Press Releases

Join us in honoring the graduating class of 2021! You have worked so hard for this moment and it’s your time to shine! The City of Oakley will celebrate… Read more

Get outside and show your creativity with the 2021 Rock the Chalk! Entries will be accepted from March 15th to March 31st. You can enter the contest… Read more

The City Council is currently considering whether to re-establish the Planning Commission as a separate body or keeping the responsibilities of the Planning… Read more

The winner of the 2020 Hometown Decorating Contest is 733 Solitude Drive. You can still use the link below to view a list of all participating addresses. Click… Read more

Mrs. Claus invites you into her home virtually to enjoy story time at 10am on Friday, December 11th. Mrs. Claus will read a fun new story each session.… Read more

Sign up for a timeslot to enjoy a magical visit with Santa on Zoom. Your child/children will have the opportunity to have a conversation with Santa… Read more

UPDATED 12/9- This event has been cancelled due to the latest Stay at Home Order issued by the Contra Costa County prohibiting all vehicle based gatherings.… Read more

It has been a long-standing tradition in law enforcement agencies to send holiday cards to one another. This year, the Oakley Police Department welcomes… Read more

Thank you to everyone who entered and voted in the Halloween Decorating Contest. The winner is 733 Solitude Drive seen in the video below. https://player.vimeo.com/video/471439784 … Read more

Does your pet have a special talent? Spread a little joy by entering your lovable pet in the virtual "Pet Star Talent Show". The deadline is Monday,… Read more

Thank you for your interest in the Halloween Drive Thru event. We are full at this time. Click here to register. For more information, call… Read more

Oakley residents are invited to join the Oakley Police Department and City Officials for a virtual community dialogue on policing on Tuesday, September… Read more

Children grades K-8th are invited to download the coloring page pictured below and then upload the completed color page by clicking here. Judges will… Read more

During these uncertain times, please be vigilant that the information you receive about COVID-19 is accurate and well-sourced. The City of Oakley has… Read more

The Recreation Division is excited to offer After School Camp beginning on August 3rd. This program is open to children grades K-8, and runs from 2:30pm-5:30pm… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a vacancy seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging. The… Read more

The dedicated staff of the City of Oakley have continued to provide critical public services during the COVID-19 pandemic. City staff has done an excellent… Read more

The Community Development Department is closed to the public until further notice. The Building Department will be processing and issuing electronic submittals… Read more

The Great American Takeout asks Americans to join a nationwide Superhero Salute to recognize local heroes like our first responders, medical workers,… Read more

It’s time for your kids to put on their creativity hat and show us how they repurpose, reuse, upcycle to honor our earth! Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery… Read more

The City of Oakley wants to help you connect with fun, educational, and interesting ways that you can stay active, and engaged. We will continue to… Read more

Please be advised all City facilities, including City Hall, the Recreation Center, parks, playgrounds and associated facilities will be CLOSED to the… Read more

The City Council and staff of the City of Oakley invite residents to chime in regarding various aspects of City operations. The deadline to participate… Read more

City Hall will be closed, except for the Police Department from 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 19th until 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 6th. Limited… Read more

Congratulations to the winner of Oakley's 2019 Hometown Holiday Decorating Contest: 733 Solitude Drive! Check out a video of their amazing display… Read more

Oakley’s Economic Development department is supporting local small businesses through Small Business Saturday.  Small Business Saturday is an American… Read more

Oakley Residents Offered Free Wood Chips Need some wood chips/mulch for your landscaping? The City of Oakley and Diablo Water District have teamed with… Read more

Wood chips are available for pick-up Saturday, November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2020 - 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the City Yard at the corner of Neroly Road and… Read more

The City of Oakley and Diablo Water District teamed with West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) will once again offer free wood chips! Wood chips will be available… Read more

The use of co-working spaces have expanded as a viable option in recent years, but some are not familiar with what it entails or the potential advantages. … Read more

The winner of the 2019 Hometown Halloween Decorating Contest is 733 Solitude Drive. Take some time to check out the spooky homes in the 2019 Hometown… Read more

We all know men and women who have served in the military. They are people we admire, look up to and respect for the sacrifices they have made in serving… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging for a two-year term commencing October… Read more

The City of Oakley is inviting residents to participate in the 2019 Leadership Academy. The Academy is a free, interactive civic education program designed… Read more

The City of Oakley 20th Anniversary Committee is selling commemorative bricks to be installed at Koda Park to help raise funds to put shade at the dog… Read more

The Annual Cityhood Celebration is scheduled for this Saturday, July 6th at Freedom Soccer Field at 1050 Neroly Road beginning at 6pm. Parking is available… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging for a two-year term commencing October… Read more

The City of Oakley Planning Division recently held two separate visioning workshops (June 5th and June 12th) as a part of the City’s targeted General… Read more

The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) maintains a standing Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to provide citizen perspective, participation… Read more

Police Mentoring Program Flyer (includes dates) The Oakley Police Mentoring Program serves to encourage FHS students to learn more about law enforcement… Read more

We want to hear from you! Let us know what kind of classes you would like to see offered in the new Recreation Center by completing our brief survey… Read more

