Activist's Calendar
Weekly Summary of Upcoming Berkeley City Meetings with Agenda Highlights
and Community Civic Events
The process for creating the weekly summary of meetings and events includes review of City Council and every Berkeley Board and Commission webpage for upcoming meetings. Every meeting agenda is read and topics of interest are listed. The City Council meeting agendas and the draft agenda for review before the Agenda Committee list every item, not just items of interest. When the listed title of the agenda item is confusing or doesn't relate to the content of the item, a more complete description is substituted. The process for creating the weekly summary starts after the close of City offices on Friday at 5:00 pm. The weekly summary of meetings is usually posted between midnight Friday and 3:00 pm Saturday for the coming week.
On April 29, 2022 the City of Berkeley turned on a new City website https://berkeleyca.gov/. Nearly all of the websites attached to meeting notices prior to April 29, 2022 no longer work and many of the agendas listed in What's Ahead are no longer accessible without a public records request.
Though it can be tedious to scroll through old Weekly Summaries going back to July 17, 2017, the summaries can be word searched for specific agenda items. this may be the only accessible list of key agenda items from City of Berkeley public meetings.
To Check For Regional Meetings with Berkeley Council Appointees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/committee-and-regional-body-appointees
To check for Berkeley Unified School District Board Meetings go to
https://www.berkeleyschools.net/schoolboard/board-meeting-information/
To check for Notices of Decision - This website has disappeared with activation of the new City of Berkeley website and no link has been found to update this information. The listing of projects in the appeal period can only be found by looking up each project individually through permits online by address or permit number https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/2022-03/Online-Building-Permits-Guide.pdf
Audio Recordings of City Council Committee Meetings are available and the quality is surprisingly good
Audio Recordings: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/zq7y9dh8dnzxmyr/AAB5RiBjmc_ym-8xpv1e10XOa?dl=0
(Note: A Dropbox account is not required in order to access the MP3 files.)
Holidays and Reduced Service Days are listed at https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-holidays
January 12 - January 19, 2025
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with City Board and Commission meetings. City Council is on winter recess until January 20, 2025. The first council meeting of the new year is January 21. The agenda is available for comment at the bottom of this email with middle housing (26), Berkeley as a sanctuary city (27) and upgrades to high risk intersections and AB 413 (28).
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice, webinars and City of Berkeley Recreation Calendar. https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 12, 2025 – no meetings found
MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2025
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Section B 2. Sanctuary City Discussion and Action
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 8. Schedule and plan Event Planning Subcommittee meeting, 9. Schedule and plan Safety and Homelessness Subcommittee meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 – no meetings or events found
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2025
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff reports 1. Center for Elders Independence, a PACE program: https://cei.elders.org 2. Family Bridges / Hong Fook Centers: https://www.familybridges.org/hong-fook-cbas-%20centers/ 3. Guide Services: https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/guide 4. Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org Discussion / Action 1. Senior Resource Fair, 2. Parks and Recreation intergenerational activities, 3. Pre-election discussion, 4. Schedule presentation.2025 Measure FF
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: only action approve minutes from 11/20/2024, no reports, presentation, updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. In-depth discussion of domestic violence/gender-based violence recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: Community Festivals at 4 pm
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-community-festivals-0
THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2025
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: one project 1. 1950-1998 Shattuck at University – DRCP2023-0003 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish 5 existing commercial buildings; merge four lots; construct 28-story 411,610 sq ft, mixed-use building with 599 dwelling units including 58 very low-income units (SB 330 density bonus project), 16,920 sq ft of commercial area (489 studio units, 110 2-bedroom units total 709 bedrooms, rooftop restaurant, 154 vehicle parking spaces, 256 long term and 18 short term resident bicycle spaces, 10 commercial bike spaces,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSIONS (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608180534
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC 8. Report from Negotiating Subcommittee: Yes on Measure CC / No on Measure BB, 9. Clerk Referral: Failure to repay unspent public financing funds, 10. Proposed Amendment to Commission Regulation R.2.12.270.1 Administrative Termination of Filing Obligations, 11. Enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Rent Board 2020 campaign, 12. Enforcement referral regarding Campaign for Police Accountability campaign and possible administrative closure of committee pursuant to FCPC Regulation R2.12.270.1, 13. Enforcement referral regarding Vanessa Daniele Marrero, Rent Board, OGC 16. City Clerk referral non-filing of quarterly lobbying activity disclosure: Yuro Sadiki-Torres (Northern CA Land Trust), 17. Commission vacancies, 18. Commissioners Manual – Recommendations for revision (includes action on stipends) 19. Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, Joint FCPC-OGC 20. Brown Act
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 1. 7 pm - MTC grant review: San Pablo /Ashby and 7th Street/Anthony intersections – complete streets intersection projects, 2. 7:20 pm - Daylighting Law (AB 413) implementation, outreach and enforcement – Daylighting law prohibits parking and loading within 20 feet of a crosswalk whether marked or unmarked and within 15 feet when a curb has been extended and relocation of disabled parking in these zones. 3. 7:50 pm – Status, process and schedule to update the citywide bike plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:25 pm 2. Q & A, and discussion by Green Building Subcommittee and Pross Towards a Green Building Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2025
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: General Operating Support at 12 pm
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-general-operating-support
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2025
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) UNIT 1: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS at 9 am
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/cert-classes-unit-1-january-18-2025
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Use web link for information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-january
Sunday, January 19, 2025 – no meetings found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 +++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608180534
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 818 0534
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Land Acknowledgement
Ceremonial Matters
City Manager Comments
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters
Public Comment by Employee Unions
RECESS ITEMS:
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from the AGENDA”
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with City Board and Commission meetings. City Council is on winter recess until January 20, 2025. The first council meeting of the new year is January 21. The agenda is available for comment at the bottom of this email with middle housing (26), Berkeley as a sanctuary city (27) and upgrades to high risk intersections and AB 413 (28).
- Monday, January 13, 2025:
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person at 7 pm with Berkeley as a Sanctuary City on the agenda
- Wednesday, January 15, 2025:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 4 pm the Civic Arts Commission provides a webinar on community festivals.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- The Planning Commission meeting is cancelled.
- Thursday, January 16, 2025:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person with Daylighting CA AB 413 on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices Commission / Open Government Commission (FCPC/OGC) meets in the Hybrid format with a very full agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Design review Committee meets in person on one 26-story project.
- Friday, January 17, 2025:
- At 12 pm the Civic Arts Commission provides a webinar on general operating support.
- Saturday, January 18, 2025:
- At 9 am is unit 1 of the Community Response Team Response (CERT).
- From 9 – 11 am is 3rd Saturday Shoreline Cleanup.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice, webinars and City of Berkeley Recreation Calendar. https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 12, 2025 – no meetings found
MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2025
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Section B 2. Sanctuary City Discussion and Action
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 8. Schedule and plan Event Planning Subcommittee meeting, 9. Schedule and plan Safety and Homelessness Subcommittee meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, January 14, 2025 – no meetings or events found
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2025
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff reports 1. Center for Elders Independence, a PACE program: https://cei.elders.org 2. Family Bridges / Hong Fook Centers: https://www.familybridges.org/hong-fook-cbas-%20centers/ 3. Guide Services: https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/guide 4. Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org Discussion / Action 1. Senior Resource Fair, 2. Parks and Recreation intergenerational activities, 3. Pre-election discussion, 4. Schedule presentation.2025 Measure FF
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: only action approve minutes from 11/20/2024, no reports, presentation, updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. In-depth discussion of domestic violence/gender-based violence recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: Community Festivals at 4 pm
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-community-festivals-0
THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2025
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: one project 1. 1950-1998 Shattuck at University – DRCP2023-0003 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish 5 existing commercial buildings; merge four lots; construct 28-story 411,610 sq ft, mixed-use building with 599 dwelling units including 58 very low-income units (SB 330 density bonus project), 16,920 sq ft of commercial area (489 studio units, 110 2-bedroom units total 709 bedrooms, rooftop restaurant, 154 vehicle parking spaces, 256 long term and 18 short term resident bicycle spaces, 10 commercial bike spaces,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSIONS (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608180534
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC 8. Report from Negotiating Subcommittee: Yes on Measure CC / No on Measure BB, 9. Clerk Referral: Failure to repay unspent public financing funds, 10. Proposed Amendment to Commission Regulation R.2.12.270.1 Administrative Termination of Filing Obligations, 11. Enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Rent Board 2020 campaign, 12. Enforcement referral regarding Campaign for Police Accountability campaign and possible administrative closure of committee pursuant to FCPC Regulation R2.12.270.1, 13. Enforcement referral regarding Vanessa Daniele Marrero, Rent Board, OGC 16. City Clerk referral non-filing of quarterly lobbying activity disclosure: Yuro Sadiki-Torres (Northern CA Land Trust), 17. Commission vacancies, 18. Commissioners Manual – Recommendations for revision (includes action on stipends) 19. Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, Joint FCPC-OGC 20. Brown Act
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA Discussion/Action Items: 1. 7 pm - MTC grant review: San Pablo /Ashby and 7th Street/Anthony intersections – complete streets intersection projects, 2. 7:20 pm - Daylighting Law (AB 413) implementation, outreach and enforcement – Daylighting law prohibits parking and loading within 20 feet of a crosswalk whether marked or unmarked and within 15 feet when a curb has been extended and relocation of disabled parking in these zones. 3. 7:50 pm – Status, process and schedule to update the citywide bike plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6:25 pm 2. Q & A, and discussion by Green Building Subcommittee and Pross Towards a Green Building Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 2025
CIVIC ARTS GRANT WEBINAR: General Operating Support at 12 pm
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/civic-arts-grant-webinar-general-operating-support
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2025
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) UNIT 1: DISASTER PREPAREDNESS at 9 am
Use web link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/cert-classes-unit-1-january-18-2025
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Use web link for information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-january
Sunday, January 19, 2025 – no meetings found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA, Tuesday, January 21, 2025 +++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL at 6 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608180534
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 818 0534
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Land Acknowledgement
Ceremonial Matters
City Manager Comments
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters
Public Comment by Employee Unions
RECESS ITEMS:
- Radu, City Manager Office - Amend Contract No. 105938-1 add $42,840 total $274,440 with Koefran Industries to provide weekly removal and disposal of deceased animals from Berkeley Animal Care Services (BACS) through 2027
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contracts 32000146 add $500,000 total $1,517,000 with Vestis Services, LLC (formerly Aramark Uniform Services) for Uniforms and Laundering and 32300013 add $500,000 total $1,235,000 with Herc Rental Inc. for Rental Equipment and Products
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400177 add $20,000 total $120,000 with Dr. Lisa B. Hernandez for Health Officer Coverage
