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The Oakley Police Department has been working on a succession plan in preparation for the retirement of Lieutenant Logan Cartwright in late May . As part of that plan, the City Council approved a third lieutenant position (promotional) to overlap Lieutenant Cartwright’s last six months with the City for training purposes. The City had two very qualified candidates
Lieutenant Kevin Morris was promoted from sergeant on December 21, 2025 . Lieutenant Morris started his career in law enforcement in February 2008 with the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office and joined the City of Oakley in 2016 when the City formed its own police department
During his employment with the City of Oakley, Lieutenant Morris has served as a patrol officer, detective, field training officer, field training program coordinator, POA President, and in a multitude of instructor roles Lieutenant Morris was promoted to the rank of sergeant in July of 2021 . In his capacity as a sergeant, he served as a patrol sergeant and as the investigations sergeant, and served on several internal committees . He is credited with forming much of the positive culture of the Oakley Police Department, a legacy that will benefit the Department and the City as a whole in his management role. Lieutenant Morris is the Operations Division Commander
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After careful consideration of the needs of the police department and community, and in light of the City having a second strong candidate ready for the challenge, Lieutenant Robert “Ditto” Roberts decided to return to where his passion lies as a sergeant in the patrol division . Lieutenant Roberts concluded that by returning to the patrol division, he can interact with the community he loves far more often, take a more active part in mentoring a new generation of police officers, and most unselfishly, allow for the professional development of a new lieutenant
As a result, Lieutenant Dallas Collier was promoted from sergeant effective February 15, 2026. Lieutenant Collier grew up in Oakley, attended Oakley schools, and graduated from Freedom High School After high school, Lieutenant Collier served in the United States Navy . After his military service, he pursued his passion to serve in law-enforcement. Lieutenant Collier joined the Dallas, Texas Police Department in 2007 and served as a police officer there until he relocated back to the Oakley area in 2012.
He worked as a deputy sheriff for the Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff and in 2014, he was assigned to his hometown of Oakley under the City’s contract with the Sheriff’s Office. Like Lieutenant Morris, in 2016, Lieutenant Collier left the Sheriff’s Office to continue serving the City of Oakley when the City formed its own police department .
Lieutenant Collier has served as a patrol supervisor, a hostage negotiator, a firearms instructor, a field training officer, a Field Training Program Coordinator, and a Field Training Committee Head, and he is a recent graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute . Lieutenant Collier is the Support Services Division Commander overseeing Records, Property & Evidence, Fleet, Training and Internal Affairs.
With these promotions, the City was able to promote an officer to Sergeant and we will be making that announcement soon . Please help us congratulate Lieutenant Morris and Lieutenant Collier on their well-deserved promotions and help us recognize Sergeant Roberts’ commitment to the community

Most Oakley residents can imagine many ways to use an additional housing unit on their property: as a rental unit, a home for an elderly relative, a caregiver, or an older son or daughter living at home An accessory dwelling unit (ADU), sometimes called a “second unit” or “in-law unit,” is a self-contained living unit on the same property as a primary residential building These units include a living and sleeping area, kitchen, and bathroom . They can be detached from or attached to a home You can also create an ADU by converting a garage or existing space in a home into a separate living unit . We are excited to let residents know that the process of adding an ADU to a residentially zoned property is easier than ever
The City works with residents each week to assess the options for their property and regularly approves building permit applications for ADUs. After talking with the Planning Division to confirm their property’s zoning, interested residents would then either commission custom plans from an architect, reach out to
a company that specializes in prefabricated accessory dwelling units, or opt for a pre-approved ADU plan (see Pre-Approved ADU Program) When considering the right ADU, residents should evaluate their needs for the space . Should the unit be on the larger or smaller side? Should it have a full kitchen and a mini-split air conditioning system? How much closet space should it have? Once the final design is settled on, the plans along with a building permit application are submitted to the Oakley Building Division .
The Building Division needs roughly 15 days to review the plans and then either provides comments back or approves the plans Whether you are looking to custom build an ADU or use a pre-manufactured unit, please contact the Planning Division at (925) 625-7000 for more information or visit the City’s website Learn more about ADUs by reviewing the Guide to Accessory Dwelling Units: An ADU How-to-Guide for Oakley Residents, Homeowners, and Property Owners at www .oakleyca .gov/ADUGuide .
California Assembly Bill 1332 created a Pre-Approved ADU program requiring that cities maintain an online library of pre-approved ADU designs, submitted by Designers . Under the law, homeowners can pick a design from this library and work with the Designer to submit a complete application with added site specific documents (for example: a site plan, energy calculations) By streamlining approvals and reducing design costs, AB 1332 aims to make it faster and more affordable for residents to build an ADU on their property . Additional plans will be added to the City of Oakley’s pre-approved ADU library Find out more at www .oakleyca .gov/401/Pre-Approved-ADUs .