The City of Oakley is expanding our programming to include a “Summer Concert Series” in 2019.  We are currently accepting “Applications to perform”… Read more

The Oakley Youth Advisory Council is excited to present Oakley Youth in Government Day. This program will provide Oakley youth the opportunity to experience… Read more

The City of Oakley invites artists to participate in the third installment of the Utility Box Mural Project, in conjunction with the Oakley’s 20th Anniversary.… Read more

The 20th Anniversary Ad-Hoc Committee wants your feedback on what should be included in the time capsule to be placed in the new Recreation Center. Submit… Read more

The celebration kicks off at the Oakley Library on Wednesday, January 16 at 6:30 p.m. with a storytime led by Mayor Claire Alaura and Oakley’s… Read more

Check out the amazing decorations from all the homes that entered the contest this year. You can cast your vote for the 2018 Hometown Holiday Decorating… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a vacancy seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging for the remainder of the current… Read more

The City of Oakley is inviting residents to participate in the 2018 Leadership Academy. The Academy is a free, interactive civic education program designed… Read more

Elementary, Middle and High School students are invited to enter the Heart of Oakley Art Contest. For Elementary age children there are color pages linked… Read more

FOUR STEPS TO TAKE IF YOU FIND A DEAD BIRD Dead birds are often the first sign of West Nile virus  Step One You find a dead bird. What do you… Read more

Are you tired of asking your parents and friends for a ride?  Are you at least 15 years of age?  If so, this class is for you!  This is an interactive,… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a vacant seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging for the remainder of the current… Read more

The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District Board is dedicated to preserving the health and welfare of residents by reducing the risk of diseases… Read more

It's time to develop the City of Oakley's 2018-2020 Strategic Plan and you can help! This important document dictates the direction and priorities of the… Read more

Oakley made another list! According to the National Council for Home Safety and Security, Oakley ranks 21st in an evaluation of the safest cities in California. Oakley… Read more

The City Council and staff of the City of Oakley invites residents to chime in regarding various aspects of City operations. The deadline to participate… Read more

In an effort to promote businesses in Oakley, the City instituted a Shop Oakley program in 2016.  The program centers around a coupon booklet with… Read more

The City of Oakley (City) is interested in acquiring property to allow for the extension of O’Hara Avenue to the north, the widening of Main St. and… Read more

Voting is now open for the 2017 Hometown Holiday Decorating Contest. The last day to vote is December 15th. To see photos of all the homes and to cast… Read more

Main Street will be closed between O’Hara Ave and 3rd St from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 3rd for the installation of the gateway monument.… Read more

We all know men and women who have served in the military. They are people we admire, look up to and respect for the sacrifices they have made and for… Read more

Main Street will be closed from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on Friday, September 8th and Saturday, September 9th between Norcross Lane to 5th Street. The closure… Read more

Downtown Final Paving Operations Main Street will be closed on Wednesday night- August 23rd, Thursday night- August 24th, and Friday night- August 25th… Read more

The City of Oakley is accepting applications to fill a seat on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council for the next two-year term, October 12, 2017 through… Read more

The City of Oakley is inviting residents to participate in the 2017 Leadership Academy. The Academy is a free, interactive civic education program designed… Read more

Main Street will be closed to traffic Thursday night, August 10th from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. from Norcross Lane to 5th Street for paving preparation operations.… Read more

Tomorrow, the contractor will be working from 4:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. along Main Street between Norcross Ln to 2nd St. They will be conducting will preparatory… Read more

The construction project to renovate Main Street in Downtown Oakley is proceeding on schedule and the new improvements are taking shape.  The project’s… Read more

The City’s contractor has finished setting up the formwork and will be pouring the new decorative sidewalks on Main Street from Norcross Ln to 2nd Street… Read more

Work continues! The contractor will be pouring stamped concrete sections in the sidewalks beginning Friday, June 30th at 5:00 a.m. through 9:00 a.m. They… Read more

The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) maintains a standing Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to provide citizen perspective, participation and… Read more

You may have noticed that construction crews have started work on the new medians on Main Street. Tomorrow, Tuesday, they will be pouring concrete curbs,… Read more

As part of the Main Street renovation project, the contractor will be pouring concrete for sidewalks on Main Street, from Norcross Lane moving east on… Read more

The construction of the downtown project is moving forward at a fast pace. Starting Monday, June 5th, 2017 the day operations will include installation… Read more

The term of the current appointee to the Contra Costa County Library Commission will expire June 30, 2017. The City of Oakley is accepting applications… Read more

The City of Oakley is seeking applications from Oakley residents who would like to serve as the City's representative on the East Contra Costa Fire Protection… Read more

Come be the future of Recreation! The Junior Recreation Leader Program is designed to give students, ages 13 – 16, a chance to gain first hand experience… Read more

Join the Recreation Division for the 2017 Science Week! Participants under the age of 17 will receive a stamp on their passport at each workshop they… Read more

The City of Oakley will be hosting our annual Cityhood Celebration on Saturday, July 1st, 2017. We invite you to join us to sell your wares, market your… Read more