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $2,683,395 (includes 10% contingency) with Rosas Brothers Construction for FY 2025 Curb Ramp Improvement (Specification No. 25-11679-C)
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amend Contract No. 32400129 add $45,203 total $85,203 with IGM Technology Corporation for Digital Budget Book Services and extend to 1/31/2027
- Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $330,000 with Records Xpress of California, LLC dbs Access Information Management for Offsite Records Management Services 12/1/2024 -11/30/2029
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $150,000 with Julie W. Change Public Artwork Commission for Willard Clubhouse 18’5” wide 10’ tall
- Hollander, Economic Development – Accept National Endowment for the Arts Grant $40,000 to enhance Civic Arts Grant Programming
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $12,169,940 (Environmental database migration- $275,000, Pavement Management Consulting-$900,000, Staff uniforms-$200,000, Recreation Management SaaS Platform-$150,000, Cesar Chavez Perimeter Pathway-$1,500,000, On-Call Stormwater for Transfer Station-$200,000, Integration Platform-$500,000, Waste Disposalplus cylinders-$350,000, Corp Yard Green Room and Building H Improvements-$1,650,000, Environmental Consulting on-call-$500,000, Citation and Permit Management-$5,819,940)
- Sprague, Fire – Authorized Agent Update Resolution 69,682-N.S. for FEMA Public Assistance to engage for another 3 years with FEMA and Governor’s Office for Emergency Services
- Gilman HHCS – Amend Contract No 32100126 add $30,000 total $205,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for housing Consultant Services end 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Housing Trust Fund Recommendations for MLK Jr House Predevelopment Funds disperse $320,000 and Haste Street Rehabilitation Funds reserve $500,000
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts No(s) 32400134 Lind Marine, 32400135 Silverado Contractors, 32400145 Power Engineering to remove and dispose derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina by increasing contract amount by $55,000 total $217,000 and extend to 9/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks Amend Contract No. 32100143 add $86,000 total $806,000 with ACTC/Caltrans for Construction of Gilman Street Sanitary Sewer Line Extension
- Ferris, Parks – Accept Donation $16,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Animal Care Shelter for new fencing for animal training area at Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Contract $200,000 with Benchmark Analytics for Early Intervention System (EIS) Platform 2/3/2025 – 2/3/2027 with option to extend for 2 years total $400,000
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 100692-5 add $2,000,000 total $5,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services and extend from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2027
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 31900143 add $2,000,000 total $7,365,545 with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Managements System and extend 18 months to 8/4/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Two Reimbursement Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for construction of safety improvements at Addison and Bancroft Way
- Davis, Public Works – Master Contract No. 901979, Purchase Order, California Automotive Retailing Group dba Dublin Chevrolet for two 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Police Pursuit Vehicles not to exceed $220,000
- Mental Health Commission – Appoint Lisa Teague to the Mental Health Commission 3-year term 1/22/2025 – 1/21/2028
- Mayor Ishii – Seating Arrangement, Vice Mayor Term Revision, Committee and Council Appointments
- Gilman, HHCS – Public Hearing – California Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for 2001 Ashby Avenue
- Ferris, Parks – Public Hearing – Changes to Recreation and Camps Program Fees
- Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2708 Prince Street, Use Permit ZP2024-0024, demolish single family home and garage and construct 2-story duplex 24 ft height, 3,118 sq-ft
- Kesarwani – Expanding Homeownership Opportunities for Middle-Income Earners Refer to City Manager to develop modifications to BMC Title 21 (Subdivisions) and refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to develop modifications to Title 23 (Zoning) to enhance ownership opportunities for middle-housing-in alignment with unanimous Council direction for Middle Housing Ordinance and allowances under Chapter 783, Statutes of 2023
- Blackaby, cosponsors Ishii, Lunaparra, Taplin – Reaffirm Berkeley as a Sanctuary City, refer to City Attorney to explore possibility of pledging the City’s legal support to help “sensitive sites” defend themselves against civil litigation, create taskforce of councilmembers and community members/organizations, UC officials to continually assess threats to Berkeley’s immigrant community and participate in the process of codifying Berkeley’s Sanctuary protections through a city ordinance
- Lunaparra – Budget Referral – Curb Marking and Preventive Infrastructure Upgrades at High-Risk Intersections in accordance with New California Daylighting Law AB 413
- Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up status Update
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from the AGENDA”
- Radu, City Manager Office – Contract $60,323.58 with Edgeworth Integration LLC for purchase and installation of new security camera syster server (cameras in place) at Berkeley Animal care Services 1/22/2025 – 1/21/2026 – Rescheduled to 2-11-2025
- Police Accountability Board – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: An Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board (see report for details – 271 Pages) – Referred to Public Safety Committee
- Kesarwani – Establish Rules and Limits When Community-Based Organizations Receive City Funding without Procurement to Promote Transparency, Fairness, and Stewardship of Public Funds – Referred to Budget Committee
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) 3/25/2025
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
January 5 - January 12, 2025
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with City Board and Commission meetings. City Council is on winter recess until January 20, 2025. The first council meeting of the new year is January 21, but you can check the draft agenda in this posting.
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
I have a busy week ahead. The summary of the meetings for the week of January 12 – 18 will arrive late so don’t expect it until the 12th or 13th.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 5, 2025 – no meetings found
MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2025
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, January 6, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615494884
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 549 4884
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -01/21/2025 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar,Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Strengthening Committee Systems, Vetting Major Items, 10. Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2033-2035 Francisco Street – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, 7. 1900-Block Shattuck Avenue/2074-2079 University – Demolition referral, 9. 2012-2024 Ashby – Section 106 Review of St. Paul Terrace affordable housing project, 10. 1708 Harmon/3240 Ellis - Section 106 Review of St. Paul Terrace affordable housing project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: IV. Recommendation to Revise Job Classification – Mid-Level Practitioner, V. Recommendation to revise Unrepresented Employee Manual to add 5% Differential to Program II Classifications Assigned to City Manager’s Office, VII. Discussion copy of Berkeley Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA: Proposal for Cube Space April 2025 – June 2025
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2025
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: B. Update 2025 Library schedule. C Fiscal Year 2025 purchase authorization revised vendor list.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 7. Log of complaints, 10. Prepare for February officer elections, 11. Work Plan development.
NOTE: this meeting is conducted in the hybrid format for commissioners, but the ZOOM link is not published for the general public. Disabled community members must request accommodation to join remotely.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from Options Encampment Mobile Wellness Team with Q and A, 8. Possible letter to Council supporting citywide restroom project, 9. Staff presentation on navigating the path from homelessness to permanent housing discussion and possible action, 10. Brief introduction from staff to grievance polocies at community-based organizations, 11. Upcoming Measure P allocation process and projected revenue.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park
AGENDA: 10. Director’s report, 11. Workplan, 12. Discussion possible dates for PRW Commission Tours of City Parks and dates for visits to Resident Camps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1900 Addison, 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89174589069
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5-8. Staff, Board and Police Chief reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action on new complaint policy, b. Discussion and action on Enforcement of Restraining Orders, c. i. Designation of presenter for PAB’s report to City Council on Texting Offenses and Independent Investigation (Police Texting offenses and arrest quotas listed in draft agenda for the Council meeting on January 21, 2024 with a 271 page report from the PAB in the Council meeting agenda packet), ii 2024 PAB Report on Fair and Impartial Policing, d. Annual report, e. Calendar, f. Discussion and action on establishing Mutual Aid Agreement subcommittee, g. nomination for officers for 2025, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2025
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Appeal Hearing of Administration Citation: 65 Arden Road, 7. Discussion and possible action Single Family Home Rehabilitation (SFR) Loan Program for FY 2026-2028, 8. Public Hearing on the City of Berkely’s Draft Program Year 2025-2026 Consolidated Plan, Discussion and possible action : 2024 Statewide Housing Legislation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83052071398
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 830 5207 1398
AGENDA: one project continued from September 26, 2024 and October 10, 2024
2. 1048 Keith – Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 – to demolish 2,760 sq ft single family dwelling and construct 2-story 3,600 sq ft single family dwelling within the rear setback and parking pad in the front setback ( 1048 Keith Avenue sits in the Berkeley Hazard Trifecta, on top of the Hayward fault, in an active landslide zone, and in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) – you can read my comments in the attached Activist’s Diary The Berkeley Hazard Trifecta).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 10, 2025 – no meetings found
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2025
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 12, 2025 – no meetings found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, January 6, 2025 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, January 6, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615494884
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 549 4884
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Land Acknowledgement
Ceremonial Matters
City Manager Comments
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters
Public Comment by Employee Unions
RECESS ITEMS:
LAND USE CALENDAR
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week is posted on the What Happened page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/what-happened.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
The Activist’s Calendar of meetings is posted on the What’s Ahead page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to: [email protected].If you want to receive the Activist’s Diary send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to- [email protected] -with the request to be removed from the email list.
Worth Noting:
Busy week ahead with City Board and Commission meetings. City Council is on winter recess until January 20, 2025. The first council meeting of the new year is January 21, but you can check the draft agenda in this posting.
- Monday, January 6, 2025:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, January 7, 2025:
- At 3:30 pm the Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee meets on zoom.
- Wednesday, January 8, 2025:
- At 5 pm the Disability Commission meets in person. Commissioners are able to attend on zoom, but the zoom link is not published for the public.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, January 9, 2025:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with one project 1048 Keith Avenue in the Berkeley Hazard Trifecta Zone. (my Activist’s Diary on the Project is attached).
- Saturday, January 11, 2025: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on Zoom.
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
I have a busy week ahead. The summary of the meetings for the week of January 12 – 18 will arrive late so don’t expect it until the 12th or 13th.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, January 5, 2025 – no meetings found
MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2025
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, January 6, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615494884
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 549 4884
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -01/21/2025 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, Scheduling: 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar,Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Strengthening Committee Systems, Vetting Major Items, 10. Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2033-2035 Francisco Street – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation, 7. 1900-Block Shattuck Avenue/2074-2079 University – Demolition referral, 9. 2012-2024 Ashby – Section 106 Review of St. Paul Terrace affordable housing project, 10. 1708 Harmon/3240 Ellis - Section 106 Review of St. Paul Terrace affordable housing project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: IV. Recommendation to Revise Job Classification – Mid-Level Practitioner, V. Recommendation to revise Unrepresented Employee Manual to add 5% Differential to Program II Classifications Assigned to City Manager’s Office, VII. Discussion copy of Berkeley Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA: Proposal for Cube Space April 2025 – June 2025
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2025
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: B. Update 2025 Library schedule. C Fiscal Year 2025 purchase authorization revised vendor list.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 7. Log of complaints, 10. Prepare for February officer elections, 11. Work Plan development.
