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City of Oakley Hosts Military Hero Essay Contest

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 the courage they demonstrate on and off the battle field. The City of Oakley invites you to tell us about your military hero.

The essay contest is open to all K-12 students that reside in Oakley. There will be one winner in each of the corresponding categories K-5th grade, 6th-8th grade, and 9th-12th grade. K-5th grade students are invited to submit a drawing with a caption, while 6th-12th grades are to submit 300-500 typewritten words. To qualify please submit a completed essay and entry form to marquez@ci.oakley.ca.us by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 26th, 2018.

Winners will be given the opportunity to read their essay on Veterans Day during the City of Oakley Observance Ceremony to take place on Sunday, November 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Civic Center Plaza located at 3231 Main Street, Oakley. Additionally, first prize winners will receive a certificate of recognition and a $50 cash prize.

 

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Twin Oaks Update

The Twin Oaks Senior Apartments project, located just east of Oakley Town Center (Lucky shopping center), is a private development, mixed-use, affordable senior housing apartment complex.  For those interested in leasing a unit, please visit the Twin Oaks Senior Apartments website at: https://twinoakssenior.com.  Please note that City of Oakley Staff are unable to answer questions related to applying for potential residency.