The 3rd annual Taste of Oakley will be held on Saturday, May 13th from 6 - 8pm at City Hall, 3231 Main Street. Join us as we sample delicious food from… Read more

Community Choice Energy (CCE) is a program that enables local governments to aggregate electricity demand within their jurisdictions in order to procure… Read more

The Oakley Youth Advisory Council  is accepting nominations for the 2016 Outstanding Youth Volunteer Award, to honor the outstanding youth volunteers… Read more

Contrary to an inaccurate press release from the East County Voters group (ECV) and a misleading headline by the East Bay Times, the Oakley City Council… Read more

The Oakley Youth Advisory Council is hosting the 1st Oakley’s Got Talent competition on Saturday, May 20th during the annual “Relay for Life” fundraiser. … Read more

The winner of the 2016 Hometown Holiday Decorating Contest is 1876 Concannon Drive! Be sure to check out all of the entries with your family, they… Read more

Thursday, November 3rd from 4 to 7pm at 1250 O'Hara Avenue Saturday, November 5th from 9am to Noon* at 1250 O'Hara Avenue *Space is limited, when… Read more

Thank you to everyone who voted in the 2016 Hometown Halloween Decorating Contest. All those who entered have amazing decorations. All votes have been… Read more

Creative Movement is a fun class that encourages students ages 3 - 6 years to use their imaginations, express individuality through improvisation, improve… Read more

We all know men and women who have served in the military. They are people we admire, look up to and respect for the sacrifices they have made and for… Read more

You are likely aware East Contra Costa Fire Protection District is responsible for providing fire suppression, fire protection, fire prevention, emergency… Read more

The City of Oakley is inviting residents to participate in the 2016 Leadership Academy. The Academy is a free, interactive civic education program designed… Read more

As a follow up to our efforts to educate and curtail the use of fireworks in Oakley, shortly after the 4th of July I posted a letter seeking residents’… Read more

Acknowledgement Form for Non Permitted Driveway The City of Oakley City Council recently reviewed and clarified several areas of the Municipal Code dealing… Read more

The City of Oakley is seeking artists to showcase their artwork on 10 utility boxes located throughout Oakley. The goal of this project is to beautify… Read more

On May 10, 2016, the Oakley City Council approved a GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION to be held November 8, 2016 for the following offices: Three (3) Members… Read more

This notice provides property owners, residents and merchants along and adjacent to Main Street in downtown, from Norcross Lane to 2nd Street with general… Read more

 The Oakley City Council is creating a Citizen Planning Advisors program to encourage citizen participation and receive input in the subdivision and Design… Read more

The City of Oakley is seeking applications from Oakley residents who would like to serve as the City's representative on the East Contra Costa Fire Protection… Read more

Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Units The City of Oakley Planning Division is soliciting proposals for assistance in developing a Pre-Approved Accessory… Read more

The City of Oakley, in partnership with Les Schwab Tires of Oakley will be hosting the 2nd Annual Main Car Show on July 23, 2016 at Civic Center Plaza.… Read more

Thank you to all the residents who voted. Oakley residents had an opportunity to weigh in regarding Measure K, which required two thirds of votes cast… Read more

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2016 – 5:00 PM Request for Proposals for Design Services and Preparation of Plans, Specifications and Cost Estimate for Capital Improvement… Read more

The City of Oakley will hold its fifth Annual Memorial Day Observance Ceremony on Saturday, May 28th, 2016 at the Civic Center Park, 3231 Main Street beginning… Read more

The City of Oakley is being honored with a 2016 Playful City USA designation. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the national recognition program honors… Read more

The popular Science Week activities will be held daily, between April 16- April 23rd. The upcoming program will include past favorites and exciting new… Read more

The City of Oakley is rolling out a new program in support of local businesses. The Shop Oakley program evolved from an earlier effort called “Oakley… Read more

Every two years, the City of Oakley conducts this survey to measure our residents' satisfaction with our overall performance and satisfaction with specific… Read more

The City's Graffiti Rewards Program rewards citizens with $300 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of graffiti vandals. For more information… Read more

City of Oakley has various employment opportunities available including Facilities Attendant, Police Services Assistant, and others. Deadlines are coming… Read more

If you are an Oakley teen, age 16 or older, and are looking for a job or want to learn how to fill out an application, interview professionally and get… Read more

Be sure to look for the Oak Leaf newsletter in this week's (Jan. 8th) edition of the Oakley Press. Learn about Oakley’s work to set up our own police… Read more

City of Oakley is now hiring for Seasonal Parks and Landscape Maintenance Laborers! Deadline to apply is coming up soon. For more information about this… Read more

The votes have been tallied and the winner of the Hometown Holiday Decorating Contest is 733 Solitude Drive. Thank you to all the other nominees who submitted… Read more

Wednesday, December 16, 2015 This incident continues to be actively investigated by the D.A's Office, Oakley Police Department, Contra Costa County Office… Read more

Swords to Plowshares, a leading veteran service organization in San Francisco, has entered into a community partnership with the City of Oakley to address… Read more