NOTE: this meeting is conducted in the hybrid format for commissioners, but the ZOOM link is not published for the general public. Disabled community members must request accommodation to join remotely.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from Options Encampment Mobile Wellness Team with Q and A, 8. Possible letter to Council supporting citywide restroom project, 9. Staff presentation on navigating the path from homelessness to permanent housing discussion and possible action, 10. Brief introduction from staff to grievance polocies at community-based organizations, 11. Upcoming Measure P allocation process and projected revenue.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, San Pablo Park
AGENDA: 10. Director’s report, 11. Workplan, 12. Discussion possible dates for PRW Commission Tours of City Parks and dates for visits to Resident Camps.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1900 Addison, 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89174589069
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5-8. Staff, Board and Police Chief reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action on new complaint policy, b. Discussion and action on Enforcement of Restraining Orders, c. i. Designation of presenter for PAB’s report to City Council on Texting Offenses and Independent Investigation (Police Texting offenses and arrest quotas listed in draft agenda for the Council meeting on January 21, 2024 with a 271 page report from the PAB in the Council meeting agenda packet), ii 2024 PAB Report on Fair and Impartial Policing, d. Annual report, e. Calendar, f. Discussion and action on establishing Mutual Aid Agreement subcommittee, g. nomination for officers for 2025, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2025
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Appeal Hearing of Administration Citation: 65 Arden Road, 7. Discussion and possible action Single Family Home Rehabilitation (SFR) Loan Program for FY 2026-2028, 8. Public Hearing on the City of Berkely’s Draft Program Year 2025-2026 Consolidated Plan, Discussion and possible action : 2024 Statewide Housing Legislation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison, BUSD Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83052071398
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 830 5207 1398
AGENDA: one project continued from September 26, 2024 and October 10, 2024
2. 1048 Keith – Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 – to demolish 2,760 sq ft single family dwelling and construct 2-story 3,600 sq ft single family dwelling within the rear setback and parking pad in the front setback ( 1048 Keith Avenue sits in the Berkeley Hazard Trifecta, on top of the Hayward fault, in an active landslide zone, and in the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone (VHFHSZ) – you can read my comments in the attached Activist’s Diary The Berkeley Hazard Trifecta).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, January 10, 2025 – no meetings found
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 2025
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, January 12, 2025 – no meetings found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, January 6, 2025 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, January 6, 2025
Members: Ishii, Taplin, Bartlett
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615494884
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 549 4884
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Land Acknowledgement
Ceremonial Matters
City Manager Comments
Public Comment on Non-Agenda Matters
Public Comment by Employee Unions
RECESS ITEMS:
- Radu, City Manager Office - Amend Contract No. 105938-1 add $42,840 total $274,440 with Koefran Industries to provide weekly removal and disposal of deceased animals from Berkeley Animal Care Services (BACS) through 2027
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contracts 32000146 add $500,000 with Vestis Services, LLC (formerly Aramark Uniform Services) for Uniforms and Laundering and 32300013 add $500,000 with Herc Rental Inc. for Rental Equipment and Products
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400177 add $20,000 total $120,000 with Dr. Lisa B. Hernandez for Health Officer Coverage
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $2,683,395 (includes 10% contingency) with Rosas Brothers Construction for FY 2025 Curb Ramp Improvement (Specification No. 25-11679-C)
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amend Contract No. 32400129 add $45,203 total $85,203 with IGM Technology Corporation for Digital Budget Book Services and extend to 1/31/2027
- Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $330,000 with Records Xpress of California, LLC dbs Access Information Management for Offsite Records Management Services 12/1/2024-11/30/2029
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $150,000 with Julie W. Change Public Artwork Commission for Willard Clubhouse
- Hollander, Economic Development – Accept National Endowment for the Arts Grant $40,000 to enhance Civic Arts Grant Programming
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations (no amount included)
- Sprague, Fire – Authorized Agent Update Resolution 69,682-N.S. for FEMA Public Assistance to engage for another 3 years with FEMA and Governor’s Office for Emergency Services
- Gilman HHCS – Amend Contract No 32100126 add $30,000 total $205,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for housing Consultant Services end 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Housing Trust Fund Recommendations for MLK Jr House Predevelopment Funds disperse $320,000 and Haste Street Rehabilitation Funds reserve $500,000
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contracts No(s) 32400134 Lind Marine, 32400135 Silverado Contractors, 32400145 Power Engineering to remove and dispose derelict and abandoned vessels at Berkeley Marina by increasing contract amount by $55,000 total $217,000 and extend to 9/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks Amend Contract No. 32100143 add $86,000 total $806,000 with ACTC/Caltrans for Contruction of Gilman Street Sanitary Sewer Line Extension
- Ferris, Parks – Accept Donation $16,000 from Friends of the Berkeley Animal Care Shelter for new fencing for animal training area at Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Contract $200,000 with Benchmark Analytics for Early Intervention System (EIS) Platform 2/3/2025 – 2/3/2027 with option to extend for 2 years total $400,000
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 100692-5 add $2,000,000 total $5,000,000 with Serological Research Institute for DNA Testing Services and extend from 6/30/2025 to 6/30/2027
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 31900143 add $2,000,000 total $7,365,545 with Passport Labs Incorporated for a Parking Managements System and extend 18 months to 8/4/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Two Reimbursement Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad fo construction of safety improvements at Addison and Bancroft Way
- Davis, Public Works – Master Contract No. 901979, Purchase Order, California Automotive Retailing Group dba Dublin Chevrolet for two 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Police Pursuit Vehicles not to exceed $220,000
- Mental Health Commission – Appoint Lisa Teague to the Mental Health Commission 3-year term 1/22/2025 – 1/21/2028
- Mayor Ishii – Seating Arrangement, Vice Mayor Term Revision, Committee and Council Appointments
- Gilman, HHCS – Public Hearing – California Municipal Finance Authority Bond Financing for 2001 Ashby Avenue
- Ferris, Parks – Public Hearing – Changes to Recreation and Camps Program Fees
- Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2708 Prince Street, Use Permit ZP2024-0024, demolish single family home and garage and construct 2-story duplex 24 ft height, 3,118 sq-ft
- Radu, City Manager Office – Contract $60,323.58 with Edgeworth Integration LLC for purchase and installation of new security camera syster server (cameras in place) at Berkeley Animal care Services 1/22/2025 – 1/21/2026
- Police Accountability Board – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: An Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board (see report for details – 271 Pages)
- Kesarwani – Expanding Homeownership Opportunities for Middle-Income Earners Refer to City Manager to develop modifications to BMC Title 21 (Subdivisions) and refer to City Manager and Planning Commission to develop modifications to Title 23 (Zoning) to enhance ownership opportunities for middlehousing-in alignment with unanimous Council direction for Middle Housing Ordinance and allowances under Chapter 783, Statutes of 2023
- Kesarwani – Establish Rules and Limits When Community-Based Organizations Receive City Funding without Procurement to Promote Transparency, Fairness, and Stewardship of Public Funds
- Blackaby, cosponsors Ishii, Lunaparra, Taplin – Reaffirm Berkeley as a Sanctuary City
- Lunaparra – Budget Referral – Curb Marking and Preventive Infrastructure Upgrades at High-Risk Intersections in accordance with New California Daylighting Law AB 413
- Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up status Update
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) 3/25/2025
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan
Kelly Hammargren’s summary on what happened the preceding week is posted on the What Happened page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/what-happened.html and in the Berkeley Daily Planet https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/
The Activist’s Calendar of meetings is posted on the What’s Ahead page at: https://www.sustainableberkeleycoalition.com/whats-ahead.html
If you would like to receive the Activist’s Calendar as soon as it is completed send an email to: [email protected].If you want to receive the Activist’s Diary send an email to [email protected]. If you wish to stop receiving the weekly calendar of city meetings please forward the email you received to- [email protected] -with the request to be removed from the email list.
December 15 - December 29, 2024
Worth Noting:
Note this is the last calendar until meetings pick up again in January 2025.
City Council is on winter recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
There are only two city meetings this coming week on Thursday, the Design Review Committee at 6:30 pm in person with one project the 26-story at Oxford at Center and the Rent Stabilization Board meeting with no agenda posted. The rest of the announcements are recreation activities.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission, Zero Waste Commission
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
WINTER WELLNESS HOLIDAY PARTY from 12 – 3 pm
Location: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior center
Activities: Berkeley Mental Health Holiday Party, Music, photo booth, food
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/winter-wellness-holiday-party
Flyer
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Berkeley%20Mental%20Health%20Holiday%20Party_0.pdf
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop-2
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Scholarship%20Nights%20%2724%20%20%283%29.pdf
Thursday, December 19, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at Center – Final design Review – DRCF2024-0006 – two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construction a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income Density Bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space and 36 vehicle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm (check time)
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Saturday, December 21, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-13
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use link for details and to register, $20 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-3
Saturday, December 28, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register. Cost of each session is $10.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club-2
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LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
Note this is the last calendar until meetings pick up again in January 2025.
City Council is on winter recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
There are only two city meetings this coming week on Thursday, the Design Review Committee at 6:30 pm in person with one project the 26-story at Oxford at Center and the Rent Stabilization Board meeting with no agenda posted. The rest of the announcements are recreation activities.
- Tuesday, December 17, 2024:
- From 12 – 3 pm is the Winter Wellness Holiday Party
- Wednesday, December 18, 2024:
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Recreation Scholarship Workshop.
- Thursday, December 19, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- The Rent Board is scheduled to meet. The last meeting was at 6:30 pm, the usual time is 7 pm. Check later for agenda.
- Saturday, December 21, 2024:
- From 9 – 11 am is the 3rd Saturday Shoreline cleanup.
- At 12 pm is Aqua Zumba.
- Saturday, December 28, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12 pm is Nature Journaling for children ages 7 and older. Cost $10/session. (The date is correct as December 28)
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person due to a disability and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN A CITY MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission, Zero Waste Commission
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
WINTER WELLNESS HOLIDAY PARTY from 12 – 3 pm
Location: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior center
Activities: Berkeley Mental Health Holiday Party, Music, photo booth, food
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/winter-wellness-holiday-party
Flyer
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Berkeley%20Mental%20Health%20Holiday%20Party_0.pdf
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop-2
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Scholarship%20Nights%20%2724%20%20%283%29.pdf
Thursday, December 19, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at Center – Final design Review – DRCF2024-0006 – two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construction a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income Density Bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space and 36 vehicle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm (check time)
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Saturday, December 21, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-13
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use link for details and to register, $20 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-3
Saturday, December 28, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register. Cost of each session is $10.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club-2
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025) (Taplin requested at Agenda on September 16, 2024)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
Decmember 8 - December 15, 2024
Worth Noting:
One more City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 10 when our new mayor Adena Ishii picks up the gavel before Council exits for winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
The first meeting with our new mayor and council is Tuesday. There are three community meetings. BNC is meeting on Saturday.
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING,including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Zero Waste Commission
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 8, 2024 – No meetings or events found
Monday, December 9, 2024
SOUTH ADELINE LANDSCAPING AREA IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/884009446
Passcode: 233546
Use Link for details: Community input for improvements from Alcatraz to southern city limit
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-adeline-landscaping-area-improvements-community-meeting-2
EVENT Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/South%20Adeline%20Area%20Landscaping%20Improvements%20Community%20Meeting%20%232%20Flyer.pdf
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Chair Announcements, 7. Director’s report, 8. 2025 Meeting dates, 9. Event Planning Subcommittee, 10. Discussion/Action Safety and Homelessness Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
AGENDA: Confirm Results of the November 5, 2024 General Election.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-december-10-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
COMMUNITY MEETING on UNHOUSED SHELTER at HOWARD JOHNSON MOTEL on UNIVERSITY meeting from 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Location: meeting at 1125 University, West Branch Public Library
AGENDA: Councilmember Igor Tregub staff, City Manager and representatives from Dorothy Day House will give a short presentation and answer questions. Howard Johnson’s is at 1512 University.
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop-1
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Scholarship%20Nights%20%2724%20%20%283%29.pdf
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1900 Addison, 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff reports, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. A. Discussion and action on the subcommittee proposed PAB Policy Review Process, 10. a. Policy Complaint 2024-PR-0007 of PAB’s Standing Rules, b. ODPA Policy Review 2023-PR-0007, c. Status update on outstanding request to BPD for Vehicle Pursuit Forms, d. PAB Strategic Planning Session for 2025, e. PAB reports to council, f. Budget and Programmatic Updates for 2025, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed session on 37 complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 12, 2024
AQUATIC PARK DREAMLAND COMMUNITY Meeting #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82444255078
Passcode: 277275
Use Link for details: Provide input on Dreamland Playground
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-dreamland-community-meeting-2
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Aqutic%20Park%20Dreamland%20Flyer%20Community%20Meeting%20%232.pdf
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87955934705
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 879 5593 4705
AGENDA: 3. 2550 Shattuck – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0138 – to demolish 2-story non-residential building and construct a 7-story (75 feet) 68,672 sq-ft mixed use residential building with 72 dwellings (8 very low income) and 3247 sq ft of commercial space including 3 live/work units utilizing Tier 3 density bonus
4. 2317 Channing- on consent – Use Permit #ZP2024-0033 - to modify originally approved project under #ZP2020-0090 to increase project from 4-story to 5-story increasing units from 17 to 22.
