Welcome to the Omni key card request page. This is how you request access to The Omni Commons.

Our door is unlocked by a magnetic card reader. Instead of handing out new cards, we will give access to a card you already carry around with you.

1. Make sure you are allowed access according to our key policy. If you don't meet the criteria for 24/7 Omni access, you must make arrangements with the Omni community before filling out this form.
2. If you want to use your own card, it needs to be a credit/debit/atm/gift card like something that could be swiped in a payment machine. It can be expired/empty and it will NOT be modified in any way - we just read it to recognize you. And the magnetic stripe has to be in good condition (no visible wear). Cards that will NOT work: BART cards, Clipper cards, drivers licenses, California ID or cards without a magnetic stripe (e.g. Oakland library cards).
   
   If you DON'T have a card that will work, we can provide one to you.
3. Go to the Omni front door, and swipe your card in the card reader. The door will not open, but the computer will remember your card so we can grant access to it.
   
   It should show a GREEN light and make a sad tone each time you swipe. If it shows a RED light it was not able to be read that time. Wait at least two seconds between swipes while doing this process. Please swipe at least ten times, not including if the light blinks red, with the stripe on the left, downward.
4. Note the EXACT TIME of your swipe, and fill out the form below:

If you have questions, feel free to email the keys list to get personal service.

full name:
preferred pseudonym (for public log of card swipes):
relation to omni:
I'm a member of these Omni working groups:
I need a key because:
email:
phone or other info (optional; for internal records):
exact time of card swipe:

This form sends an email to a mailing list. You can also send questions/comments to keys@omnicommons.org.