Oakland, CA Code of Ordinances -,) THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF OAKLAND
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This document is Oakland, California's City Charter, adopted by voters on November 5, 1968, ratified by the California Secretary of State, and effective January 28, 1969, with amendments through November 2014. The charter establishes the fundamental law governing municipal operations and is organized into twelve main articles covering powers and form of government, the City Council, the Mayor, city officers, the City Manager, administrative organization, the Port of Oakland, fiscal administration, personnel administration, franchises and licenses, elections, and general provisions. The charter also includes appendices addressing specialized funds and systems including the KIDS FIRST! Oakland Children's Fund, Police Relief and Pension Fund, Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund, Oakland Municipal Employees' Retirement System, Police and Fire Retirement System, and off-street vehicular parking regulations. The charter grants Oakland perpetual corporate succession and continuity of existing lawful ordinances, resolutions, and regulations not in conflict with its provisions.
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