The City of Oakley continues to take part in Senator Steve Glazer’s ADU Accelerator Program that offers rebates of up to $15,000 for new ADUs that are deed restricted to low-income households (minimum of 20 years), and up to $7,500 for non-restricted ADUs. This $2.5 million state-funded initiative is intended to encourage and facilitate the construction of 350 ADUs in qualifying cities and towns in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties
The City of Oakley received a total of $85,525.10, in the form of a one-time allocation for the implementation of the ADU Accelerator Program
Reminder: The program runs through September 30, 2026, and ADUs must receive final sign off from the Building Division by that date to qualify for a rebate.
For more information, visit Oakley’s “How to Build an ADU” webpage at www .oakleyca . gov/235/How-to-Build-an-ADU, where you can find all related resources and links.











Instructor: Be Exceptional Programs
Ages 3-6 years old
Biddy Sports are non-competitive introductions to team sports where your child participates at their own level and ability. Each week includes a fun warm-up, practice with your team, and playing a game. Teams meet for one hour each week; times may vary. Your child will always play on Saturday, for one hour finishing by 12pm. Parents support their child’s efforts and get involved by volunteering to coach their child’s team--please volunteer when you register. No coaching experience needed.
Soccer
Registration Deadline: Saturday, June 13
BSS013 Sat 7/11 - 8/08 Times Vary 8:30am-12pm $125 Res/$135 NonRes Creekside Park
T-Ball
Registration Deadline: Saturday, August 8 BTB016 Sat 9/12 - 10/10 Times Vary 8:30am-12pm $125 Res/$135 NonRes Creekside Park
Instructor: Jabris Rucker
Ages 3-5 years old
Tiny Tutus is the perfect class for your little dancer who desires to explore the world of dance. This fun class will include ballet, creative movement, and dance games. Each class will consist of 3 parts warm-up, dance games and choreography. Please wear comfortable clothes/dancewear and ballet shoes or bare feet/footless tights. No class on 8/11. There will be a special performance on Tuesday, 9/22. TINYT39 Tue 8/04 - 9/15 4:00pm - 4:30pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1

Youth & Teen Classes
Preschool Aged & Youth Classes Summer 2026
Instructor: Amazing Athletes of North Bay

