April 2015  |   Newsletter
Oaklanders,
I am happy to share with you the inaugural issue of my mayoral newsletter. From here on out I'll be connecting with you at least once a month to share important news about what's happening in our community and at City Hall. In addition, I will fill you in on how we're taking action at the regional, state and federal level to improve Oakland.
  
I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
I also want this to be a chance to share your great ideas, answer your questions and address any concerns you have about what is happening in Oakland. You can reach out via email by clicking on the icon above or through social media. I'm on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also sign up for more regular alerts from my office using our gov.delivery system.
  
WHAT I'VE BEEN DOING
Making our great city an even better and safer place to live, work and play is my top priority. One of the most important things I've been doing is assembling a great team in my office and across the hall in the City Administrator's Office -- with the selection of  Sabrina Landreth as City Administrator and
Claudia Cappio
as an Assistant City Administrator.
  
Read on to find out more about how to engage with me and the City Council as we work to adopt a new two-year budget and learn more about my four priorities as Mayor. You can also take a peek at some highlights from my first 100 days in office.
  
These are exciting times for Oakland and there is a lot of important work ahead where your input, investment and support will be needed. I look forward to partnering as we work to make Oakland better for all.
  
Best,
Libby
THE CITY BUDGET
Learn about the two-year budget proposal I'll release April 30th. 
Let us know what you think! 

FOUR PRIORITIES
I am focused on making Oakland a vibrant, equitable City that grows responsibly.
 
Listen to KQED Forum on April 22 from 9am-11am. I'll be talking about affordability in Oakland LIVE from the Oakland Museum of California as part of the KQED Boomtown Series.
FIRST 100 DAYS
We're off to a good start, Oakland! Thanks for all the support.
LET'S GET READY FOR SUMMER
My office is making sure our kids are ready for summer and beyond by connecting them with jobs through our Classrooms2Careers program. Sign up!
WHAT'S UP AT CITY HALL
Check out the City Administrator's Weekly Report and other great content on the City's website.
Catching up with Mayor Schaaf
Here are some upcoming events I'd love you to attend. 
 
My Straight Talk Budget Series
Wednesday, April 22, 6pm-7pm
Join me on twitter @libbyschaaf
A Virtual Budget Town Hall
Ask questions about the Oakland budget process.

Saturday, April 25, 12pm-2pm
East Bay Dragons, 8731 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621
Budget & Bikes

I'm giving a Budget 101 come learn the basics of the budget process.

 

Thursday, April 30, 5pm-7pm
Linden Street Brewery, 95 Linden Street, Oakland, CA 94607
Budget & Brew Budget Release Party
Come hear all the details about my budget proposal released that day!

 

Oakland Community Budget Forums

Come out and connect with me and your City Council members to give your input on the final budget adoption by June 30th.

May 7, 6pm-8pm, Think College Now, 2825 International Blvd

May 11, 6pm-8pm, Redwood Heights Recreation Center, 3883 Aliso Ave

May 13, 6pm-8pm, Eastmont Mall, 7200 Bancroft Ave

May 18, 6:30pm-8:30pm, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 114 Montecito Ave

May 27, 6pm-8pm, Oakland Zoo Zimmer Auditorium, 9777 Golf Links Rd

 
Talking Tech in Oakland
Vatorsplash is back! It's not too late to register for the April 22-23 event.
  
You can also still register for the Oakland Summit on Blacks in Tech2015 which is May 2. 
OAKTOWN PUPS!
Help our East Bay SPCA by sharing this video encouraging pet adoption.