In late May 2022, the Oakland City Council voted to place a ballot measure on the November 2022 ballot that will change the City’s current business tax structure from a flat tax to a progressive tax structure. The new structure increases tax rates on Oakland businesses in selected industry categories and gross receipt revenues.
Continue readingDEI Spotlight: Turner Construction Company
Turner Construction Company fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. In 2020, Turner established a 10-year vision: to reflect the communities in which they build and to achieve equitable representation at all levels of the company.
Continue readingThe Town Love Contest
Oakland is all about love. Love of food. Love of culture. Love of community. During the month of February, you can win a pair of Southwest Airlines flights just by showing your love to Oakland restaurants who have taken the Dining For Justice pledge brought to you by Community Kitchens.
Continue readingRemembering Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan
A beloved trailblazer and larger than life presence in her fierce and unwavering commitment to children, working families and those most marginalized in our community. She was dedicated, steadfast and a luminary leader in her public service career.
Continue readingJPMorgan Chase’s Minority Entrepreneurship Initiative
As part of Chase’s commitment to help advance racial equity, they have launched a new program to accelerate minority small business growth in historically underserved neighborhoods.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Resources
As COVID-19 continues to impact Oakland’s economy, the Chamber will continue to provide resources and programming to support our small businesses and nonprofits through this difficult time. Check back regularly for updates and opportunities as we weather this storm together.
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