5. 933 Gilman – on action – Use permit #ZP2023-0135 – public safety facility for the Berkeley Fire Department and Emergency Operations Center 47,900 sq ft.
6. 2274 Shattuck – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0079 – to demolish commercial building with preservation and renovation the front façade and lobby and construct 17-story 183 feet plus 5 ft parapet at United Artists Movie Theater site. 227 dwelling units including 23 very low-income density bonus qualifying units and one parking space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 13, 2024
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING PARTY from 6 - 8 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use Link to REGISTER for waitlist and for details: $10 per family
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/DEI%20Gingerbread%20House%20Decorating%20Party.pdf
LIVE OAK LAUGHS “LOL” COMEDY SHOW at 7:30 pm
Location: at 2100 Browning, Live Oak Community Center
Use Link to REGISTER and for details: Cost $20 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-lol-comedy-show-0
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Stand%20Up%20Comedy%20Instagram%20Post%20%28Real%20Estate%20Flyer%29.pdf
Saturday, December 14, 2024
PANCAKE BREAKFAST with SANTA at 8:30 am
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use Link to REGISTER and for details: Two Seatings, $10 per person, Seating 1: at 8:30, Seating 2: at 9:45 am
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pancake-breakfast-santa
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Breakfast%20With%20Santa%202024%20%281%29.pdf
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
YOUTH SPORTS JAMBOREE at 11 am
Location: at 1720 Eighth St., James Kenny Park
Use Link for details: For Ages 7 – 16, all children must be accompanied by an adult
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/youth-sports-jamboree
Sunday, December 15, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA DECEMBER 10, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: Swearing in of newly elected and re-elected officials
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT Continued Business:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
INFORMATION ITENS:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
One more City Council meeting on Tuesday, December 10 when our new mayor Adena Ishii picks up the gavel before Council exits for winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
The first meeting with our new mayor and council is Tuesday. There are three community meetings. BNC is meeting on Saturday.
- Monday, December 9, 2024:
- At 6 pm is the South Adeline Landscaping community meeting on zoom.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday, December 10, 2024: Both in hybrid format
- At 5:30 pm is the certification of the election results.
- At 6 pm is the last council meeting before winter recess. and the new mayor and council are sworn in.
- Wednesday, December 11, 2024:
- At 6 pm is the in-person community meeting for neighbors of the shelter at Howard Johnson’s 1512 University sponsored by District 4 and Dorothy Day.
- From 6 - 7:30 pm is Registration for Recreation Scholarships.
- At 6:30 pm is the Police Accountability Board meeting in the hybrid format.
- Thursday, December 12, 2024:
- At 6 pm is the community meeting on Dreamland Park design on zoom.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with the 17-story mixed use project at the United Artists Movie Theater site on Shattuck as item 6 on the agenda.
- Friday, December 13, 2024:
- At 6 pm is Gingerbread House Decorating.
- At 7:30 pm is the comedy show.
- Saturday, December 14, 2024:
- At 10 am BNC meets on zoom.
- See details below for annual pancake and Santa breakfast.
- At 11 am sports Jamboree
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING,including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission, Zero Waste Commission
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 8, 2024 – No meetings or events found
Monday, December 9, 2024
SOUTH ADELINE LANDSCAPING AREA IMPROVEMENTS Community Meeting #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/884009446
Passcode: 233546
Use Link for details: Community input for improvements from Alcatraz to southern city limit
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-adeline-landscaping-area-improvements-community-meeting-2
EVENT Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/South%20Adeline%20Area%20Landscaping%20Improvements%20Community%20Meeting%20%232%20Flyer.pdf
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment, 6. Chair Announcements, 7. Director’s report, 8. 2025 Meeting dates, 9. Event Planning Subcommittee, 10. Discussion/Action Safety and Homelessness Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
AGENDA: Confirm Results of the November 5, 2024 General Election.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-december-10-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
COMMUNITY MEETING on UNHOUSED SHELTER at HOWARD JOHNSON MOTEL on UNIVERSITY meeting from 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Location: meeting at 1125 University, West Branch Public Library
AGENDA: Councilmember Igor Tregub staff, City Manager and representatives from Dorothy Day House will give a short presentation and answer questions. Howard Johnson’s is at 1512 University.
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop-1
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Scholarship%20Nights%20%2724%20%20%283%29.pdf
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1900 Addison, 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff reports, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. A. Discussion and action on the subcommittee proposed PAB Policy Review Process, 10. a. Policy Complaint 2024-PR-0007 of PAB’s Standing Rules, b. ODPA Policy Review 2023-PR-0007, c. Status update on outstanding request to BPD for Vehicle Pursuit Forms, d. PAB Strategic Planning Session for 2025, e. PAB reports to council, f. Budget and Programmatic Updates for 2025, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed session on 37 complaints.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, December 12, 2024
AQUATIC PARK DREAMLAND COMMUNITY Meeting #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82444255078
Passcode: 277275
Use Link for details: Provide input on Dreamland Playground
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-dreamland-community-meeting-2
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Aqutic%20Park%20Dreamland%20Flyer%20Community%20Meeting%20%232.pdf
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87955934705
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 879 5593 4705
AGENDA: 3. 2550 Shattuck – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0138 – to demolish 2-story non-residential building and construct a 7-story (75 feet) 68,672 sq-ft mixed use residential building with 72 dwellings (8 very low income) and 3247 sq ft of commercial space including 3 live/work units utilizing Tier 3 density bonus
4. 2317 Channing- on consent – Use Permit #ZP2024-0033 - to modify originally approved project under #ZP2020-0090 to increase project from 4-story to 5-story increasing units from 17 to 22.
5. 933 Gilman – on action – Use permit #ZP2023-0135 – public safety facility for the Berkeley Fire Department and Emergency Operations Center 47,900 sq ft.
6. 2274 Shattuck – on action – Use Permit #ZP2023-0079 – to demolish commercial building with preservation and renovation the front façade and lobby and construct 17-story 183 feet plus 5 ft parapet at United Artists Movie Theater site. 227 dwelling units including 23 very low-income density bonus qualifying units and one parking space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, December 13, 2024
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING PARTY from 6 - 8 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use Link to REGISTER for waitlist and for details: $10 per family
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/DEI%20Gingerbread%20House%20Decorating%20Party.pdf
LIVE OAK LAUGHS “LOL” COMEDY SHOW at 7:30 pm
Location: at 2100 Browning, Live Oak Community Center
Use Link to REGISTER and for details: Cost $20 per person
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-lol-comedy-show-0
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Stand%20Up%20Comedy%20Instagram%20Post%20%28Real%20Estate%20Flyer%29.pdf
Saturday, December 14, 2024
PANCAKE BREAKFAST with SANTA at 8:30 am
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use Link to REGISTER and for details: Two Seatings, $10 per person, Seating 1: at 8:30, Seating 2: at 9:45 am
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/pancake-breakfast-santa
Event Flyer:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Breakfast%20With%20Santa%202024%20%281%29.pdf
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
YOUTH SPORTS JAMBOREE at 11 am
Location: at 1720 Eighth St., James Kenny Park
Use Link for details: For Ages 7 – 16, all children must be accompanied by an adult
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/youth-sports-jamboree
Sunday, December 15, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA DECEMBER 10, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: Swearing in of newly elected and re-elected officials
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT Continued Business:
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Lease Agreement – The Framer’s Workshop, LLC. At 2435 and 2439 Channing in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Lease Amendment Ordinance No. 7,943-N.S. – We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Channing in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Davis, Public Works – Lease Amendment Ordinance No. 7,944-N.S. – Dorothy Day House dba Dorothy’s Closet at 2425a Channing in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Keep Innovation in Berkeley Amending BMC Title 23
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for Approval
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $119,300 with CVL Economics for Study of the Economic impact of the Arts in Berkeley for a 2 year term
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $50,000 with Kala Art Institute for framed artwork to be hung in civic buildings
- Hollander, Economic Development –Contract $87,000 with Masako Miki Public Artwork Commission for Aquatic Park Pathway Wall
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid solicitations $13,500.000, Sanitary Sewer $850.000, After Hours Answering Service $350,000, MLK Youth Services Center, YAP Seismic Retrofit and Renovation $10,600,000, On Demand Curbside Chipping Service $1,700,000
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary – Senior Paralegal hourly range $47.4636 to $57.6923
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Class Specifications – Communication Specialist, to allow Charter departments and offices to utilize the classification and provide 5% differential to Communication Specialists assigned to the City Manager’s Office
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Personnel Rule 9.03: Promotion Through a Non-Competitive Process
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32400151 add $150,000 with SDR Consulting for Classification and Compensation Services
- Klein, Planning - Accept Grant Funds $5,729,943 from U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Codes Award and contract with City and County of San Francisco to develop and implement and enforce Building Performance Standards from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2033
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract add $100,000 total $700,000 with Siemans Industry, Inc. for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $973,638 which includes 15% contingency with Terocons Inc. for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract 32000078 add $250,000 total $725,000 with DC Electric Group for On-Call Electrical Services
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with Stommel Inc., dba Lehr for Hybrid Police Patrol Vehicles Supplies, Equipment and Installation Services term 12/15/2024 – 12/15/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $430,000 Braun Northwest Inc. for Two 2025 Ford F-450 North Star Engine Remount of Ambulance Bodies to New Chases
- Davis, Public Works – Agreement Regarding Allocation of costs for Railroad Crossing Improvements for W-SW WBLS West Owner IX, L.P. a California limited liability company and the City for improvements at Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications to MTC Housing Incentive Pool for projects at San Pablo/Ashby intersection improvements up to $1,900,000, Adeline Quick Build $1,050,000 and 7th Street/Anthony Street $2,000,000
- Davis, Public Works – Establish a New Schedule of Fines and Late Payment Penalties for Parking Violations and Rescinding Resolution No. 70,924-N.S.
- Arreguin – Temporary City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments to Agenda Committee Mayor Adena Ishii and Councilmembers Taplin and Bartlett.
