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Cityhood Celebration a Huge Success
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 The 17th Annual Cityhood Celebration held this past Saturday was a success! The event drew a crowd of approximately 8,000 to 10,000 people.
This family-friendly event brought the community together to enjoy great food, up-beat music, local vendors, and fun activities. Visit our flickr to see event photographs.
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A Message From the Mayor Regarding Fireworks
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All types of fireworks are illegal in Oakley and, like most communities across the State, we are finding it difficult to put any substantial dent in stopping them. Oakley is not unique in the deluge of fireworks. My oldest daughter sat on a hilltop in Martinez, Monday night, with a view from Richmond to Pittsburg and across the straits to Benicia and was utterly amazed with the onslaught of illegal fireworks. In a conversation with ECCFPD Chief Hugh Henderson, he mentioned the economy is truly on the mend, pointing at the amount and the level of sophistication of this years displays.
We did receive numerous complaints and information from some residents, the challenge is covering over 16 square miles of the City. Officers were zigzagging across the City, not arriving in time to actually see someone lighting a firework, which would lead to a citation. However, know that we did confiscate fireworks.
We need your help. While still fresh on your mind, please assist us as we prepare an action plan for both New Year's Eve and next year's 4th of July season. If you know of the exact address and/or persons involved in setting off fireworks, please email this information to the Oakley Police Department at: oakleycrimetips@ci.oakley.ca.us. You can remain anonymous.
With this information we will plan face-to-face visits to remind these residents of the prohibitions and fines associated with possessing and discharging fireworks. With your assistance, this will be a critical component of our action plan, as will other elements that utilize volunteers and additional personnel to better tackle this issue.
Any suggestions for our action plan are welcomed and appreciated. Those can be sent to me at kevin@romick.net. THANK YOU !!!
Mayor Kevin Romick
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Downtown Utility Project to Start July 18th
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In preparation for the City's downtown construction project later this summer, the Main Street Downtown Utility Project will start on July 18th and continue through early September. The project will install a new storm drain system on Main Street from Norcross Lane to Second Street and relocate fire hydrants to make room for the new streetscape improvement project coming later this fall. The utility project work will be performed Sunday-Thursday from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
Starting Monday, July 11th, the contractor will place electronic message boards and signage informing the public of the road closure dates, night hours of work, and detours. Main Street will be closed from Norcross Lane to Second Street and traffic will be detoured around the project using Second Street, Acme Street, and Norcross Lane. City Public Works staff will be managing the work and assist with any issues as needed.
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Summer Blaze's Last Week Begins Monday
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Summer Blaze Camp will begin it's last week on Monday, July 11th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Shady Oak Park, located off Shady Oak Drive.
 The fun-filled program will continue for it's last week with its exciting games, arts and crafts and water games! This is a "drop-in" program for children ages 6 - 11. Parents have the flexibility of bringing children on the days of their choosing. Pre-registration is not required, however a completed registration form must be on file at camp before a child can attend. Space is limited to the first 100 participants each day and costs $10 per day or you can purchase a pre-paid punch card for five days of camp for $45 at City Hall.
Come prepared to beat the heat with a sack lunch, clothes that can get wet, a towel, sunscreen, and water. Click here for a schedule of the program's last week.
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Car Show Vendors and Cars Wanted
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 Join us on Saturday, July 23rd from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Civic Center Plaza.
This show is open to all makes and models of American and foreign cars and trucks. A maximum of 50 automobiles will be accepted, so REGISTER EARLY! Pre-registration is required at the City of Oakley, 3231 Main Street. The entry fee is $25 (includes dash plaque and goody bag). This event will take place, rain or shine and no refunds will be issued. There is also a need for vendors during the car show. Please click below for an application and details.
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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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