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The OaklandsideReportingBy Eli Wolfe
Oakland residents are increasingly optimistic about the city’s future, according to a new poll

Oakland residents are increasingly optimistic about the city’s future, according to a new poll A recent poll showed an increasing number of Oaklanders feel optimistic about the city. But few, 35%, think downtown is “vibrant.” " data-large-file="https://oaklandside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/large-Downtown-Glassy-Towers-6.jpg" /> A chamber of commerce survey found Oaklanders are feeling safer, approve of the mayor and their councilmembers — but disapprove of OUSD.