The Bay $100 Million Is Coming to Deep East Oakland
Oct 11, 2024
Olivia Cruz Maeda, a reporter behind the KQED docuseries 'Deep Down', discusses a transformative $100 million investment in Deep East Oakland. She shares the community's rich history, emphasizing resilience amid challenges like disinvestment and the crack epidemic. The conversation highlights residents' aspirations for local improvements, focusing on combatting homelessness and fostering economic growth. With the community deciding how to use the funding, optimism flourishes as they aim to reclaim and revitalize their neighborhood.
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Carolyn Johnson's Experience
- Carolyn Johnson, working in real estate, was the only person of color at a workshop discussing Oakland's future.
- The speaker likened Oakland to "District 1" from Hunger Games, aiming to erase Deep East Oakland, shocking Johnson.
Deep East Oakland's Struggles
- Deep East Oakland, particularly the area called "the 80s" or "Killing Zone," has suffered from long-term disinvestment.
- This area was severely impacted by the crack cocaine epidemic.
$100 Million Investment
- A $100 million investment is coming to Deep East Oakland.
- Longtime residents, including Carolyn Johnson, will decide how the money is used.