Adult Classes
Instructor: Amazing Athletes of North Bay
Ages 3-6 years old
Ages 3-6 years old
At Amazing Athletes, we’re on a mission to inspire active futures for the next generation, using sports as a catalyst to empower kids to discover their inner strength and athletic abilities. This multi-sport program introduces the fundamentals of 10 sports in a fun, non-competitive environment, helping to develop physical literacy, learn about nutrition and muscle identification, and master six key motor skills.
At Amazing Athletes, we’re on a mission to inspire active futures for the next generation, using sports as a catalyst to empower kids to discover their inner strength and athletic abilities. This multi-sport program introduces the fundamentals of 10 sports in a fun, non-competitive environment, helping to develop physical literacy, learn about nutrition and muscle identification, and master six key motor skills.
AMAZ10
Wed 5/06 - 6/24 5:00pm - 5:30pm $155 Res/$165 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
AMAZ10 Wed 5/06 - 6/24 5:00pm - 5:30pm $155 Res/$165 NonRes
AMAZ11
Wed 7/08 - 8/26 5:00pm - 5:30pm $155 Res/$165 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: TalentNook
Instructor: TalentNook
Ages 5-11 years old
Ages 5-11 years
Hola Amigos sparks curiosity and builds a strong foundation in Spanish for young learners. Students practice reading, vocabulary and sentance structures through interactive lessons, games and relatable themes. We teach confidence, essential language skills and a lasting appreciation for Spanish by fostering enthusuiasm and a love of learning beyong the classroom.
Hola Amigos sparks curiosity and builds a strong foundation in Spanish for young learners. Students practice reading, vocabulary and sentence structures through interactive lessons, games and relatable themes. We teach confidence, essential language skills and a lasting appreciation for Spanish by fostering enthusiasm and a love of learning beyond the classroom.
Instructor: TalentNook
Instructor: TalentNook
Ages 5-11 years old
Ages 5-11 years old
Youth & Teen Classes Preschool Aged Youth Classes Youth & Teen Classes
Discover the magical world of clay! Students learn hand-building techniques to create projects like treasure chests, mugs and lanterns finished with bright paints and glazes. Perfect for kids who love sensory play, this class builds creativity and problem solving. Parents receive finished pieces and in-class photos as keepsakes.
Discover the magical world of clay! Students learn hand-building techniques to create projects like treasure chests, mugs and lanterns finished with bright paits and glazes. Perfect for kids who love sensory play, this class builds creativity and problem solving. Parents receive finished pieces and in-class photos as keepsakes.
Aged Classes Youth Classes Youth & Teen Classes Adult Classes
Instructor: TalentNook
Instructor: TalentNook
Ages 6-11 years old
Ages 6-11 years old
Spy School is an action-packed after-school class where kids become young agents,exploring spy skills like code-breaking, disguise and secret communication. Boost STEM knowledge and creativity through hands-on experiments, gadget building and mystery solving while having fun with fellow detectives.
Spy School is an action-packed after-school class where kids become young agents,exploring spy skills like code-breaking, disguise and secret communication. Boost STEM knowledge and creativity through hands-on experiments, gadget building and mystery solving while having fun with fellow detectives.
Instructor: TalentNook
Instructor: TalentNook
Ages 6-11 years old
Ages 6-11 years old
This program is designed to inspire curiosity and hands-on learning by combining Art with Science, Math, Technology, History and Engineering. Students engage in hands-on projects like mini robots, liquid desity towers, archimedes screws, DNA models, and Math Art designs. ArtXplore encourages children to explore, express and bring their ideas to life.
This program is designed to inspire curiosity and hands-on learning by combining Art with Science, Math, Technology, History and Engineering. Students engage in hands-on projects like mini robots, liquid density towers, Archimedes screws, DNA models, and Math Art designs. ArtXplore encourages children to explore, express and bring their ideas to life.


Instructor: Split Second Response, Inc.
Ages 5-12 years old
In this class students will learn the basic stances, footwork, strikes and blocks. In addition, we will focus on the martial arts principles of respect, discipline, and self-control.
SSRMA13 Wed 5/06 - 5/27 4:00pm - 4:45pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Rec Center Side A
SSRMA14 Wed 6/03 - 6/24 5:15pm - 6:00pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Rec Center Side A
SSRMA15 Wed 7/08 - 7/29 5:15pm - 6:00pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Rec Center Side A
SSRMA16 Wed 8/05 - 8/26 4:00pm - 4:45pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Rec Center Side A
Instructor: Jabris Rucker
Ages 6-9 years old
This is an introductory class to the technique of ballet. Students will learn ballet basics while exploring the fantasy world of fairies and princesses. Each class will be structured into five parts: Warm-up and Stretching, Intro-Ballet Barre, Technique, Dance Games, and Choreography. Please wear leotard, tights, and ballet shoes with hair up and away from face. No class on 8/11. There will be a special performance on Tuesday, 9/22.
TTPB056 Tue 8/04 - 9/15 4:30pm - 5:15pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Rrooar Coding & Robotics Academy Ages 4-16, varies by session