- REMOVED - Ferris, Parks – New fees to selected Recreation Facilities and Camps Programs Fees
INFORMATION ITENS:
- Sprague, Fire – Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
- Gilman HHCS – Restaurant Inspection Audit Status
- Kouyoumdijian, HR – Update HR Response: Audit Directives for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
- Davis, Public Works – audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Rocky Road Berkeley Streets
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025) (Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
December 1 - December 8, 2024
Worth Noting:
The first two weeks in December will be the mad dash of meetings to finish up before the winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
The December 10, 2024 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission,
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 1, 2024 – No meetings or events found
Monday, December 2, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Members: Humber, Wengraf, Lunaparra, alternate Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612806382
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 280 6382
AGENDA: 2. Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) to establish a flexible resilience for small residential buildings containing up to four units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: All agenda items for discussion and possible action 7. MLK House Insight Predevelopment Funds and Haste Street Rehabilitation Funds, 8. Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Recommendations, 9. 2024 Statewide Housing Legislation Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: IV. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification - Fire Apparatus Operator, V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Senior Information Systems Specialist, VI. Director HR Report, VII. Copy of Berkeley Matters, VIII. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Termination.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608079819
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation Government Claim of Safeco as subrogee of Michael and Susanne Kossa-Rienzi, 2. Anticipate Litigation Public Employees Union Local 1 v. City of Berkeley, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1250-1288 Ninth Street, 1226 9th, 1249 8th, 1223 8ty, 1221 8ty and 930 Harrison.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
AGENDA: one item on consent 1. MOU – New 3-year contract June 27, 2024 – July 26, 2027 with SEIU Local 1021 CSU/PTRLA
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III. A. Berkeley Public Library Rules of Use Policy Update, b. Recommendation to Adopt Equity and Harm Acknowledgement Statement, C. Personnel Change Update – creation of three new positions, D. Collection Development Policy Update
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell Street, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Aquatic Park Mural Proposal – Temporary display through December 2025, B. Cesar Chavez Dog Park Mosaic Proposal – Temporary Display through June 2026, c) Willard Clubhouse Public art Project: panel artist selection Julie Chang d) Municipal Artist-in-Residence Framed Artwork Purchase, e) FY2026 Individual Artist Project Grant Guidelines, f) FY2026 Arts Program Grants Guidelines, g) FY2026 Festivals Arts Program Grants Guidelines, h) FY2026 General Operating Support Grants Guidelines, i) Grant Review Panelists, j) 2025 meeting schedule, k) Report: Waterfront Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Affordable Housing Fee, 11. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Update, 12. Public Hearing: Tentative Tract Map #8717
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: No Agenda posted as of November 30, 2024, 11:33 am, check later, web page lists meeting as December 3, meeting is on December 4. Commission members have the agenda, but not the public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop
Thursday, December 5, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: No Agenda Posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 6, 2024
TEEN NIGHT TURN UP HOLIDAY DANCE at 6 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Pre-Registration Required: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-turn-holiday-dance
Event Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Teen%20Night%20Turn%20Up%20Dance%20Flyer%20.24.pdf
Saturday, December 7, 2024– no meetings or events found
WINTER=THEMED CARNIVAL and CAMP from 10 am – 1 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
To Register and Activities: Check Website, for Children five and under. $10 / $12 for non-residents per child. Adult must accompany child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/december-events-camps-berkeley-tots-and-families
WINTER YOUTH FESTIVAL & BIKE PARADE at AQUATIC PARK from 12 – 4 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar Drive, Aquatic Park
Activities: Check Website for full list, fire truck tours, cookie decorating, roller skating,
Event Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Waterside%20Workshops%27%202024%20Aquatic%20Park%20Youth%20Festival%20%282%29.pdf
(not an event requiring registration)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/december-events-camps-berkeley-tots-and-families
Sunday, December 8, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS FOR DECEMBER 3 and DECEMBER 10, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
19. Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal of the Solano BID (Business Improvement District for Calendar 2025
20. Klein, Planning – Zoning Ordinance Amendments: Keep Innovation in Berkeley to encourage Research and Development
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21. Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages Status Report
22. Sprague – Measure FF Audit Status Report
23. Louis – Audit Recommendation Status to manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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+++++++++ City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on DECEMBER 10, 2024 +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
20. REMOVED - Ferris, Parks – New fees to selected Recreation Facilities and Camps Programs Fees
INFORMATION ITENS:
21. Sprague, Fire – Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
22. Gilman HHCS – Restaurant Inspection Audit Status
23. Kouyoumdijian, HR – Update HR Response: Audit Directives for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
24. Davis, Public Works – audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Rocky Road Berkeley Streets
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
The first two weeks in December will be the mad dash of meetings to finish up before the winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
The December 10, 2024 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
- Monday, December 2, 2024: A
- t 10 am the Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Committee meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, December 3, 2024: These the last City Council meeting for the current council. The new mayor and council are sworn in on December 10, 2024
- At 4 pm the City Council meets in closed session.
- At 5:30 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm is the City Council Regular meeting in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday, December 4, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Comate Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with 2 public hearings and presentation on San Pablo Avenue Plan.
- From 6 - 7:30 pm is Registration for Recreation Scholarships. At 6:30 pm the board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, December 5, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Friday, December 6, 2024:
- At 6 pm is a Teen Holiday Dance, pre-registration required.
- Saturday, December 6, 2024:
- From 10 am – 1 pm is the Winter-Themed Carnival and Camp for children aged five and under $10 resident/ $12 non-resident per child, registration required.
- From 12 – 4 pm is Winter Carnival at Aquatic Park.
Commissions that do not meet in December: Commission on Aging, Commission on Disability, Commission on the Status of Women, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission,
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, December 1, 2024 – No meetings or events found
Monday, December 2, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Members: Humber, Wengraf, Lunaparra, alternate Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room, 1st Floor
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612806382
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 280 6382
AGENDA: 2. Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) to establish a flexible resilience for small residential buildings containing up to four units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: All agenda items for discussion and possible action 7. MLK House Insight Predevelopment Funds and Haste Street Rehabilitation Funds, 8. Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Recommendations, 9. 2024 Statewide Housing Legislation Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: IV. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification - Fire Apparatus Operator, V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Senior Information Systems Specialist, VI. Director HR Report, VII. Copy of Berkeley Matters, VIII. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Termination.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608079819
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation Government Claim of Safeco as subrogee of Michael and Susanne Kossa-Rienzi, 2. Anticipate Litigation Public Employees Union Local 1 v. City of Berkeley, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1250-1288 Ninth Street, 1226 9th, 1249 8th, 1223 8ty, 1221 8ty and 930 Harrison.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
AGENDA: one item on consent 1. MOU – New 3-year contract June 27, 2024 – July 26, 2027 with SEIU Local 1021 CSU/PTRLA
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III. A. Berkeley Public Library Rules of Use Policy Update, b. Recommendation to Adopt Equity and Harm Acknowledgement Statement, C. Personnel Change Update – creation of three new positions, D. Collection Development Policy Update
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell Street, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Aquatic Park Mural Proposal – Temporary display through December 2025, B. Cesar Chavez Dog Park Mosaic Proposal – Temporary Display through June 2026, c) Willard Clubhouse Public art Project: panel artist selection Julie Chang d) Municipal Artist-in-Residence Framed Artwork Purchase, e) FY2026 Individual Artist Project Grant Guidelines, f) FY2026 Arts Program Grants Guidelines, g) FY2026 Festivals Arts Program Grants Guidelines, h) FY2026 General Operating Support Grants Guidelines, i) Grant Review Panelists, j) 2025 meeting schedule, k) Report: Waterfront Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Affordable Housing Fee, 11. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Update, 12. Public Hearing: Tentative Tract Map #8717
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: No Agenda posted as of November 30, 2024, 11:33 am, check later, web page lists meeting as December 3, meeting is on December 4. Commission members have the agenda, but not the public.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
RECREATION SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP from 6 – 7:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Go to website for required documentation to register for scholarships and waivers from fees for activities including camps
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/recreation-scholarship-workshop
Thursday, December 5, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: No Agenda Posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, December 6, 2024
TEEN NIGHT TURN UP HOLIDAY DANCE at 6 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Pre-Registration Required: https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-turn-holiday-dance
Event Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Teen%20Night%20Turn%20Up%20Dance%20Flyer%20.24.pdf
Saturday, December 7, 2024– no meetings or events found
WINTER=THEMED CARNIVAL and CAMP from 10 am – 1 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
To Register and Activities: Check Website, for Children five and under. $10 / $12 for non-residents per child. Adult must accompany child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/december-events-camps-berkeley-tots-and-families
WINTER YOUTH FESTIVAL & BIKE PARADE at AQUATIC PARK from 12 – 4 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar Drive, Aquatic Park
Activities: Check Website for full list, fire truck tours, cookie decorating, roller skating,
Event Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Waterside%20Workshops%27%202024%20Aquatic%20Park%20Youth%20Festival%20%282%29.pdf
(not an event requiring registration)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/december-events-camps-berkeley-tots-and-families
Sunday, December 8, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS FOR DECEMBER 3 and DECEMBER 10, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Humbert, Tregub – 2nd reading Amending BMC Section 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Legal Agreements
- Friedrichsen, Budget – 2nd reading Adopt Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading – BMC Chapter 22.16, Development Agreement Procedures
- Hollander, Economic Development - Adopt the updated Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Administrative Plan and transfer RLF program to Working Solutions, a federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Public Employees Union-Union One
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3400 Memorial Bench at the Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Lawrence “Lon” Mullen
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $86,496 from the Eli Kane Fund to complete phase 3 of the Solano-Peralta Park Improvement Project, including a memorial bench/table in memory of their son Eli Kane
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $882,278 plus $69,198 for Add Alternatives No. 2 and 3 and a 15% contingency $115,080 with Azul Works, Inc for Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Project.
- Klein, Planning Contracts on-call planning and Environmental Services listing 16 consulting groups totaling $10,700,000.
- Davis, Public Works – 10-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with The Framer’s Workshop at 2435 and 2439 Channing with option to extend for two additional 5-year terms
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with We Wield The Hammer a 501c3 at 2440 Durant with option to extend for one additional 5-year term.
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with Dorothy Day House dba Dorothy’s Closet a 501c3 at 2425a Channing with option to extend for one additional 5-year term
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32500091 add $500,000 with Adura Group, Inc for onsite engineering services through 6/30/2026
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Officially Name the Harrison Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
- Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Refer Berkeley Green New Deal: Environmental Justice and Workforce Development to City Manager, Land Use Housing and Economic Development, Planning Commission, Environment and Climate Commission for inclusion in General Plan
- Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization
- Lunaparra, co-sponsors Humbert, Kesarwani – Bicycle and Pedestrian Access on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
19. Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal of the Solano BID (Business Improvement District for Calendar 2025
20. Klein, Planning – Zoning Ordinance Amendments: Keep Innovation in Berkeley to encourage Research and Development
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21. Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages Status Report
22. Sprague – Measure FF Audit Status Report
23. Louis – Audit Recommendation Status to manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
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+++++++++ City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on DECEMBER 10, 2024 +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601063395
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 106 3395
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
- Swearing in of newly elected and re-elected officials
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for Approval
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $119,300 with CVL Economics for Study of the Economic impact of the Arts in Berkeley for a 2 year term
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $50,000 with Kala Art Institute for framed artwork to be hung in civic buildings
- Hollander, Economic Development –Contract $87,000 with Masako Miki Public Artwork Commission for Aquatic Park Pathway Wall
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid solicitations $13,500.000, Sanitary Sewer $850.000, After Hours Answering Service $350,000, MLK Youth Services Center, YAP Seismic Retrofit and Renovation $10,600,000, On Demand Curside Chipping Service $1,700,000
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary – Senior Paralegal hourly range $47.4636 to $57.6923
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Class Specifications – Communication Specialist, to allow Charter departments and offices to utilize the classification and provide 5% differential to Communication Specialists assigned to the City Manager’s Office
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Personnel Rule 9.03: Promotion Through a Non-Competitive Process
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32400151 add $150,000 with SDR Consulting for Classification and Compensation Services
- Klein, Planning - Accept Grant Funds $5,729,943 from U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Codes Award and contract with City and County of San Francisco to develop and implement and enforce Building Performance Standards fo 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2033
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract add $100,000 total $700,000 with Siemans Industry, Inc. for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $973,638 which includes 15% contingency with Terocons Inc. for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract 32000078 add $250,000 total $725,000 with DC Electric Group for On-Call Electrical Services
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with Stommel Inc., dba Lehr for Hybrid Police Patrol Vehicles Supplies, Equipment and Installation Services term 12/15/2024 – 12/15/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $430,000 Braun Northwest Inc. for Two 2025 Ford F-450 North Star Engine Remount of Ambulance Bodies to New Chasis
- Davis, Public Works – Agreement Regarding Allocation of costs for Railroad Crossing Improvements for W-SW WBLS West Owner IX, L.P. a California limited liability company and the City for improvements at Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications to MTC Housing Incentive Pool for projects at San Pablo/Ashby intersection improvements up to $1,900,000, Adeline Quick Build $1,050,000 and 7th Street/Anthony Street $2,000,000
- Davis, Public Works – Establish a New Schedule of Fines and Late Payment Penalties for Parking Violations and Rescinding Resolution No. 70,924-N.S.
