Oakland’s current governing body is a system consisting of five elected officials; one Mayor and four Aldermen who run for office every four years. In addition to these officials, a municipal judge, two attorneys, and several advisory groups help oversee the operation and healthy growth of the community.
The citizens of Oakland also have the opportunity to elect several individuals who serve on the Fayette County seat located in Somerville Tennessee. And finally, our residents elect a handful of men and women who represent Oakland’s constituents and their interests on a state and federal level.
“Oakland TN was established in 1830 on both sides of Stage Road, a road running from Memphis through Raleigh, through Oakland and on to Somerville. Dr. James A. Hunter erected the first house and he and his brothers opened the first dry goods store. By 1831, Oakland had enough residents for a post office.” from The History of Fayette County, Tennessee pages 256-257
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“Oakland TN was established in 1830 on both sides of Stage Road, a road running from Memphis through Raleigh, through Oakland and on to Somerville. Dr. James A. Hunter erected the first house and he and his brothers opened the first dry goods store. By 1831, Oakland had enough residents for a post office.” from The History of Fayette County, Tennessee pages 256-257