A variety of classes where students can design and build robots with Lego bricks, transform Roblox gameplay into hands-on coding experiences, create some remarkably cool real life projects, and so much more!
Young Engineers Algo Brix - Monster Trucks (Ages 5-14)
RCR031 M-F 6/08 - 6/12 5:15pm - 6:45pm $199 Res/$209 NonRes Recreation Center
Roblox for Game Designers & Coders (ages 7-16)
RCR032 M-TH 6/15 - 6/18 5:15pm - 6:45pm $169 Res/$179 NonRes Recreation Center
Minecraft Game Design & Coding (Ages 7-16)
RCR033 M-F 6/22 - 6/26 5:15pm - 6:45pm $199 Res/$209 NonRes Recreation Center
Young Engineers Galileo Technic - Animal Life in Minecraft City (ages 5-14)
RCR034 M-TH 6/29 - 7/02 5:15pm - 6:45pm $169 Res/$179 NonRes Recreation Center
Roblox for Game Designers & Coders (ages 7-16)
RCR035 M-F 7/06 - 7/10 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Minecraft Game Design & Coding (Ages 7-16) RCR036 M-F 7/13 - 7/17 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Young Engineers Galileo Technic Grand Prix (ages 5-14)
RCR037 M-F 7/20 - 7/24 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Lego Robotics Adventures (Grade TK-K)
RCR038
3D Modeling & Design (Grades 1st-5th)
RCR040 Wed 7/29 - 9/16 2:15pm - 3:15pm


Instructor: Recreation Staff
Ages 6-10 years old
Youth
Are you a parent looking for a night out? At the Friday Night Out program children are dropped off to experience a night of non-stop fun featuring art, games, crafts and a movie. Children are fed a pizza dinner and snacks. Each child should wear their favorite pajamas and bring a sleeping bag and pillow.
FNO JULY26 Fri 7/24 6:00pm - 10:00pm $15 Res/$25 NonRes Rec Center Great Room
FNO AUG26 Fri 8/14 6:00pm - 10:00pm $15 Res/$25 NonRes Rec Center Great Room
Instructor: H-Art Therapy
Ages 6-13 years old
Learn a wide variety of paintings including still life, landscape, and portrait painting. This workshop is the perfect balance between guided assistance and creative freedom to make your own still life, landscape, and portrait paintings. With step-by-step methods, anyone can create a masterpiece. No prior experience is required.
HARTT29 M-TH 6/29 - 7/02 2:30pm - 4:00pm $116 Res/$126 NonRes Recreation Center

Instructor: Christina Keas
Ages 7-17 years old
Classes
This interactive class gives kids the chance to chop, mix, measure, and create real meals using fresh, healthy ingredients. Each session introduces basic kitchen skills, simple nutrition concepts, and plenty of tasting. Kids will gain confidence, try new flavors, and have fun working together to make something delicious from start to finish. Perfect for young chefs who love to help in the kitchen—or want to start!
7/01 - 7/22 3:45pm - 5:15pm
Instructor: Christina Keas
Ages 7-13 years old
Youth & Teen
Adult Classes
Pack your aprons and passports! In this hands-on cooking camp, young chefs will travel the globe through food while learning to cook real dishes from scratch. Each day kids will explore flavors inspired by different cultures while building essential kitchen skills like chopping, mixing, seasoning, and working safely with kitchen tools. ATW01 M-TH 6/15 - 6/18 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Res/$370 NonRes Rec
Kitchen ATW02 M-TH 7/13 - 7/16 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Instructor: Be Exceptional Ages 8 and up

