April 8, 2022:

This is an update from the City of Oakland’s Economic & Workforce Development Department (EWDD) for businesses, nonprofits, independent contractors and our partner organizations who support them. These are just highlights of available resources. For information about worker benefits, grants, loans and support services available, please visit our Business & Worker Resource web page. The site is updated regularly as more information becomes available, so please check it often.

As evidence continues to show, vaccinations and boosters remain the best defense against the virus. Alameda County has posted an Employer Vaccination Toolkit for businesses interested in supporting their employees in getting vaccinated.

If you need individualized business assistance, remember you can book a free, 30-minute appointment at 6 different Neighborhood Business Assistance locations.

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March 26, 2022:

As evidence continues to show, vaccinations and boosters remain the best defense against the virus. Alameda County has posted an Employer Vaccination Toolkit for businesses interested in supporting their employees in getting vaccinated.

If you need individualized business assistance, remember you can book a free, 30-minute appointment at 6 different Neighborhood Business Assistance locations.

State Updates Guidance on Indoor Mega Events

Effective April 1, 2022, State requirements for vaccine verification or proof of negative test for Indoor Mega Events will be lifted and will move to a strong recommendation. Indoor Mega Events are large indoor events with more than 1,000 attendees. The State will continue to recommend vaccine verification or proof of negative test for Outdoor Mega Events with 10,000 attendees or more. Alameda County has aligned with the new guidance from the State.

This follows a change in State masking guidance, that took effect on March 1. The State strongly recommends that all persons, regardless of vaccination status, continue to mask while in indoor public settings and businesses. Alameda County has aligned with the State’s masking announcement.
Masks are still required in certain indoor settings, like public transit, airports, shelters and healthcare offices.

Reminder: Oakland’s Proof of Vaccination Ordinance Still in Effect

People 12 and older continue to be required to show proof that they have been vaccinated to enter many indoor facilities in Oakland. The emergency ordinance adopted by City Council, FAQs, the protocol template for businesses and other details are at: www.oaklandca.gov/VaxOrdinance.”