Agenda Item
S6.27 23-0477 Subject: The Civil Protection Of The People Of Oakland Ordinance
From: Office Of The City Attorney, Director Flynn, Mayor Thao, City Administrator Falk, President Pro Tempore Kalb And Council President Fortunato Bas
Recommendation: Adopt? An Ordinance Adding Section 1.10 To The Oakland Municipal Code, Entitled "The Civil Protection Of The People Of Oakland Ordinance," To Detail The City Attorney's Authority To Bring Civil Actions To Protect The Health, Safety, And Welfare Of Oaklanders And Equitably Enforce Violations Of City Law, Consistent With The Charter
This policy will help eliminate the harmful silos that stall and prevent pollution enforcement in Oakland. It is a critical step towards achieving environmental justice in Oakland for all.
City Attorney needs the authority to enforce all laws in order to make policy effective and Oakland a better place to live.
Agree to the changes request