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O N E F R A N K H . O G A W A P L A Z A 3 R D F L O O R O A K L A N D , C A L I F O R N I A 9 4 6 1 2

Of fice of the Cit y Admin ist ra tor (510) 238-3301 FAX

(510) 238-2223

October 24, 2013

Dear Oakland Community,

Tomorrow marks the second anniversary of the Occupy Oakland protests at Frank Ogawa Plaza. In addition,

there will be a training exercise called Urban Shield for local, national and international first responders (fire andpolice) at the Oakland Marriott, funded by the Urban Areas Security Initiative and hosted by the AlamedaCounty Sheriffs Office. The exercise is designed to assist first responders to prepare for and provide a unified

response to disasters and major emergencies.

The City is aware of several demonstrations and activities planned in and around Frank Ogawa Plaza and

the Oakland Marriott tomorrow.

Keeping peace on our streets and protecting the safety of Oakland residents and businesses is our top priority.Although we dont anticipate problems to occur, in the event that the demonstrations become unlawful, theOakland Police Department is prepared to swiftly address any criminal behavior that would damage property or

jeopardize the safety of the public or police officers. Individuals engaging in such behavior are subject to

arrest and prosecution.

We provide this information to raise awareness about these events, not to alarm, so that you may plan ahead.Feel free to share this information with your employees, neighbors and tenants. The following is generalinformation about known activities and times:

9 am - 5 pm: Pickets at Oakland Marriott Hotel 6 pm: March to Frank Ogawa Plaza and other activities

Traffic in downtown Oakland may be intermittently displaced as marches and rallies occur. OPD will facilitate

traffic to ensure pedestrian and vehicular safety. If traffic and/or transit impacts occur, employers, employees,and residents are advised to visitwww.511.orgor call 511 for up-to-date transition information.

Oakland is Open for Business

City offices and services will remain open on Friday, October 25. If necessary, staff from the Public WorksAgency and other vital City services will work extended hours that day to provide additional community support.

How to Stay Informed

The City will use a variety of communication channels to keep the community informed:

Website:www.oaklandnet.com Subscribe to Email or Text Alerts

Enteryour email address in the Email Updates section on the Citys home page,www.oaklandnet.com. To receive wireless alerts via mobile phone, check the Send Wireless Alerts to

this address box.

Public Safety NotificationsReceive notifications from OPD through text/SMS, mobile applications, email and Internet posts. Sign

up atwww.nixle.com.

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TwitterFor general City of Oakland news, follow @CityofOaklandCA.

For public safety news, follow OPD @oaklandpoliceca.

Business SupportContact the City of Oaklands Business Assistance Center at (510) 238 -7952 or visitwww.OaklandBAC.com.

Telephone: call (510) 444-CITY. Transit Updates

Visitwww.511.orgor call 511 for up-to-date traffic and transit information.

For BART information, call (510) 465-2278 or visitwww.bart.gov. Sign up for mobile service alerts atwww.bart.gov/news/alerts .

Anonymously Report Illegal Activity

Call OPDs anonymous toll-free tip hotline: (855) TIPS-247 (855-847-7247) Text TIP OAKLANDPD to 888777 from your text-enabled cell phone Go towww.bit.ly/PFxk7Dto anonymously submit photos of illegal activity using the online

submission form

Emergency Assistance

From a landline: call 911 From a cell phone: call (510) 777-3211 (pre-program this number now so it is handy in an

emergency)

Simple Tips for Everyday Safety

Stay tuned to local TV and radio stations for information. If possible, park your car in a secure, off-street location. Remove or secure trash receptacles. Be sure your business is well lit. Good lighting increases visibilityand also increases the effectiveness

of any closed circuit TV system.

If you have a closed circuit TV system, be sure it is in good working order and is turned on. Saverecordings of documented criminal activity.

Make sure your building has good quality locks on the doors and windows. Deadbolt locks are a mustfor exterior doors.

All exterior doors with a gap should be covered with a steel plate to prevent the door from being priedopen.

Leave the cash drawer empty and open after business hours.Sincerely,

Deanna J. SantanaCity Administrator

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