Local Calendar
Public meetings and community events across Alameda County, gathered from the bodies that publish them.
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Thursday, October 1
10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
5:00 PMPrivacy Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Privacy Advisory Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that advises the City of Oakland on best practices to protect residents' privacy in connection with the city's purchase and use of surveillance equipment and other technology that collects or stores data.
6:00 PMBicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that serves as a resource to city staff and a public forum on Oakland's efforts to improve the safety and access of walking and bicycling.
6:30 PMCannabis Regulatory CommissionCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
7:00 PMHistorical Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Historical Advisory Board
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
An appointed board that promotes the educational, cultural and economic welfare of Alameda by preserving and protecting the historical resources that are visible reminders of the city's history and heritage.
7:00 PMHistorical Advisory Board MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities
City Chambers, Alameda 95101, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
Friday, October 2
5:00 PMFriday Nights at OMCA with Shanté | Nexus Black Art WeekOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
Friday Nights at OMCA features live music by Shanté, a DJ set by Moteef, Drag Storytime with Per Sia, a mini house-making activity, and a Nexus Black Art Week panel with Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell. Gallery Chats are available throughout the museum.
5:30 PMSpecial Guest Gallery Chat: Mildred Howard and Adrian BurrellOakland Museum of California
James Moore Theater, 1000 Oak St, Oakland
Mildred Howard and Adrian Burrell participate in a gallery chat at the James Moore Theater, moderated by Autumn King. The conversation explores their artistic practices and perspectives, in connection with MoAD Nexus Black Art Week. The event includes music, performances, and family activities at OMCA.
Sunday, October 4
1:00 PMOMCA Architecture Walk and TalkOakland Museum of California
OMCA campus, Oakland
A guided walk through the OMCA campus led by the Council on Architecture, discussing the history and design of the building. No reservations needed. Lasts about an hour.
Monday, October 5
6:00 PMCity CouncilCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
City Council
City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611, Piedmont
The elected City Council of Piedmont, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
6:00 PMLandmarks Preservation Advisory BoardCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Landmarks Preservation Advisory Board
Oakland
An appointed board that identifies historic landmarks in Oakland, conducts design review hearings on historic properties, and advises the Planning Commission and City Council on preservation.
7:00 PM10/5/2026 Open Government Commission MeetingCity of Alameda — city events & activities
Alameda
7:00 PMCity Council MeetingCity of Albany — city calendar & public meetings
City Council
Albany City Hall Council Chambers, 1000 San Pablo Ave, Albany
The elected City Council of Albany, the city's legislative body, which makes policy decisions on the governance of the city.
7:00 PMOpen Government CommissionUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Open Government Commission
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
Tuesday, October 6
3:30 PM* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City CouncilCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
* Concurrent Meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council
City Council Chamber, 3rd Floor, Oakland
6:00 PMIndependent Institute: California’s Proposed Wealth TaxBayAreaGOP.com — Bay Area Republican events calendar
Independent Institute Conference Center, 100 Swan Way, Oakland
A panel discussion at the Independent Institute Conference Center will explore the economic, legal, and policy implications of California’s proposed wealth tax. Panelists include Joshua D. Rauh, Kristian Fors, and Phil Magness. The event is based on the Institute’s latest Reset Report. Registration is required.
7:00 PMCity CouncilUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
City Council
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, Alameda CA 94501, Alameda
The elected City Council of Alameda, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
7:00 PMRegular City Council Meetings 2026City of Alameda — city events & activities
City Council
Council Chambers, City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
The elected City Council of Alameda, which sets city policy, adopts the budget and passes local ordinances.
Wednesday, October 7
10:00 AMMayor's Commission on AgingCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Mayor's Commission on Aging
Oakland
An appointed commission, established in 1980, that advises the Mayor and City Council of Oakland on issues affecting the city's seniors.
3:00 PMPlanning CommissionCancelledCity of Oakland — public meetings (city site)
Planning Commission
Oakland
An appointed commission that promotes the orderly growth and development of Oakland through studies, decisions on development proposals and policy recommendations to the City Council.
4:30 PMSubcommittee of the City Council and School BoardUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Subcommittee of the City Council and School Board
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Conference Room 360, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
5:00 PMCivil Service BoardUnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
Civil Service Board
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Conference Room 360, 3rd Floor, Alameda, CA 94501, Alameda
5:30 PMPark CommissionCity of Piedmont — meetings and events
Park Commission
City Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont
An appointed commission that advises the City of Piedmont on its parks and public grounds.
7:00 PMHousing Advisory Commission MeetingCity of Albany — city calendar & public meetings
Albany City Hall Council Chambers, 1000 San Pablo Ave, Albany
Thursday, October 8
9:00 AMAC Transit Inter-Agency Liaison Committee (ILC)City of Alameda — city events & activities
City Hall Room 360, Alameda 94501, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda
9:00 AMCity of Alameda - AC Transit Interagency Liaison Committee (ILC)UnconfirmedCity of Alameda — council & commission meetings
City of Alameda - AC Transit Interagency Liaison Committee (ILC)
On-line and City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave, Room 360, Alameda
9:00 AMPrograms & Administration CommitteeStopWaste — Waste Management Authority, Recycling Board & Energy Council
Programs & Administration Committee
StopWaste, 1537 Webster Street, Oakland
A committee of the Alameda County Waste Management Authority board dealing with its programs and administration.
10:30 AM*Rules & Legislation CommitteeCity of Oakland — council & committee meetings
4:00 PMRecycling Board / Planning CommitteeStopWaste — Waste Management Authority, Recycling Board & Energy Council
Recycling Board / Planning Committee
StopWaste, 1537 Webster Street, Oakland
The Alameda County Recycling Board, which promotes source reduction, recycling and grants to non-profit waste reduction enterprises, meeting as its planning committee.
7:00 PMParks, Recreation & Open Space Commission MeetingCity of Albany — city calendar & public meetings
Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission
Albany City Hall Council Chambers, 1000 San Pablo Ave, Albany
An appointed commission that advises the Albany City Council on public recreation, parks and open space — including creeks, the Albany Waterfront Park and Albany Hill — and on street trees and parkways.