Appointment of Doug Wong to the Oakland Police Commission
May 5, 2026
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The Frame
The Oakland Police Commission oversees police department policies and procedures, and this appointment determines who will serve as the Mayor's alternate representative on that body.
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Doug Wong
He is the subject of the appointment and would assume the role of alternate commissioner if confirmed.
Oakland Police Commission
The commission will gain a new alternate member upon confirmation.
Mayor Barbara Lee
The Mayor is exercising her authority to appoint an alternate representative to the commission.
Last recorded activity May 5, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Mayor Barbara Lee has appointed Doug Wong to the Oakland Police Commission.
- Doug Wong is designated to serve as the Mayor's alternate appointee.
- The appointment is filed under number 26-0587.
- The resolution is currently pending review in the Rules Committee.
- The resolution was introduced on April 15, 2026.
Why It Matters
The Oakland Police Commission oversees police department policies and procedures, and this appointment determines who will serve as the Mayor's alternate representative on that body.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an alternate appointee do on the Police Commission?
Is this appointment final?
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Analysis Score
0–100- Significance40How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy10Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment5Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz15Current news / social attention level
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