Briefing
Rules & Legislation Committee (Oakland) — Feb 26, 2026: Initiative petition certified for June 2, 2026 special election; multiple items scheduled and forwarded
Meeting convened 10:33 AM, adjourned 11:24 AM; Chair: Council President Kevin Jenkins. Members present: Rowena Brown, Carroll Fife, Janani Ramachandran, Kevin Jenkins. Committee accepted draft minutes (Feb 12, 2026) and accepted new scheduling items as amended. The Committee accepted certification of the initiative petition titled “Oakland Public Safety, Cleanliness And Community Accountability Act Of 2026” and directed placement on a special municipal election on June 2, 2026 (to be consolidated with the statewide direct primary). Dozens of legislative items were scheduled or forwarded to standing committees (Public Works & Transportation; Life Enrichment; Public Safety; Finance & Management; Community & Economic Development). The Committee approved mayoral reappointments to the Housing, Residential Rent, and Relocation Board and reviewed draft agendas and pending lists; the March 17 City Council meeting was canceled and a special meeting scheduled for March 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM.
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