SupplyBank.org Secured Oakland Shoreline Lease
The nonprofit has signed a 65-year deal to redevelop 100 acres of waterfront property in East Oakland.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Commercial
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SupplyBank.org has finalized a 65-year lease agreement with the East Bay Municipal Utility District for a 100-acre site along the East Oakland shoreline. The expansive project aims to transform the land located across Interstate 880 from the Coliseum.
Why it matters
This long-term agreement represents a significant effort to revitalize an overlooked and disconnected stretch of the local coastline. By partnering with the utility district, the nonprofit plans to integrate essential infrastructure with community-focused distribution facilities.
The development plan calls for the construction of a 120,000-square-foot facility in the first phase, followed by a second phase adding a 160,000-square-foot center. Additionally, the project includes the restoration of one mile of shoreline.
The players
SupplyBank.org
This Oakland-based nonprofit organization focuses on distributing essential goods to individuals and families in need.
East Bay Municipal Utility District
This public agency provides water and wastewater services to over one million people in the East Bay region.
Barbara Lee
As the Mayor of Oakland, she provides leadership and oversight for citywide economic development and public projects.
The details
The site, known as the Oakport Campus, will serve as a hub for both utility district operations and nonprofit distribution services. The development is designed to modernize the waterfront area while providing significant new space for regional logistics and public utility needs.
Timeline
Friday, October 2, 2026: Mayor Barbara Lee discussed the details of the project at a press conference.
Culture Shift
This project reflects a broader trend of repurposing underutilized industrial waterfronts into mixed-use sites that combine public utility infrastructure with nonprofit services. It aligns with the regional move toward reclaiming post-industrial shoreline areas for modern, sustainable community use.
Residents near the East Oakland shoreline can expect long-term site preparation and construction activity as the one-mile stretch of waterfront is rebuilt. This development aims to improve access to the currently disconnected area, eventually providing a more functional and revitalized public space near the Coliseum.
The takeaway
The transformation of the Oakport Campus marks a major shift in how the city manages its industrial waterfront assets. Residents should monitor future city planning updates to see how subsequent construction phases may affect traffic and access along the Interstate 880 corridor.
Further reading
For more information on ongoing infrastructure projects, visit the Commercial section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC Bay Area.
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