Why we’re opposing the measure
Oakland’s charter needs work. We support reform because the current system has problems that need to be addressed. We believe Measure EE would make some of those problems harder to solve by concentrating more authority in the mayor’s office without sufficient checks on how it is used.
Our concerns are about department-head appointments, public questioning of the chief executive, and the influence district representatives would have when they disagree with the mayor. Those are decisions about how Oakland will be governed for years to come.
The rules would apply to future mayors
Barbara Lee is the mayor today, but the charter provisions would also apply to the people elected after her. We think Oakland needs rules that support capable leadership and protect the public when an officeholder misuses power. That is how we’re assessing this proposal.
Who is involved
Residents and community leaders have signed the ballot arguments against Measure EE. See the signers or sign up to endorse the campaign or volunteer.
Read the documents behind our arguments
This is an advocacy website, and the conclusions are ours. We’ve linked the proposed charter amendments, the City Auditor’s cost estimates, and the working group’s report so you can check the provisions and consider the arguments for yourself. Read the source documents.
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Contact us
Email oakgoodgov@gmail.com with questions, requests, or to get in touch.
You can start with our three main concerns, or read the source documents.