Occupation: Lawyer

I am a parent, lawyer, and longtime Oakland resident involved with the community, with degrees in law, community planning, and business administration. I am a broad member and co-founder of a public charity providing free Eastern medicine to patients at Highland Hospital. My first priority is to hire more police officers via an $80 parcel tax for four years. My next priority is to create jobs by amending the Oakland business tax to increase the exemption by $100,000 for new businesses for the first 12 months of operation. The Oakland Tribune has endorsed Brandt "because he has the better temperament to effect change."

Website: http://bit.ly/SMqz9r/

Occupation: Small Business Owner

My platform breaks down into 3 main areas; public safety, economic growth, and working government. The trust between the community and the OPD has been broken and as a City Councilmember I will work to rebuild that relationship to ensure the safety of our neighborhoods through community policing strategies that work. Oakland needs innovative ideas to attract more sustainable, responsible and fair businesses. A key piece of Oakland’s success will rely on workforce development. Finally, instead of further cutting the core services for our neighborhoods we must identify and rid Oakland of waste while finding new sources of revenue.

Website: http://bit.ly/SHa4KP

Occupation: Councilmember and International Vice President of Glass, Molders, Pottery, Plastics, and Allied Workers International Union, AFL-CIO

Oakland needs elected officials that are not afraid to make decisions and to tackle the public safety crisis that threatens every business and every resident in the City of Oakland. I’ve established a track record of getting things done, and I still have it in me to keep fighting for Oakland. At this point in my career I have two clear choices, walk away and call it a day, or keep on fighting – I choose to keep fighting. I will keep pushing for initiatives to bring safety to the residents and businesses of Oakland.

I am running for Oakland City Council, District 3. I am a native Oaklander; I have lived most of my life in and around the district. I love my hometown! Oakland is a city with incredible potential. I want to lead Oakland forward with a solid plan that is both socially and fiscally responsible--grounded in transparency and accountability. My platform addresses public safety issues, encourages responsible budgeting, generates jobs through a real 'Hire Oakland First' initiative and focuses on invigorating the local economy through a small business development and business attraction.

Website: http://bit.ly/U38OyB

Occupation: Board of Education Director, District 5 Regional Director with Ray & Associates, Education, Management Advisory Services

Oakland is a city of great neighborhoods; each deserves to be attractive, viable and safe. I will focus on core services: Public Safety, Economic Development, Education and Infrastructure. I support increasing the number of police officers, curfews, and zero tolerance for graffiti and illegal dumping. Experienced leadership has never been more critical to Oakland’s future. I am ready to serve on City Council on Day 1. I have a track record of public service, experience and work ethic to get things done. I am a lifelong resident of Oakland and proud to have raised four children who attended local schools and universities and continue to live and work in Oakland.

Website: http://bit.ly/SMrgQ3

Top priority is crime. Theresa was not available to speak to Oakland North for this story by press time.

Website: http://bit.ly/TsoBX9

I am running for City Council District 5 because I understand the challenges that face our city. I am prepared to make decisions that at times may be difficult, but will result in solutions to better the City of Oakland. I have the experience, knowledge, and ability to be a responsive representative in District 5.

• Public Safety: Create safer neighborhoods and business corridors.
• Economic Development: Growing, retaining and bringing in new business to increase tax revenues.
• Quality of Life: Establish a satellite office to bring city services to District 5 residents.

Website: http://bit.ly/Vs7Fqm

Occupation:CEO, Neighborhood Housing Services of the East Bay.

With more than 10+ years experience as a CEO of a multi-million dollar housing and community development corporation, I am the only candidate with expertise in land use, executive management, violence prevention, multi-agency collaboration, and faith-based outreach experience. I am the daughter of union workers. My husband and I have one son who attends an Oakland high school. If elected, my top 3 priorities will be 1) Growing the economy to create jobs and bring businesses to Oakland 2) Making sound, strategic, accountable and wise investments to make the city safe 3) Strengthening schools to improve educational opportunities and outcomes for District 3 students

Website: http://bit.ly/R6W8si

Occupation: Small, local business owner.

