Public Notice Roundup: Business Tax Deadlines, Traffic Alerts, and Health Advisories

Official Notice: 2026 Business Tax Renewal Deadline

The City of Oakland Revenue Management Bureau reminds all business owners that the 2026 Business Tax renewal period is drawing to a close. To avoid late charges and penalties, all Business Tax Declarations and payments must be filed and processed by Monday, March 2, 2026. Residents and business operators are encouraged to utilize the city's online renewal and payment portal for a seamless filing experience. Payments may also be submitted by mail or in person at the City and County of San Francisco-Oakland administrative offices.

Traffic Advisory: Oakland Alameda Access Project (OAAP)

Major construction activities for the Oakland Alameda Access Project are scheduled to commence on Monday, March 2, 2026. Motorists and residents should prepare for significant traffic impacts beginning this week. Key alerts include:

• NB I-880 Oak Street Off-Ramp: A long-term closure of the right-turn lane will begin tomorrow for roadway widening. Nightly full closures of the off-ramp are scheduled from 7:00 PM to 8:00 AM through March 6.
• Oak Street Improvements: Lane reductions and parking restrictions will be implemented between 3rd Street and 9th Street. Temporary pedestrian paths and ADA accommodations will be established.
• Jackson Street at 5th Street: Drivers should anticipate intermittent closures and lane shifts as intersection circulation improvements begin.

Temporary parking restrictions in these areas are now in effect, with signage posted 72 hours in advance of the work start date.

Public Health: Respiratory Virus Season Masking Guidance

The Alameda County Public Health Department (ACPHD) reminds the public that we remain in the winter respiratory virus season. Through March 31, 2026, masking remains strongly recommended for all staff and visitors in patient care areas. This guidance applies to general acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, dialysis centers, and infusion centers across Oakland. Free COVID-19 and influenza vaccines continue to be available for community members at various county-operated sites, regardless of insurance coverage.

Community Health Notice: Outpatient Program Changes

Alameda Health System has announced plans to shutter two intensive outpatient mental health treatment programs at Highland Hospital in Oakland and Fairmont Hospital in San Leandro. These closures are currently scheduled for March 9, 2026. Affected patients and their families are advised to contact their case managers immediately to discuss transition plans and alternative community-based services.

Infrastructure and Safety Updates

The City of Oakland is set to begin construction on the Adeline Street Bridge Seismic Retrofit Project this month. Additionally, the 14th Street Safety Project remains in process, with a target completion date of August 2026. These projects are part of the city’s ongoing commitment to improving transit safety and structural resilience in the downtown corridor.