Rockridge Community Planning Council

Community-Led Initiatives for the Betterment of Rockridge

Our nonprofit’s board is elected by the local community and serves to improve the neighborhood for those who live, work, and visit here.

RCPC’s focus areas include land use, transportation, and quality-of-life issues. We advocate for changes with the City, and work collaboratively with local merchants via the Rockridge District Association, the Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council, Friends of the Library, and Friends of the Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt.

We also publish the monthly The Rockridge News, a vehicle for keeping our community informed, engaged, and connected.

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Update on the 2026 RCPC Election

The 2026 RCPC election is uncontested, with only 6 candidates having applied for the 6 seats becoming vacant on the Board of Directors. Each of the 6 candidates has been verified as having a principal residence within RCPC boundaries and as eligible to serve on the Board. Pursuant to RCPC's bylaws, the Board has decided to cancel further election proceedings, and has declared that these 6 candidates will fill the 6 Board seats becoming vacant on April 25. (For information on RCPC’s bylaws regarding uncontested elections, see explanatory information on this page.)     

The following persons will be serving new 2-year terms on the Board:  Kristen Belt (incumbent); Garrick Monaghan Beyer; Sam Fishman; Tom Lollini (incumbent); Natalie Musick; and Brian Stromquist.

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The highlight of my time on the RCPC was working on the activation of College Avenue. Rockridge was still rebuilding from the disruption of Highway 24 and BART, which divided the community. Finding opportunities for ground-floor retail, restaurants, and services was critical for creating activity in the neighborhood.
— Brooke Levin, RCPC Board, 1987–1991

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RCPC’s fundamental commitment has been, and is, to preserve and enhance the quality of life in Rockridge.
— Dan Ferdelman, RCPC Chair, 2003-2004

Community Partners & Resources

Rockridge District Association

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that is dedicated to enhancing Rockridge’s commercial corridor through promotional initiatives, streetscaping and beautification projects, and safety programs to foster a vibrant and diverse business community for all to enjoy. The Rockridge District Association is managed by a board of Rockridge-based business owners and community members. Website: RockridgeDistrict.com

The Greater Rockridge NCPC

The Greater Rockridge Neighborhood Crime Prevention Council (a.k.a. "Neighborhood Council") liaises with the Oakland Police Dept. and addresses community concerns about public safety. Bi-monthly meetings offer brief presentations by the Community Resource Officers, and discussion of local crime and safety issues. Website: RockridgeNCPC.com

Contact RCPC

Feel free to contact us with any questions or comments.

Email info@rockridge.org.

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