City of Oakland California

National Public Works Week 2013 The City of Oakland’s Public Works Agency joins thousands of other agencies this week in marking the 53rd annual National Public Works Week. Public Works Week is a special opportunity to increase public awareness and understanding about the importance of a well-maintained infrastructure for public health, community wellbeing and safety and the essential role public works plays in the stewardship of the city. The purpose of the week is to bring attention to the work of public works and to honor employees who care for the infrastructure day in and day out. The American Public Works Association (APWA) has selected “Because of Public Works...” as its theme for 2013’s National Public Works Week. The theme is about the quality of life brought to communities around the world. We are able to have clean water, safe streets and neighborhoods, efficient traffic and safe clean communities “Because of Public Works”. more »

Oakland, Ca. As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday, East Bay police are urging everyone to buckle up. East Bay law enforcement officials will be lending their support to the 2013 national Click It or Ticket seat belt law campaign and looking for motorists who are not belted. “As we kick-off the busy summer driving season it’s important that everyone buckles up every time they go out, both day and night – no excuses,” said Oakland Police Lieutenant Peter Lau. more »

Oakland, CA — The Oakland Police Department’s 10th Community Blood Drive was held on Wednesday, May 15 at the PAB. During the drive, 37 people registered to donate. more »

Oakland, CA —Today Oakland Interim Police Chief Sean C. Whent was joined by California Highway Patrol (CHP) Golden Gate Division Sector Chief Paul Fontana, Acting Commander Steve Larson of the Oakland Area CHP, Assistant District Attorney Kevin Dunleavy and Deputy District Attorney Elgin Lowe, and representatives from the U.S. Marshal’s Office to announce the recent disposition of the criminal prosecution involving four suspects in connection with the attempted murder of CHP Officer S. Deise, which occurred on July 21, 2012. more »

The Oakland Police Department will be sponsoring a Community Blood Drive Wednesday, May 15. Take the time out of your day to donate. Walk-ins are always welcome. Don’t forget to bring your ID. more »

On April 22, 2013 at 1:181 PM, in the 1000 block of International Boulevard, Oakland Police officers were flagged down by a witness to a strong arm robbery. Thanks to witnesses’ detailed descriptions of the suspects and their vehicle, police quickly apprehended the suspects. Three male adult suspects were arrested in connection with the robbery. more »

Oakland, CA—Today Mayor Jean Quan and City Administrator Deanna J. Santana announced a new executive leadership team of the Oakland Police Department headed by Sean Whent, who has been appointed Interim Chief of Police, effective immediately. more »

Today Mayor Jean Quan and City Administrator Deanna J. Santana announced a new executive leadership team of the Oakland Police Department headed by Sean Whent, who has been appointed Interim Chief of Police, effective immediately. Interim Chief Whent has moved quickly to stabilize the leadership of the Oakland Police Department by announcing appointments to his leadership team. more »

On May 9, 2013 at 12:51 PM, Oakland Police officers responded to the area around Lake Merritt on a report of a robbery that just occurred. The victims on scene were able to provide officers with a description of the suspects, the suspect vehicle, and a license plate number. more »