The Library Commission makes recommendations to the Oakland City Council; provides citizen oversight of Measure C and Measure D tax funds; and advocates on behalf of Library programs and services.

The commission consists of fifteen seats, appointed by the mayor and City Council. To join, you must apply via the City of Oakland Boards & Commissions application (look for the green "apply" button on top right of page).

Library Commission meetings are held on the last Monday of the month at 5:45 p.m. You can listen to the live meetings on Zoom. Recordings of past meetings are available in  Meeting Documents.

Please note that meetings are rescheduled on holidays.

Have questions, comments, feedback or concerns? Email Kere Gonzales, staff to the commission.