Inclusive skateboarding lessons for all abilities. Beginners to experts can build upon their skateboarding skills. Please bring a helmet and pads. A skateboard can be provided for use during the lesson, if needed.
BESK20 Tue 6/02 - 7/07 4:30pm - 5:30pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Creekside Park
BESK21 Tue 7/14 - 8/11 4:30pm - 5:30pm $100 Res/$110 NonRes Creekside Park
Instructor: Jabris Rucker
Ages 8-13 years old
Contemporary Dance is a form of movement that incorporates, ballet, modern, jazz, lyrical dance and more. In this class we will learn foundational techniques while exploring our emotions and feelings through dance. This class will consist of 3 parts Warm-Up, Technique and Choreography. No class on 8/10. There will be a special performance on Tuesday, 9/22.

CONT21 Mon 8/03 - 9/14 4:00pm - 4:45pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Bay Area Driving School
Ages 15 and up
The DMV allows teens to receive their Learner’s Permit at age 15 1/2, and a license at age 16. This class is the FIRST, required step that must be completed. This is an online course with videos, animated driving scenarios, and sample test questions. Learn the rules of the road, major causes of traffic collisions, DMV procedures and much more. A licensed instructor is available to answer any questions. Receive DMV-approved Certificate of Completion.
DRIV098 Anytime $49.99 Res/$59.99NonRes Online
Instructor: Bay Area Driving School
Ages 15 and up
This is a virtual Driver’s Education with a live instructor. Students will enjoy a series of Driver’s Education lectures including understanding the responsibilities of having a driver’s license, learning the rules of the road and accident avoidance procedures. Independent assignments will also be completed during the week. Course also includes practice questions, defensive driving movies and written test prep for their certificate of completion.
DRIV099 M-F 6/08 - 6/12 9:00am - 12:00pm $235 Res/$245 NonRes Online
DRIV100 M-F 6/22 - 6/26 9:00am - 12:00pm $235 Res/$245 NonRes Online
DRIV101 M-F 7/13 - 7/17 9:00am - 12:00pm $235 Res/$245 NonRes Online
DRIV102 M-F 8/03 - 8/07 9:00am - 12:00pm $235 Res/$245 NonRes Online

Instructor: Gina Bravo
Ages 18 and up
Explore restorative poses to calm and soothe the body. Through breath and the postures, practitioners will stretch the body and relax the mind. This is a class for all levels and all bodies. Yoga and mindfulness are known to alleviate stress, strengthen the body, improve flexibility and contribute to well-being.
GYOGA61 Wed 5/06 - 5/27 6:00pm - 7:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
GYOGA62 Wed 6/03 - 6/24 6:00pm - 7:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
GYOGA63 Wed 7/08 - 7/29 6:00pm - 7:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
GYOGA64 Wed 8/05 - 8/26 6:00pm - 7:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Arlene McMahan
Ages 18 and up
Dynamic and easy to follow - our full body technique works through your muscle chains, making you feel more energetic. Essentrics draws on the flowing movements of tai chi, the strengthening theories behind ballet, and healing properties of physiotherapy. This class is not included in Studio 55 Memberships.
SFE14
6/01 - 6/29
Instructor: Christina Keas
Ages 18 and up
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on cooking class where we prepare simple, flavorful dishes using real ingredients. Each session features a different seasonal theme and focuses on practical techniques you can use at home. You’ll cook together, enjoy what we make, and leave with recipes and new ideas for everyday meals.
Build Better Salads + Homemade Dressings

