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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Oakland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Capital Improvement Program Financial Management Audit
The City Auditor presented a critical audit of Oakland's capital projects, revealing widespread staffing vacancies, missing oversight controls, and delayed change-order processing.
FY 2026-27 Midcycle Budget Adoption
The City Council debated and passed the midcycle budget, balancing fiscal constraints with investments in core services, public safety, parks, and homelessness while suspending several voter-approved mandates due to financial necessity.