF Board of Supervisors — September 20, 2023* On September 20, 202

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Elections
PassedNotable

Amending And Reenacting Oakland Municipal Code Chapter 3.08

Oakland City Council

**Summary** Legislation matter 26-0748 is an ordinance that amends and reenacts Chapter 3.08 of the Oakland Municipal Code. It was approved

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DevelopmentHousing
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2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments

Oakland City Council

The 2026 Miscellaneous Planning Code Amendments, which carries the matter ID 37309 and matter file identifier 26-0728, is a piece of legisla

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HomelessnessHousing
PassedNotable

Declaration Of A Local Emergency On Homelessness

Oakland City Council

On June 16, 2026, the Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency/City Council/Geologic Hazard Abatement District Board reviewed a resolution identified as matter file number 26-0768.

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BusinessBudget
PassedNotable
Tax/fee increase

Becker Boards Agreement Adjustments

Oakland City Council

Legislation matter 26-0747 "concerns adjustments to an agreement with Becker Boards." This resolution, which "was recommended by Councilmember Gallo," was considered at a meeting on June 16, 2026.

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TaxesBudget
PassedNotable
Tax/fee increase

Measures M, N, C, NN, D, Q, AA, Y, And MM Fiscal Year 2026-27 Cost-Of Living Tax Adjustment, Fixing Rate Of Tax, And Levying Tax

Oakland City Council

On June 16, 2026, a meeting was held regarding a matter classified as an ordinance.

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