- Arreguin – Temporary City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments to Agenda Committee Mayor Adena Ishii and Councilmembers Taplin and Bartlett.
20. REMOVED - Ferris, Parks – New fees to selected Recreation Facilities and Camps Programs Fees
INFORMATION ITENS:
21. Sprague, Fire – Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
22. Gilman HHCS – Restaurant Inspection Audit Status
23. Kouyoumdijian, HR – Update HR Response: Audit Directives for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
24. Davis, Public Works – audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Rocky Road Berkeley Streets
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025) (Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
November 24 - December 1, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda and Rules Committee is the only meeting scheduled this week.
Both Thursday Thanksgiving and Friday Thanksgiving day after are City of Berkeley holidays.
The first two weeks in December will be the mad dash of meetings to finish up before the winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
The December 3, 2024 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment.
Though Ballots are still being counted with the next release date as December 3, 2024 nothing is expected to change.
Councilmembers Taplin District 2 and Bartlett District 3 were reelected. Shoshana O’Keefe was elected in District 5 to replace Hahn who ran for mayor. Brent Blackaby was elected in District 6 replacing Wengraf who retired. Adena Ishii will be the next Berkeley Mayor. For results go to the Alameda County website. The next release date is December 3, 2024. https://alamedacountyca.gov/rovresults/252/
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Monday, November 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf, alternate Taplin
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor – Pepperwood Room (note room change)
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611730864
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 173 0864
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -12/10/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on DECEMBER 10, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
19. Ferris, Parks – New fees to selected Recreation Facilities and Camps Programs Fees
INFORMATION ITENS:
20. Sprague, Fire – Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
21. Gilman HHCS – Restaurant Inspection Audit Status
22. Kouyoumdijian, HR – Update HR Response: Audit Directives for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
23. Davis, Public Works – audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Rocky Road Berkeley Streets
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++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for DECEMBER 3, 2024 +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
The Agenda and Rules Committee is the only meeting scheduled this week.
Both Thursday Thanksgiving and Friday Thanksgiving day after are City of Berkeley holidays.
The first two weeks in December will be the mad dash of meetings to finish up before the winter council recess from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
The December 3, 2024 City Council meeting agenda is available for comment.
Though Ballots are still being counted with the next release date as December 3, 2024 nothing is expected to change.
Councilmembers Taplin District 2 and Bartlett District 3 were reelected. Shoshana O’Keefe was elected in District 5 to replace Hahn who ran for mayor. Brent Blackaby was elected in District 6 replacing Wengraf who retired. Adena Ishii will be the next Berkeley Mayor. For results go to the Alameda County website. The next release date is December 3, 2024. https://alamedacountyca.gov/rovresults/252/
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Monday, November 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf, alternate Taplin
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 5th Floor – Pepperwood Room (note room change)
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611730864
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 173 0864
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -12/10/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on DECEMBER 10, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for Approval
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $119,300 with CVL Economics for Study of the Economic impact of the Arts in Berkeley for a 2 year term
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contract $50,000 with Kala Art Institute for framed artwork to be hung in civic buildings
- Hollander, Economic Development –Contract $87,000 with Masako Miki Public Artwork Commission for Aquatic Park
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Bid solicitations
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish Classification and Salary – Senior Paralegal hourly range $47.4636 to $57.6923
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Class Specifications – Communication Specialist, to allow Charter departments and offices to utilize the classification and provide 5% differential to Communication Specialists assigned to the City Manager’s Office
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Personnel Rule 9.03: Promotion Through a Non-Competitive Process
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract 32400151 add $150,000 with SDR Consulting for Classification and Compensation Services
- Klein, Planning - Accept Grant Funds $5,729,943 from U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Codes Award and contract with City and County of San Francisco to develop and implement and enforce Building Performance Standards fo 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2033
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract add $100,000 total $700,000 with Siemans Industry, Inc. for Fire and Life Safety Systems Maintenance
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $973,638 which includes 15% contingency with Terocons Inc. for Sacramento Street Pedestrian Safety Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract 32000078 add $250,000 total $725,000 with DC Electric Group for On-Call Electrical Services
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with Stommel Inc., dba Lehr for Hybrid Police Patrol Vehicles Supplies, Equipment and Installation Services term 12/15/2024 – 12/15/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $430,000 Braun Northwest Inc. for Two 2025 Ford F-450 North Star Engine Remount of Ambulance Bodies to New Chasis
- Davis, Public Works – Agreement Regarding Allocation of costs for Railroad Crossing Improvements for W-SW WBLS West Owner IX, L.P. a California limited liability company and the City for improvements at Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications to MTC Housing Incentive Pool for projects at San Pablo/Ashby intersection improvements up to $1,900,000, Adeline Quick Build $1,050,000 and 7th Street/Anthony Street $2,000,000
- Arreguin – Temporary City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments to Agenda Committee Mayor Adena Ishii and Councilmembers Taplin and Bartlett.
19. Ferris, Parks – New fees to selected Recreation Facilities and Camps Programs Fees
INFORMATION ITENS:
20. Sprague, Fire – Fire Prevention Inspections Audit Status Report
21. Gilman HHCS – Restaurant Inspection Audit Status
22. Kouyoumdijian, HR – Update HR Response: Audit Directives for Comprehensive Domestic Violence Policy to Support City Employees
23. Davis, Public Works – audit Status Report Fleet Replacement and Rocky Road Berkeley Streets
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++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for DECEMBER 3, 2024 +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600367731
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 036 7731
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Humbert, Tregub – 2nd reading Amending BMC Section 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Legal Agreements
- Friedrichsen, Budget – 2nd reading Adopt Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading – BMC Chapter 22.16, Development Agreement Procedures
- Hollander, Economic Development - Adopt the updated Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Adminstrative Plan and transfer RLF program to Working Solutions, a federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Public Employees Union-Union One
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3400 Memorial Bench at the Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Lawrence “Lon” Mullen
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $86,496 from the Eli Kane Fund to complete phase 3 of the Solano-Peralta Park Improvement Project, including a memorial bench/table in memory of their son Eli Kane
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $882,278 plus $69,198 for Add Alternatives No. 2 and 3 and a 15% contingency $115,080 with Azul Works, Inc for Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Project.
- Klein, Planning Contracts on-call planning and Environmental Services listing 16 consulting groups totaling $10,700,000.
- Davis, Public Works – 10-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with The Framer’s Workshop at 2435 and 2439 Channing with option to extend for two additional 5-year terms
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with We Wield The Hammer a 501c3 at 2440 Durant with option to extend for one additional 5-year term.
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with Dorothy Day House dba Dorothy’s Closet a 501c3 at 2425a Channing with option to extend for one additional 5-year term
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32500091 add $500,000 with Adura Group, Inc for onsite engineering services through 6/30/2026
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Officially Name the Harrison Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
- Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Refer Berkeley Green New Deal: Environmental Justice and Workforce Development to City Manager, Land Use Housing and Economic Development, Planning Commission, Environment and Climate Commission for inclusion in General Plan
- Taplin, co-sponsor – Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization
- Lunaparra, co-sponsors Humbert, Kesarwani – Bicycle and Pedestrian Access on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
- Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal of the Solano BID (Business Improvement District for Calendar 2025
- Klein, Planning – Zoning Ordinance Amendments: Keep Innovation in Berkeley to encourage Research and Development
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages Status Report
- Sprague – Measure FF Audit Status Report
- Louis – Audit Recommendation Status to manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- None
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025) (Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
November 17 - November 24, 2024
Worth Noting:
The coming week is very busy as Boards and Commissions reschedule meetings around Thanksgiving week and fit in meetings before the winter recess. The City Council winter recess is from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
Ballots are still being counted. The next release is expected November 20. Over 17,000 ballots in Alameda County are left to count. You can follow election results with this link. https://alamedacountyca.gov/rovresults/252/
Go to meetings are in BOLD.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in an accessible format, to REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 17, 2024
HALF MARATHON from 6 am – 2 pm
Use link to check route, street closures, intermittent access points.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-17-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 18, 2024
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Members: Taplin, Barlett, Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616399725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 639 9725
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – City’s Progress on Reimagining Public Safety, 3. Taplin – City’s Approach to Traffic Enforcement, 4. Taplin – City’s Progress on Vision Zero Action Plan, Hahn, co-sponsor Tregub – Community Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612287632
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 228 7632
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/29/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600846103
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 084 6103
AGENDA: one agenda item: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Public Tidelands Area – council to provide feedback and direction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Gaza Roundtable Discussion and Action, 9. Discussion of Possible Actions in Light of Elections, 10. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604706234
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 470 6234
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation WCAB #ADJ16181002 and Claim #BER2200087, 2. Existing Litigation DS Properties 17 LP v. City of Berkeley, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Associations, Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation on congregate meal services for senior centers & Meals on Wheels, Introduction to interim Aging Services Division Manager, Discussion: 1. Commission handbook, 2. Roster of new city council and commission appointments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room (THIS MEETING IS IN A ROOM THAT IS FULLY EQUIPPED for ZOOM and ZOOM/VIDEOCONFERENCE IS NOT OFFERRED)
AGENDA: 2. Commission strategic plan technical assistance update, 3. Commission bylaws, 4. Draft revised strategic plan, 5. Financial reports J-Sei program, 6. Audit for year ended June 30, ADA audits of City programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check website before going. Commission has not met 72 hour posting notification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Empowering East Bay Girls: Trends, Needs, and Opportunities for Partnership, 8. Discussion of Possible Tour of Bridget House, 9. Staff recommendation on Domestic Violence. Gender-Based Violence.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, November 21, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. CHA/CHIP and Public Health Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, 2. 2274 Shattuck (between Bancroft and Kittredge) – DRC2023-0008 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish commercial building preserving and renovating the front façade and lobby and construct a 17-story 183ft plus 5 ft parapet, 214,032 sq ft mixed use building with 227 dwelling unites including 23 very low income density bonus qualifying units. United Artists movie theater site.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614055306
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC - 8. Report from negotiating subcommittee: Mike Chang for School Board 2022, possible stipulated agreement, 9. Complaint Yes on Measure CC / No on Measure BB, 10. Berkeleyans for Effective Climate Action, No on GG,
11. Enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Rent Board 202, 12. Enforcement referral regarding Campaign for Police Accountability, 13. Enforcement referral regarding Vanessa Danielle Marrero, Rent Stabilization Board Commission, 14, Review and possible revision of Procedures for FCPC,
OGC – 21. Training Presentation Brown Act, Information Item: 2024 campaign contribution report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION (MHC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: Interview and vote on nomination of Lisa Teague to the Mental Health Commission, 5. Commission bylaw review and possible updates, 6. City of Berkeley finance and Mental Health department 7. Caseload statistics, 9. How can MHC be most useful to BH and Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion Items: 1. Informational briefing on UC Berkeley Bancroft Student Housing Project, Informational Briefing on AC Transit’s Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines, Informational briefing on draft daylighting policy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
BERKELEY RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: Location not posted
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, November 22, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608531790
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
2 X 2 at 3 pm
Members: Hahn, Taplin and BUSD Vasudeo, Shanoski
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 1005 Parker (new location)
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86302629263?pwd=avUmiLSvahS1WlDOOXHB4NV8sJfJT0.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 863 0262 9263
AGENDA: 6. Discussion Items 6.1 Traffic Safety at Cragmont Elementary, 6.2 Expanding Afterschool Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, November 23, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB at 10 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, cost $10 for ages 7 and older
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club-1
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins
Use link for details and to register, cost $20
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-2
Sunday, November 24, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Tuesday, October 15, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
++++++++++++++ NOVEMBER 18 - AGENDA and RULES at 2:30 pm ++++++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612287632
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 228 7632
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on , DECEMBER 3, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
++++++ NOVEMBER 19, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
The coming week is very busy as Boards and Commissions reschedule meetings around Thanksgiving week and fit in meetings before the winter recess. The City Council winter recess is from December 11 through January 20, 2025.
