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http://postnewsgroup.com/blog/2014/07/17/council-backs-west-oakland-development-plan/

The West Oakland Specific Plan, designed to guide and encourage residential, commercial and industrial development on 1,900 acres of land next to downtown Oakland, was approved at the City Council this week. Some community members wanted to postpone the decision, protesting against the plan. They are concerned about the ongoing displacement of the West Oakland community. They say the plan lacks teeth, especially a way to maintain and build affordable housing to keep current residents in the city. On the other side, some West Oakland residents are complaining that the approval is a year and a half late, jeopardizing the...

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