Portrait of William Gilchrist

William Gilchrist

Director Gilchrist has 35 years of experience as a planner and designer. He was director of place-based planning in New Orleans where he focused on the city's design and development strategy. He was previously a senior associate at AECOM in Atlanta and planning director in Birmingham, Alabama.

Title: Director

Department: Planning & Building

Email Address: wgilchrist@oaklandca.gov

Phone Number: 510-238-2936