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Oakley to Form Municipal Police Department
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Since its Incorporation, the City of Oakley has formally contracted with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office for police services. While officers wear the City of Oakley uniforms and drive City cars, they are actually Sheriff Deputies.
In January of 2014, City Staff was directed to conduct a detailed analysis of the costs related to the police services contract and to explore alternative service delivery models. The analysis has indicated a significant savings by pursuing a City-hybrid model, which would bring the sworn personnel, "in-house", and contact out other services such as dispatch and forensics ( like many other police departments in the County).
Oakley has been very well served over the years by the police services provided by the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office, and Oakley is blessed to be one of the safest cities in California. The desire to be able to afford to maintain and even increase this level of service has been the impetus and objective of the Police Services Study. Through thoughtful study, analysis, consultation, and public discussion this past Tuesday, April 14th the Oakley City Council unanimously decided to separate from the County Sheriff's Office effective July 1, 2016 and form a municipal police department.
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You, Me, We=Oakley! Monument Unveiling Tomorrow
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All are invited to the unveiling of the You, Me, We Oakley monument, that includes a statue, plaques and student artwork. A short program will take place tomorrow Saturday, April 18th at 5:00 p.m. at the Downtown Plaza. Join Project Committee Members (Board representatives from the partner institutions- school districts, community based organizations, faith community and City of Oakley) and volunteer Ambassadors as we unveil the sculpture and student artwork (now converted to ceramic tiles). The children, whose art will adorn the Plaza complimenting the monument, will be specifically recognized.
At 6:00 p.m. folks are invited to walk across the street to the "Roads of Oakley" Art Exhibit opening reception, which will be held in the City Council Chambers at City Hall. The reception will commence with a brief program recognizing the top art pieces.
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Application for Vacant seat on Contra Costa County Council on Aging Due this Monday
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The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a vacancy seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council for the current term which will expire October 11th, 2015. The application deadline is this Monday, April 20th, 2015 at 6:00p.m. Applications will be considered by the Oakley City Council on April 28th, 2015 at its regularly scheduled meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall located at 3231 Main Street, in Oakley. Applicants are encouraged to attend and may be interviewed.
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Science Week Starts Tomorrow!
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Programs include past favorites and exciting new workshops! Science Week activities will be held daily, between April 18th and 25th. For a Schedule of workshops click here.
Participants up to age 18 will receive a stamp on their "Passports" at each workshop they attend throughout the week. At the conclusion of Science Week, participants with a minimum of five stamps can submit their passports at the last workshop or at City Hall in order to receive a special prize; one winner per "Passport." Child care is not provided and some workshops may require a parent/adult supervision. This is a free program and registration is not required.
Science Week would not be possible without the continued support of our sponsors, including East Bay Regional Park District, Delta Science Center, Friends of Marsh Creek Watershed, Diablo Water District, Iron House Sanitary District, Oakley Union Elementary School District, USS Posco, and Harvest Park Bowl.
For more information, contact Cindy via email: coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us or call (925) 625-7044.
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City Council Meeting Debrief
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At the Tuesday, April 14th Meeting of the City Council/City Council Acting as Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting the Council:
- The Mayor issued a Proclamation honoring Kyle Scheer, Drake Sierra and Travis Karbowski of Boy Scout Troop 152 who all earned the Eagle Scout award.
- There was a graduation presentation for the Entrepreneur Training class lead by Dwayne Dalman, Economic Development Manager.
- A presentation was made from Dr. Bob Kratochvil, President of Los Medanos College.
- An update was provided by Michael Dupray, appointee to the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizens Advisory Committee.
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Business Plan 101 Workshop Information Meeting April 23rd
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A business plan is an essential road map for business success. Don't have one? We can help!
On May 9th and May 16th, the City is providing a two-day Business Plan 101 workshop on how to develop a business plan. The cost of the program is $99.00, including lunch. To learn more about the program and get a head start on your plan, attend an informational preview session that will be held at Oakley City Hall on April 23rd, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Payment will be accepted at City Hall in the form of cash, credit cards, or check payable to the City of Oakley. Please call (925) 625-7006 to register. For a flyer click here.
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Entrepreneur Training Program
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The City of Oakley 2014/15 Economic Development Work Plan established the Oakley Entrepreneur Development Program to develop and strengthen Oakley's small business and entrepreneur community. Oakley has over 700 small businesses, also the growth and sustainability of these businesses will lead to future local jobs, future occupation of Oakley's buildings and shopping centers. The different components of the program are designed to address three stages of small businesses: start-up, sustainability and growth.
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City Hall Business Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-6pm and Fridays from 8am-5pm City Hall is closed the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month
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