I advocate for: improved public safety and violence reduction and propose innovative solutions that include revenue generation strategies; expanded job training programs; improved community policing with officers fromOakland; a services center to assist, not criminalize troubled youth; and a special home ownership program for local teachers and public employees. I want to preserve sufficient industrial land for green industries and other employment initiatives that produce real jobs with liveable wages. I will invite and include Oakland’s citizens in the decision making process, identifying common goals that I work to implement.

Website: http://bit.ly/Srt1Pm

Occupation: Environmental Policy Director.

Creating Safer Neighborhoods: Increase our police force and neighborhood patrols, hire more crime investigators, and invest in programs that will reduce recidivism. Environmental Stewardship and Growing our Clean Tech Economy: Fight for environmental justice, create access to good local green jobs, and implement our city’s Energy & Climate Action Plan. Restore Trust in City Hall: Improve customer service and make our city government more responsive, collaborative and transparent. Be a Better Partner with our Schools: Work closely with the D-1 School Board member on helping our kids to live, learn and flourish in Oakland."

Website: http://bit.ly/Wo7Jc9

Occupation: Current At Large Incumbent

It’s been an honor to work to improve quality of life in our city, finding funding for police academies, pothole repair, senior centers, violence prevention and street lighting. I’m committed to protecting and strengthening the vital services you count on – and attracting business and transit-oriented development with local jobs. I’m fighting to get illegal guns off our streets and provide the police deployment that Oakland voted for. With your vote, I’ll continue efforts to stop violence, expand jobs and economic opportunity and provide accountable government. Please join the California Nurses Association, the Sierra Club and others in supporting my re-election.

Website: http://bit.ly/c2toSr

Dear Oakland Voter, Oakland is now the most dangerous city in California. Our unemployment rate is 15%. Our Police Department is facing a federal takeover. Neighborhood schools are closing. Property taxes are high and city services are poor. I will tackle crime, jobs, school closures, youth and resident services, business growth, home ownership, and preserving our environment. I will restore your trust in City Hall. I have a proven track record of bringing people together to solve problems and getting things done. I ask for your First Choice Vote. I will take your values, vision and voice to City Hall.

Website: http://bit.ly/YseM1A

Occupation: Policy Director at the John Burton Foundation for Children Without Homes.

As a 14-year resident of Oakland, I’ve dedicated my personal and professional life to helping others. I founded First Place for Youth, a nonprofit that provides affordable housing to at-risk youth in Oakland. First Place has saved the public millions of dollars by preventing incarceration and promoting education. As Children’s Policy Director at the John Burton Foundation, I’ve stopped cuts to education, prevented elderly caregivers from losing their homes and secured $50 million to build affordable housing for homeless youth. As your Councilmember, I’ll build a thriving economy, reduce crime, support our schools, and maintain fire safety.

Website: http://bit.ly/SGX48f

Occupation: Small-Business Owner.

I envision an Oakland that is all it can be: an Oakland with safe, welcoming neighborhoods, vibrant, exciting commercial districts, and a school system with more than 95% of its students in school every day, preparing for college or training for good living-wage jobs. As a City Councilmember, my years of community service will continue to guide my leadership. Through my experience as chair of Oakland's Community Policing Advisory Board, as a leader within the Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council, as a former teacher and tutor, and as a small-business owner I will help Oakland realize its full potential. District 3: West Oakland has six candidates running for the district’s top spot, click below to learn more about each candidate.

Website: http://bit.ly/SKPRCx

Occupation: Realtor, Consultant, Teacher.

A 2010 Oakland MAYORAL Candidate This MBA Graduate, former OUSD Teacher and Realtor is primed for City Council. Vision: To make Oakland the best place to live, the best place to work, and the best place to vacation. Vote LL Young to get it done. With whom: Senior’s, middle aged people and our youth are finally bridged together and Oakland soars high when we vote LY. How: With you and me to set Oakland Free. I’m Larry Lionel Young Jr. and I approve this message.

Website: http://bit.ly/R74395

Occupation: Machinist/Network Engineer.

Address the crisis facing our Oakland youth in education, housing, employment and getting trapped into the criminal justice system Reform our city budget with more equitable business taxes and assured funding for core services in good times and bad Electoral reform of the city council with more representative districts, proportional representation and public campaign financing

Website: http://bit.ly/YskY9X

Occupation: Executive Artistic Director of the Pythia Arts Foundation, Creator of the Phoenix Rising Homeless Project, and Director of the Oak Tree Arts Center.

