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Winterfest Street Closures & Traffic Notice
Saturday, February 14

To help ensure a safe and enjoyable Winterfest for everyone, several downtown streets will be temporarily closed on Saturday, February 14.

Please plan ahead and allow extra time for travel in the area.

View Winterfest Schedule

Street Closures

• Liberty Street — from 2nd Street to the B&O Train Station

• 2nd Street — from Liberty/Green Street to the railroad

• Alder Street — from 2nd Street to 3rd Street

Pedestrian Safety Notice

Traffic control cones will be placed to alert motorists to increased pedestrian crossings.

Cones will be located on:

• Oak Street
• 2nd Street (between the railroad and Oak)
• 3rd Street

Pedestrian crossings will be active at:

• Alder & 3rd Street
• 2nd & Oak Street

Winterfest brings families, visitors, and increased foot traffic downtown.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we prioritize pedestrian safety during the event.

Thank you for helping make Winterfest safe and fun for everyone!

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Mayor & Town Council Public Meeting Agenda October 6, 2026

Andrew Sauder 9/25/25 Andrew Sauder 9/25/25

Water Contact Advisory for Broadford Lake

The Garrett County Health Department has issued a water contact advisory for Broadford Lake due to the presence of a blue-green algae (Microcystis) bloom. The Town reaffirms that the Oakland drinking water supply remains clean, reliable, and safe. Oakland’s raw source water and processed drinking water are regularly tested in accordance with regulations and results continue to confirm that the drinking water remains safe for consumption.

Andrew Sauder 9/19/25 Andrew Sauder 9/19/25

Seeking Interested Residents to Serve on Planning Commission & Board of Zoning Appeals

The Town of Oakland is seeking interested Town of Oakland residents to serve on the Oakland Board of Zoning Appeals for a three-year term or the Planning Commission for a five-year term.

Valerie Stemac 9/4/25 Valerie Stemac 9/4/25

Town of Oakland Announces the Reopening of the 4th Street Bridge

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Mayor & Town Council Administrative Session Agenda September 9, 2025

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Mayor & Town Council Public Meeting Agenda September 2, 2025

Andrew Sauder 8/26/25 Andrew Sauder 8/26/25

Labor Day Week Updated Trash Schedule

Trash Pickup Schedule Update -

Due to the Labor Day holiday, trash collection will be delayed by one day the week following Labor Day. If your regular pickup day is Monday, it will be on Tuesday - & so on for the rest of the week.

Thanks for your understanding and have a safe holiday weekend!

Andrew Sauder 8/8/25 Andrew Sauder 8/8/25

Seeking Interested Residents to Serve on Planning Commission

The Planning Commission plays a vital role in shaping the long-term vision of Oakland. Members help guide the town’s growth and development by advising on the Comprehensive Plan, reviewing zoning and subdivision proposals, and making recommendations to ensure land use decisions reflect the best interests of the community.