Call Code Enforcement. You don't have to give your (real) name.
Make note of the record number they will give you. You'll want to follow-up several weeks into the process. The agents will tell you what the steps are and how long they will take.
(510) 238-3381

The City of Oakland Public Works Department has referred this issue to CODE ENFORCEMENT,. Please contact that department to follow-up (see "Other Helpful Links" at http://www2.oaklandnet.com/Government/o/PWA/Connect/ReportaProblem/index.htm#Links).

Here are some important City of Oakland contact points:
* Abandoned Autos: 510-777-8622 (abandoned vehicles on public street after 3 days)
* Animal Control: 510-535-5602 (live animals) or 510-535-4888 (dead animals)
* Code Enforcement: 510-238-3381 (blighted private properties, deteriorated buildings, inoperable vehicles on private property)
* Drug Hotline: 510-238-3784 (tips) or 510-777-3211 (in progress)
* Parking Citations: 800-500-6484 (parking citation assistance center, pay or appeal a citation) or 510-238-3099 (enforcement)
* Prostitution Hotline: 510-238-2373 (tips) or 510-777-3211 (in progress)

Thank you.

Dear DPW:
Owner: Ambrose Anyawu (Age: 65+)
Phone number: 510-436-6051 (AT&T Landline)
3025 Maple Ave.
Oakland, CA 94602-3606
Code Enforcement, once again, please! :-(

Dear see/click/fix users, neighbors of this property: Please contact Code Enforcement directly. (510) 238-3381

This problem continues. Why can’t the occupant do this in the back yard.