Ballots are still being counted. The next release is expected November 20. Over 17,000 ballots in Alameda County are left to count. You can follow election results with this link. https://alamedacountyca.gov/rovresults/252/
Go to meetings are in BOLD.
- Sunday, November 17, 2024:
- From 6 am to 2 pm city streets are restricted for the Half Marathon
- Monday, November 18, 2024
- At 10:30 am the Public Safety Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the City Council special meeting on the Waterfront Specific Plan is in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person with a round table on Gaza on the agenda.
- Tuesday, November 19, 2024
- At 4 pm the City Council meets in closed session.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with the mid-year budget (AAO#1) on action and the Equity for Black Berkeley (E4BB) Initiative on consent. The Black Repertory Group Theater is not mentioned in the E4BB.
- Wednesday, November 20, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person
- At 6 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, November 21, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person with the San Pablo Avenue Plan and 2274 Shattuck the 17-story housing project at the UA Cinema site on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices/Open Government Commission meets in the hybrid format with multiple campaign complaints and enforcements on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in person.
- Friday, November 21, 2024
- At 2 pm the Civic Arts Commission Grants subcommittee meets on Zoom.
- At 3 pm the 2 x 2 Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday, November 22, 2024:
- At 10 am is nature journaling for children aged 7 and up.
- At 12 pm is Aqua Zumba.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in an accessible format, to REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 17, 2024
HALF MARATHON from 6 am – 2 pm
Use link to check route, street closures, intermittent access points.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/berkeley-half-marathon-nov-17-street-closures-bus-route-info
Monday, November 18, 2024
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE at 10:30 am
Members: Taplin, Barlett, Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616399725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 639 9725
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – City’s Progress on Reimagining Public Safety, 3. Taplin – City’s Approach to Traffic Enforcement, 4. Taplin – City’s Progress on Vision Zero Action Plan, Hahn, co-sponsor Tregub – Community Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-public-safety
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612287632
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 228 7632
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/29/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: none, Unscheduled Items: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600846103
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 084 6103
AGENDA: one agenda item: Update on the Waterfront Specific Plan for the City of Berkeley Public Tidelands Area – council to provide feedback and direction.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Gaza Roundtable Discussion and Action, 9. Discussion of Possible Actions in Light of Elections, 10. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604706234
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 470 6234
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation WCAB #ADJ16181002 and Claim #BER2200087, 2. Existing Litigation DS Properties 17 LP v. City of Berkeley, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Associations, Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation on congregate meal services for senior centers & Meals on Wheels, Introduction to interim Aging Services Division Manager, Discussion: 1. Commission handbook, 2. Roster of new city council and commission appointments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room (THIS MEETING IS IN A ROOM THAT IS FULLY EQUIPPED for ZOOM and ZOOM/VIDEOCONFERENCE IS NOT OFFERRED)
AGENDA: 2. Commission strategic plan technical assistance update, 3. Commission bylaws, 4. Draft revised strategic plan, 5. Financial reports J-Sei program, 6. Audit for year ended June 30, ADA audits of City programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check website before going. Commission has not met 72 hour posting notification.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Empowering East Bay Girls: Trends, Needs, and Opportunities for Partnership, 8. Discussion of Possible Tour of Bridget House, 9. Staff recommendation on Domestic Violence. Gender-Based Violence.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, November 21, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. CHA/CHIP and Public Health Update
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan, 2. 2274 Shattuck (between Bancroft and Kittredge) – DRC2023-0008 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish commercial building preserving and renovating the front façade and lobby and construct a 17-story 183ft plus 5 ft parapet, 214,032 sq ft mixed use building with 227 dwelling unites including 23 very low income density bonus qualifying units. United Artists movie theater site.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614055306
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC - 8. Report from negotiating subcommittee: Mike Chang for School Board 2022, possible stipulated agreement, 9. Complaint Yes on Measure CC / No on Measure BB, 10. Berkeleyans for Effective Climate Action, No on GG,
11. Enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Rent Board 202, 12. Enforcement referral regarding Campaign for Police Accountability, 13. Enforcement referral regarding Vanessa Danielle Marrero, Rent Stabilization Board Commission, 14, Review and possible revision of Procedures for FCPC,
OGC – 21. Training Presentation Brown Act, Information Item: 2024 campaign contribution report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION (MHC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: Interview and vote on nomination of Lisa Teague to the Mental Health Commission, 5. Commission bylaw review and possible updates, 6. City of Berkeley finance and Mental Health department 7. Caseload statistics, 9. How can MHC be most useful to BH and Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion Items: 1. Informational briefing on UC Berkeley Bancroft Student Housing Project, Informational Briefing on AC Transit’s Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines, Informational briefing on draft daylighting policy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: No agenda posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
BERKELEY RENT STABILIZATION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: Location not posted
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, November 22, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608531790
AGENDA: not posted check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
2 X 2 at 3 pm
Members: Hahn, Taplin and BUSD Vasudeo, Shanoski
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 1005 Parker (new location)
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86302629263?pwd=avUmiLSvahS1WlDOOXHB4NV8sJfJT0.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 863 0262 9263
AGENDA: 6. Discussion Items 6.1 Traffic Safety at Cragmont Elementary, 6.2 Expanding Afterschool Programs.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, November 23, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB at 10 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, cost $10 for ages 7 and older
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club-1
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins
Use link for details and to register, cost $20
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-2
Sunday, November 24, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Tuesday, October 15, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
++++++++++++++ NOVEMBER 18 - AGENDA and RULES at 2:30 pm ++++++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting:
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612287632
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 228 7632
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on , DECEMBER 3, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Humbert, Tregub – 2nd reading Amending BMC Section 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants
- Hollander, Economic Development - Adopt the updated Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Adminstrative Plan and transfer RLF program to Working Solutions, a federally certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3400 Memorial Bench at the Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Lawrence “Lon” Mullen
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $86,496 from the Eli Kane Fund to complete phase 3 of the Solano-Peralta Park Improvement Project, including a memorial bench/table in memory of their son Eli Kane
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $882,278 plus $69,198 for Add Alternatives No. 2 and 3 and a 15% contingency $115,080 with Azul Works, Inc for Ohlone Park Restroom and Lighting Project.
- Klein, Planning Contracts on-call planning and Environmental Services listing 16 consulting groups totaling $10,700,000.
- Davis, Public Works – 10-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with The Framer’s Workshop at 2435 and 2439 Channing with option to extend for two additional 5-year terms
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with We Wield The Hammer a 501c3 at 2440 Durant with option to extend for one additional 5-year term.
- Davis, Public Works – 5-year Lease Agreement Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage with Dorothy Day House dba Dorothy’s Closet a 501c3 at 2425a Channing with option to extend for one additional 5-year term
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32500091 add $500,000 with Adura Group, Inc for onsite engineering services through 6/30/2026
- Parks and Waterfront Commission – Officially Name the Harrison Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
- Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – Refer Berkeley Green New Deal: Environmental Justice and Workforce Development to City Manager, Land Use Housing and Economic Development, Planning Commission, Environment and Climate Commission for inclusion in General Plan
- Taplin, co-sponsor – Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization
- Hollander, Economic Development – Renewal of the Solano BID (Business Improvement District for Calendar 2025
- Klein, Planning – Zoning Ordinance Amendments: Keep Innovation in Berkeley to encourage Research and Development
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages Status Report
- Sprague – Measure FF Audit Status Report
- Louis – Audit Recommendation Status to manage Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
++++++ NOVEMBER 19, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk –Approve Minutes for Oct 1, 15, 21, and 29
- Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $5,313,826.28 with Dorothy Day House to operate interim housing program at the Howard Johnson Motel (1619 University) from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Round 3 Grant Award $5,395,637.04
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for Leasing 1512 University for term of 48 months
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $14,963,099 for Roadway/Streets
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $6,000,000 with Royal Ambulance for Mental Health Transport Services from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300144 add $40,000 total $290,000 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit
- Gilman, HHCS – Request For Proposals (RFP) for Housing Trust Fund Rehabilitation Projects releasing approximately $6,000,000 for rehabilitiation of existing affordable rental housing developments.
- Gilman, HHCS – Accept 2025 Community Services Block Grant for 1/1/2025 – 4/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 112798-1 add $50,000 total $549,411 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System (GIS) Strategic Work[lan from 9/14/2016 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with TSA Holdings, LLC for 199 Seawall Drive (HS Lordships Restaurant)
- Klein, Planning – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Legal Agreements with BART
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $424,465 with Nema Construction for FY 2023 Street Lighting Project
- Davis Public Works – Contract $2,390,000 with Sposeto Engineering, Inc for Southwest Berkeley Bikeway and Bus Stop Improvements Project, Specification Nos. 24-11640-C & 24-11666-C
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $2,413,689 (includes $314,829 contingency) with W.E. Lyons Construction, Co. for Telegraph-Channing Parking Garage Restroom Renovation & Elevator Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900036 add $6,073,974 total $22,326,349 with LAZ Parking LLC for Managing City-Owned Off-Street Parking Facilities and extend to 12/31/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900026 add $750,000 total $1,750,000 with Bellecci & Associates, Inc for On-Call Civil Engineering Services and extend to 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900162 add $1,100,000 total $6,225,735 with Pride Industries, Inc for Custodial Services coverage of the Living Wage Ordinance
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000179 add $900.000 total $4,450,000 with Allied Universal Security Service for Citywide Unarmed Security Services and extend 2/28/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300177 add $100,000 total $125,000 with Baker Tilly for On-Call Professional Development Services and extend 12/31/2027
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Maria Sol and Ashley (Jiahao) Go to the Mental Health Commission
- Arreguin & Hahn – Exploring the Formation of Joint Powers Authority (JPA) or other entity to Publicly Finance the Development of a Hospital to Meet Regional Healthcare Needs
- Arreguin – Referral to City Manager Equity for Black Berkeley (E4BB) Initiative includes Berkeley Flea Market, African Holistic Center, Black Arts and Cultural District, Black Health Equity Zone and pursue creating a non-governmental organization to manage community investment beyond 2026.
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment: FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO#1) Adopt first reading of adjustments to budget
- Klein, Planning – Amendments to BMC Chapter 22.16, Development Agreement Procedures
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince (construct duplex)1/21/2025
- November 18 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- Affordable Housing Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025) (Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
November 10 - November 17, 2024
Worth Noting:
Monday, November 11, 2024 is the Veteran’s Day Holiday.
