New Rules for Hybrid City Council Meetings

Original title: Subject: Adding Rule 33 To The Council’s Rules Of Procedure From: Office Of The City Clerk Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Amending And Restating The Council’s Rules Of Procedure In Their Entirety In Order To Add Rule 33 Regarding Hybrid Meetings And Technological Disruptions Thereof

Record date · May 5, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The Oakland City Council has adopted a new rule, Rule 33, which establishes formal procedures for conducting s and handling technical issues that may disrupt them.

Why it matters

This rule change defines how the City Council manages public meetings when technical difficulties occur, potentially impacting the ability of the public to participate or observe proceedings remotely.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Oakland residents

Residents who attend or observe City Council meetings via hybrid platforms are subject to the new procedures for handling technical disruptions.

Directly affected

City Council members

Council members must follow the updated Rules of Procedure during all meetings.

Key Facts

The City Council adopted a resolution to amend and restate its Rules of Procedure in their entirety.
The primary purpose of the amendment is to add 'Rule 33' to the existing rules.
Rule 33 specifically addresses the conduct of hybrid meetings.
Rule 33 establishes protocols for managing technological disruptions during hybrid meetings.

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The resolution was passed under file number 26-0568.
The action involved a concurrent meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and the City Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rule 33?

Rule 33 is a new addition to the City Council's that governs how s are conducted and how the Council should respond if technology fails during a meeting.

Does this change how I watch or participate in meetings?

The rule establishes formal procedures for the Council to follow during technical disruptions, which may affect the continuity of access.

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Formalization of Hybrid Meeting Standards

The city is moving toward codifying hybrid meeting protocols into its permanent Rules of Procedure, suggesting a long-term commitment to hybrid meeting formats.

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