The move upsets some former colleagues who are concerned that a specialist on the effects of nicotine in adolescents has gone to work for the industry.
Though not yet available to the public, if it was, many residents across the Bay Area would have received a warning as soon as the shocks began at the origin.
Schaaf is experienced with Oakland's efforts to provide residents at risk of eviction with legal or financial support, community cabin programs and safe overnight parking for RVs.