Hello,

In order to allow citizens to remove graffiti on public property, SEIU Local 1021 must give their permission, along with permission from the Public Works Director, Brooke A. Levin.

Local 1021 must give their permission, because if the public starts doing the work that their bargaining unit members are doing, then they will not have any leverage to justify the need for additional staff members, or increases in wages during bargaining sessions.

The City of Oakland Public Works Department has referred this issue to AT&T,. Please contact that department to follow-up (see "Other Helpful Links" at http://www2.oaklandnet.com/Government/o/PWA/Connect/ReportaProblem/index.htm#Links).

Here are some important City of Oakland contact points:
* Abandoned Autos: 510-777-8622 (abandoned vehicles on public street after 3 days)
* Animal Control: 510-535-5602 (live animals) or 510-535-4888 (dead animals)
* Code Enforcement: 510-238-3381 (blighted private properties, deteriorated buildings, inoperable vehicles on private property)
* Drug Hotline: 510-238-3784 (tips) or 510-777-3211 (in progress)
* Parking Citations: 800-500-6484 (parking citation assistance center, pay or appeal a citation) or 510-238-3099 (enforcement)
* Prostitution Hotline: 510-238-2373 (tips) or 510-777-3211 (in progress)

Thank you.