HOCA04 Sun 5/03 11:30am - 1:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen
HOCA05 Mon 5/18 6:00pm - 7:30pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen
Farmers Market Cooking
HOCA06 Sun 6/07 11:30am - 1:00pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen
HOCA07 Tue 6/30 6:00pm - 7:30pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen
Simple Summer Dinner Party
HOCA08 Sat 7/11 10:00am - 11:30am $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen
HOCA09 Wed 7/29 6:00pm - 7:30pm $60 Res/$70 NonRes Rec Center Kitchen



Instructor: Sensei Steve Frediani
This class will teach the basic strikes and blocks used in cane self defense. We will also focus on situational awareness. You should leave this class more aware of your surroundings and more confident in your ability to protect yourself and loved ones.
Mondays 11:00am - 12:00pm Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Digital Lift
A series of various workshops designed to help you develop skill in subjects such as Internet Safety, Online Shopping, Clickbait & Misinformation, and phone storage. Check the bulletin board in Studio 55 for dates and topics.
Mondays 12:30pm - 2:30pm Rec Center Side B

Instructor: Arlene McMahan
This is a full-body exercise program with gentle movements. It’s designed to help relieve pain, unlock muscles and joints, strengthen the core and support injury prevention. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat.
Mondays 1:00pm - 2:00pm Rec Center Side B
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:15am - 10:15am Rec Center Side B
Instructor: Donna Baker
Learn a wide variety of craft, sewing and quilting skills. The goal is to make sewing, quilting and crafting enjoyable for everyone while elevating your techniques and pushing boundaries.
Wednesdays (Basics) 10:00am - 11:30am Rec Center Studio 1
Wednesdays (Advanced) 12:30pm - 2:00pm Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Claire Barnes
The Women’s Friendship Circle offers the opportunity for Senior women to meet and discuss typical positives and challenges as we age. This program will meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month. 1st & 3rd Thursdays, monthly 12:30pm - 1:30pm Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Jabris Rucker
This is the perfect low-impact activity for those who love music, dancing and socializing. The structured and repetitive movements in this class makes it enjoyable for all levels, skills and abilities.
Mondays & Thursdays 10:15am - 11:00am Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Color Me Myke
A guided painting experience perfect for beginners and advanced painters alike. Create your own masterpiece step by step while enjoying music, laughter and fun atmosphere. All materials are provided - just bring your creativity! Tuesdays 12:30pm - 2:00pm Rec Center Side A

Come play pickleball on two temporary indoor courts inside the Recreation Center. Loner paddles and balls are available for use. You must be a member to play.
Mondays & Wednesdays 7:00am - 10:30am Rec Center Great Room
Wednesdays 5:30pm - 7:00pm Rec Center Great Room
Thursdays 12:00pm - 2:00pm Rec Center Great Room
Instructor: Christina Keas
In this hands-on cooking class, we’ll prepare simple, healthy foods that celebrate fresh ingredients, seasonal flavors, and the joy of eating well. Each week brings something new to cook and taste. Pre-registration is required. Registration opens the 15th of each month for the following month’s sessions.
Thursdays 2:00pm - 3:00pm Rec Center Kitchen
Thursdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm Rec Center Kitchen
Instructor: Ed Smith
Square Dancing is an American folk dance where couples dance together in a square. Learn the steps and lingo to square dancing in the beginners course. Enjoy lots of laughs, dancing and socializing together!
Mondays (Advanced) 7:00pm - 9:00pm Rec Center Studio 1
Instructor: Ilene McHolland
Ukulele Jam and Strum is a course for all levels of players, from beginning to advanced. We play through songs while learning the ukulele. We will provide ukuleles for those who don’t have one to strum. Ukulele Jam and Strum is ongoing weekly and anyone can participate in the middle of class.
Tuesdays 10:15am - 11:45am Rec Center Side A
Instructor: Jabris Rucker
Zumba® is an exciting dance class with simple and easy-to-follow moves to give your body a total cardio work out the fun way! Starting June 9th, come join this Summer party and enjoy some music, dancing and socializing.
Tuesdays 5:30pm - 6:15pm Rec Center Studio 1


