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Proposed Employment Contract for Oakland Police Chief James Beere

Original title: Subject: Contract Agreement For James Beere As Oakland Police Chief From: Office Of The Mayor And The City Administrator's Office Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing The City Administrator To Execute An Employment Agreement Between The City Of Oakland And The Chief Of Police, James Beere, For A Total Annual Compensation Of $411,294.96, Which Includes An Annual Salary Of $358,839.96 And Premium Pay Provided Under The Memorandum Of Understanding Between The City Of Oakland And The Oakland Police Management Association In The Amount Of $51,255 And A Uniform Allowance In The Amount Of $1,200, As Well As Either An Auto Allowance Of $750.00 Per Month Or Use Of A City Vehicle [TITLE CHANGE]

Record date · July 21, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This resolution proposes a formal employment agreement for Oakland Police Chief James Beere. The contract outlines his total annual compensation package, including salary, premium pay, and vehicle or allowance options.

Why it matters

The City Council is considering a contract that sets the annual compensation for the Police Chief at $411,294.96, which will be paid from city funds.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

James Beere

The resolution establishes the terms of his employment contract and total annual compensation.

Directly affected

City of Oakland taxpayers

City funds are used to pay the compensation package outlined in the employment agreement.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total annual pay for the Police Chief under this contract?

The total annual compensation is $411,294.96.

Does the contract include vehicle benefits?

Yes, the contract provides for either a $750.00 per month auto allowance or the use of a city vehicle.

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Union-Linked Premium Pay

The Police Chief's compensation is explicitly tied to the Memorandum of Understanding between the city and the Oakland Police Management Association.

James Beere Oakland Police Management Association

Connected Entities

James Beere, City of Oakland, Oakland Police Management Association and 3 more

PersonJames Beere“Police Chief of Oakland”Map →

OrganizationCity of Oakland“Employer of the Police Chief”Map →

OrganizationOakland Police Management Association“Union with a Memorandum of Understanding affecting premium pay”Map →

OrganizationCity Administrator's Office“Co-sponsor of the resolution”Map →

OrganizationOakland Redevelopment Successor Agency“Body holding a concurrent meeting”Map →

OrganizationOffice of the Mayor“Co-sponsor of the resolution”Map →

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