Oakley Outreach
  The City of Oakley's Weekly e-Newsletter 
 July 17th / Volume 4 Issue 28

City Council Debrief 

At the Tuesday, July 14th Meeting of the City Council/City Council Acting as Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting the Council:

 

  • Issued a proclamation honoring Jeremy "Lumpy" Sturgill
  • Recognized July 2015 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Oakley
  • Heard a presentation by Randy Iwasaki, Executive Director for the Contra Costa Transportation Authority
  • Approved an ordinance amending the Municipal Code which 1) added or modified  the definitions of "fence," "closed fence," " open fence," "structure," "expansion or intensification," "nonconforming structure," and "nonconforming use"; 2) adding language within "yard requirements"  related to providing larger side yards adjacent to garages that provide RV and boat parking; 3) modified language regarding application requirements and duties to review

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City Converting Selected Turf Areas to Drought Tolerant Landscaping 

In early May the City of Oakley Parks and Landscape Division presented to the City Council a Water Conservation/Management Strategies report that provided the framework on how the Division would address the mandated drought restrictions. One aspect of the action plan for long-term water conservation included reducing the amount of unnecessary turf in landscaped areas that are irrigated with potable water.

 

The Division has begun the turf conversion process which will involve various locations throughout the City of Oakley. City Manager Bryan Montgomery said, "Grass looks nice, but often requires significant amounts of water and is more costly to maintain. Removing/eliminating ornamental turf grass in unused and unsuitable areas will save water immediately and money over time." 

Free Mulch Available Once Again Tomorrow

July 18th 

Back by popular demand! Wood chips will once again be available for pick-up tomorrow, July 18th from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the City Yard at the corner of Neroly Road and Main Street (entrance on Neroly). Residents need to bring their own tools/shovels and bags/containers to load and carry the mulch, and a tarp to cover if necessary. 

The wood chips are being offered for free through a partnership between the City of Oakley, Diablo Water District and West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA).

Yoga in the Park Tomorrow 

Join the Oakley Youth Advisory tomorrow, July 18th for a peaceful yoga session at the Civic Center Amphitheater beginning at 10:00 a.m. The program will help melt stress and tension away through the practices of yoga. This is a free program and all ages are welcome. It is recommended for you to bring your own yoga mat, towel, and water.

 

For more information please contact the Recreation Division at (925)625-7041 or visit www.oakleyinfo.com 

Vendors Wanted for the Heart of Oakley Festival 

Vendors wanted for the Heart of Oakley festival! The festival will take place Saturday, September 19th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in downtown Oakley. Vendors have until August 14th to sign-up. To download the vendor application visit our website.


The event will feature live entertainment, gourmet food trucks, wine tasting, microbrews, cultural exhibits, and an art show. There will be activities for children, including bounce houses and make-n-take crafts. For additional information check the event website at www.heartofoakleyfestival.com. 

City Hall Business Hours:
 

Monday-Thursday 8am-6pm and Fridays from 8am-5pm

City Hall is closed the 1st & 3rd Friday of the month