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fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

One Oakland police officer made $490,000 in overtime. The city can't find records detailing much of what he did

Oakland's chronic budget deficits are worsened by massive OPD overtime spending, which has risen despite staffing increases and strains city finances.
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East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
8 months ago

Where does the city of Oakland get its money?

Oakland's budget discussion highlights the importance of balancing expenses and understanding revenue sources.
64% of the budget is earmarked, creating pressure on the discretionary general fund.
fromThe Oaklandside
9 months ago

New Oakland budget would slash unfilled jobs to avoid public safety cuts

Oakland Interim Mayor Kevin Jenkins unveiled a proposed budget addressing a $265 million shortfall, emphasizing fiscal stability and strategic spending for public safety.
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