I am trained, educated and experienced in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, substance abuse, issues of the homeless and the needs of youth and underserved families. I am working towards innovative solutions for gang violence and prostitution. Already I am creating solutions that activate hope, communication, and a respect of cultural differences with the creation of a multi-lingual interpreter program for Oakland. I am pro-choice, pro-LGBT rights, and a champion of the constitutional rights of all individuals. I am working towards an innovative coordination of nonprofit organizations with the business sector, as well as each other.

Website: http://bit.ly/RJ9R6M

Occupation: Attorney and a longshoreman.

Reduce violence and crime by building stronger community coalitions between residents, the faith community and educators to establish healthy and safe intervention programs for Oakland's youth. We must be bold in creating opportunities for the next generation. Expand employment opportunities for Oakland residents through job training, re-entry and apprenticeship programs. Increase Oakland's tax base by attracting and retaining local businesses; reduce barriers to business startups encouraging entrepreneurship and business development. Seek new solutions to revitalization of depressed areas of District 3 in the face of losses to redevelopment. Partner with non-profit and private foundations to expand human services to seniors, families and youth.

Website: http://bit.ly/TEqggU

Occupation: Certified Public Accountant.

Cut crime by doubling the number of police without bankrupting the city and starving schools and other vital services. Reduce the crippling cost of police/fire compensation from $200,000/year for pay and benefits to the market rate $130,000/year. Start by cutting City Council compensation 25%. Treat the police with respect but take back the management of OPD from the police union. Stop looking for magical anti-violence programs and replace crony-ridden ones with any of the many ones that are effective. Vote for a tough numbers-oriented independent-minded council person, who is not beholden to developers and public service unions.

Website: http://bit.ly/PmEJOe

Richard and his wife Marisa are raising four sons in North Oakland, and as he has helped his boys navigate the neighborhoods of District 1, he has seen firsthand that the district faces many of the same challenges as the rest of Oakland: Too much violent crime, not enough good jobs, and a school system that only graduates six out of every ten kids. Our city can—and must—do better. Richard's plan: Reducing crime by bringing Cease Fire, a time-tested national crime-fighting program, and more police to Oakland Growing Oakland's economy through sustainable development and drawing in more businesses Investing in our schools to make them safe and successful

Website: http://bit.ly/TsoURH

Occupation: Occupation: Oakland City council member.

As a member of the city council since 1997 some of Reid’s top priorities include to ensure public safety and provide services for community support. Could not be reached for comment.

Website: http://on.fb.me/UtnK9U

Occupation: Software Engineering Manager.

Top priority is public safety. Could not be reached for comment.

Website: http://bit.ly/YstjdS

Occupation: Education Non-profit Vice President

After serving District 3 residents as a non-profit and community leader, Vice Chair of the Oakland Community Partnership, Distrct 3 Community Development Block Grant director, Alameda County Human Relations Commissioner and Chair of the Kahdafy Washington Foundation for Non-Violence, I am running for Oakland City Council to bring District 3 residents the leadership we need and the ability to get things done on the critical issues facing our city including improving public safety, creating jobs and smart growth and restoring essential neighborhoods services. I am committed to creating thriving, sustainable neighborhoods that make Oakland a more bikeable, walkable, greener city. I ask for the honor of your vote.

Website: http://bit.ly/QgUvv7

To improve health and safety for in Oakland and living wages. Could not be reached for comment.

Website: http://bit.ly/UbkHbR

Occupation: Administrative Assistant with a Strong background in Personnel Administration.

I am fighting for better jobs and creating jobs with living wages and benefits; I am working for Community and Economic Development on building a strong sustainable community; I am working for better Public Health and Safety by eliminating blight due to foreclosures and abandoned properties; helping to solve our problems with drug dealing, prostitution and loitering to create a safer community in East Oakland; Responsible Banking helping to create a Strong Business District; and Full Fiscal Budget Accountability and Transparency.

Website: http://bit.ly/PwPAVq