The agenda for the November 19, 2024 City Council meeting is available for comment.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
Go to meetings are: City Council on Tuesday, the Parks Commission on Wednesday, EBWC on Thursday and the San Pablo Specific Plan (walking) tour on Saturday November 16.
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 10, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, November 11, 2024 – Veteran’s Day Holiday
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 3. Report from Secretary, 4. Financial update, 5. 2025 Work Plan, Web Development and Postcard for Branding, Peralta Services Corp Revised Contract for 2025, 6. Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Guest Speaker about communications, 10. Event Planning Subcommittee, 11. Mental Health Subcommittee, 12. Safety and Homelessness at Berkeley High.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. 2025 Calendar, 8. Accessible Parking and Street Redesign/Bancroft, 9. Work Plan Items a. Active Accessibility Icon, b. contract clause WCAG compliance, c. contract clause WCAG compliance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Public hearing on City’s Notice of intent for Council to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex Restrooms and Community Space Project, 11. Presentation Draft Waterfront Specific Plan, 12. Appoint commissioner to speak at Council meeting Nov 18, 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. a. Presentation by BPD of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 6. OPDA Staff report, 7. Chair report, 8. Chief report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Policy Complaint 2024-PR-0006, b. Operation & Processes Subcommittee’s proposed PAB Policy Review Process, c. PAB work plan, d. Location of meetings 1900 Addison, 3rd flow alternative North Berkeley Center, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, November 14, 2024
BERKELEY MARINA LIEN SALE at 11 am
Location: at 201 University
AGENDA: use link for viewing dates and time
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-marina-lien-sale
BUDGET and FINANCE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611365976
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 136 5976
AGENDA: 1. FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO#1), 2. Legislative Systems Redesign, 3. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long Term Debt (bonding capacity).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
EAST BAY WILDFIRE COALITION of GOVERNMENTS (EBWC) from 1 pm – 3:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 10890 San Pablo, El Cerrito, El Cerrito City Hall ,Council Chambers
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86497018058?pwd=gjwRO5rbbk9qa8qRDTpZe2rIDrYvnJ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 864 9701 8058 Passcode: 667500
AGENDA: 4. Proposal & Discussion of Vegetation Management/CEQA Study from San Francisco Estuary Institute, Tukman Geospatial and Ascent, recommended by Fire Safe Council Alliance, 8. Presentation by Amy Bach of United Policyholders on Insurance Status.
https://eastbaywildfire.org/
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82494161372
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 824 9416 1372
AGENDA: 2. 0 Parker (APN 55-1829-11, 215 Parker) – on consent - USE PERMIT #ZP2024-0100 – construct 1-story, 1624 single family residence with average height of 14 ft, 11 in on vacant lot with 8 ft 4 in fence along the front and west-side property lines,
3. 2530 Bancroft Way – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0126 – demolition of 1-story, 15,665 sq ft commercial structure and construction of 12-story (134.5 feet), 139,833 sq ft mixed use residential development with 110 dwelling units, including 11 very low -income units, and 2,195 sq ft of ground floor commercial space. The project seeks 50% density bonus (37 units) by providing 15% of the base project as affordable to very low-income households (11 VLI units)
4. 59 Arden Road – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0127 to widen an existing curb cut and establish a parking pad, a 2 ft 6 in retaining wall, a 6-ft fence, and gate within a required setback on a lot with a single-family dwelling in the ES-R (Environmental Safety Residential – Very High Fire Severity Hazard Zone 3 – highest risk fire zone in Berkeley) Zoning District in Panoramic Hill, Fire Zone 3 in CA National Register of Historic Places
5. 2820 San Pablo and 2817-2821 Tenth Street – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0038 – 1) to construct a 4-story (50 ft) 15,195 sq ft mixed-use building with one single-family dwelling on top floor, offices and research and development uses at 2820 San Pablo, 2) demolish a 1-story 12,193 sq ft non-residential building at 2821 Tenth St and construct a 2-story (34 ft 8 in 14,362 sq ft building with office, research and development and light manufacturing uses and a garage with 23 off-street parking spaces and one loading space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, November 15, 2024
Saturday, November 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-11
SAN PABLO AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN SITE TOUR from 10:30 am – 12 pm
Location Start: at 2435 San Pablo, Meet at the northeast corner of San Pablo and Dwight,
AGENDA: Tour covers approximately 1.2 miles. This is a chance for insight on specific plan. Tour is for informational purposes only and is focused on the specific plan. It is not a forum for feedback or opinions on entitled or ongoing projects
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/san-pablo-avenue-specific-plan-site-tour
Sunday, November 17, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ NOVEMBER 12, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
URGENCY ITEM: Arreguin – Excused Absence for Councilmember Hahn
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
18.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, without precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
++++++ NOVEMBER 19, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
Monday, November 11, 2024 is the Veteran’s Day Holiday.
The agenda for the November 19, 2024 City Council meeting is available for comment.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
Go to meetings are: City Council on Tuesday, the Parks Commission on Wednesday, EBWC on Thursday and the San Pablo Specific Plan (walking) tour on Saturday November 16.
- Tuesday,
- At 11 am the Solano Avenue Business Improvement District meets in person.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with action agenda items: 16. Tax Exemption for Research & Development, 17. Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and 18. Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday,
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person with a presentation on the Draft Waterfront Specific Plan as agenda item 11.
- Thursday,
- At 11 am in the Berkeley Marina Lien sale.
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 1 pm the East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governments (EBWC) meets in the hybrid format with Vegetation Management and Insurance Status on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Aboard meets in person in the hybrid format.
- Saturday,
- From 9 – 11 am is the 3rd Saturday Shoreline Cleanup.
- From 10:30 am – 12 pm is the San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan Site (walking tour 1.2 miles) Tour.
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 10, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, November 11, 2024 – Veteran’s Day Holiday
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 3. Report from Secretary, 4. Financial update, 5. 2025 Work Plan, Web Development and Postcard for Branding, Peralta Services Corp Revised Contract for 2025, 6. Public Comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Guest Speaker about communications, 10. Event Planning Subcommittee, 11. Mental Health Subcommittee, 12. Safety and Homelessness at Berkeley High.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. 2025 Calendar, 8. Accessible Parking and Street Redesign/Bancroft, 9. Work Plan Items a. Active Accessibility Icon, b. contract clause WCAG compliance, c. contract clause WCAG compliance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Public hearing on City’s Notice of intent for Council to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex Restrooms and Community Space Project, 11. Presentation Draft Waterfront Specific Plan, 12. Appoint commissioner to speak at Council meeting Nov 18, 2024.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. a. Presentation by BPD of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs), 6. OPDA Staff report, 7. Chair report, 8. Chief report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Policy Complaint 2024-PR-0006, b. Operation & Processes Subcommittee’s proposed PAB Policy Review Process, c. PAB work plan, d. Location of meetings 1900 Addison, 3rd flow alternative North Berkeley Center, 11. Public Comment, 12. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, November 14, 2024
BERKELEY MARINA LIEN SALE at 11 am
Location: at 201 University
AGENDA: use link for viewing dates and time
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-marina-lien-sale
BUDGET and FINANCE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611365976
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 136 5976
AGENDA: 1. FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO#1), 2. Legislative Systems Redesign, 3. Accept the Risk Analysis for Long Term Debt (bonding capacity).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
EAST BAY WILDFIRE COALITION of GOVERNMENTS (EBWC) from 1 pm – 3:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 10890 San Pablo, El Cerrito, El Cerrito City Hall ,Council Chambers
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86497018058?pwd=gjwRO5rbbk9qa8qRDTpZe2rIDrYvnJ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 864 9701 8058 Passcode: 667500
AGENDA: 4. Proposal & Discussion of Vegetation Management/CEQA Study from San Francisco Estuary Institute, Tukman Geospatial and Ascent, recommended by Fire Safe Council Alliance, 8. Presentation by Amy Bach of United Policyholders on Insurance Status.
https://eastbaywildfire.org/
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD (ZAB) at 7 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82494161372
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 824 9416 1372
AGENDA: 2. 0 Parker (APN 55-1829-11, 215 Parker) – on consent - USE PERMIT #ZP2024-0100 – construct 1-story, 1624 single family residence with average height of 14 ft, 11 in on vacant lot with 8 ft 4 in fence along the front and west-side property lines,
3. 2530 Bancroft Way – on consent - Use Permit #ZP2023-0126 – demolition of 1-story, 15,665 sq ft commercial structure and construction of 12-story (134.5 feet), 139,833 sq ft mixed use residential development with 110 dwelling units, including 11 very low -income units, and 2,195 sq ft of ground floor commercial space. The project seeks 50% density bonus (37 units) by providing 15% of the base project as affordable to very low-income households (11 VLI units)
4. 59 Arden Road – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0127 to widen an existing curb cut and establish a parking pad, a 2 ft 6 in retaining wall, a 6-ft fence, and gate within a required setback on a lot with a single-family dwelling in the ES-R (Environmental Safety Residential – Very High Fire Severity Hazard Zone 3 – highest risk fire zone in Berkeley) Zoning District in Panoramic Hill, Fire Zone 3 in CA National Register of Historic Places
5. 2820 San Pablo and 2817-2821 Tenth Street – on action – Use Permit #ZP2022-0038 – 1) to construct a 4-story (50 ft) 15,195 sq ft mixed-use building with one single-family dwelling on top floor, offices and research and development uses at 2820 San Pablo, 2) demolish a 1-story 12,193 sq ft non-residential building at 2821 Tenth St and construct a 2-story (34 ft 8 in 14,362 sq ft building with office, research and development and light manufacturing uses and a garage with 23 off-street parking spaces and one loading space.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, November 15, 2024
Saturday, November 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-11
SAN PABLO AVENUE SPECIFIC PLAN SITE TOUR from 10:30 am – 12 pm
Location Start: at 2435 San Pablo, Meet at the northeast corner of San Pablo and Dwight,
AGENDA: Tour covers approximately 1.2 miles. This is a chance for insight on specific plan. Tour is for informational purposes only and is focused on the specific plan. It is not a forum for feedback or opinions on entitled or ongoing projects
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/san-pablo-avenue-specific-plan-site-tour
Sunday, November 17, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ NOVEMBER 12, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
URGENCY ITEM: Arreguin – Excused Absence for Councilmember Hahn
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Cooperative Agreement with East Bay Regional Parks District to collaborate to manage free-roaming cat populations and educate the public and minimize the impact on sensitive wildlife areas
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Amend Contract No. 108410-1 add $10,000 total $144,466 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 10/31/2026
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $10,200,000, South Cove West Parking Lot $1,200,000, Sanitary Sewer Adeline-Shattuck Rehab $9,000,000
- Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $250,000 South Cove Seawall Design Project
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 – $500,000 F and G Deck Replacement
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $300,000 Afterschool Program Expansion
- Tregub, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $50,000 Fund Traffic Study and Pedestrian Safety Operations at the Pedestrian Crossing on Shattuck and Delaware after study direct remainder of funds to implementing safety measures at crosswalk
- Tregub - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $30,000 Accessible Pedestrian Signal (APS) at intersection of Sacramento and Allston
- Hahn - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $100,000 for Berkeley Art Center
- Wengraf – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $150,000 multi-year Sustainable and Comprehensive Recovery Plan for the Arts and Culture Sector in Berkeley
- Wengraf - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $250,000 for design and planning for replacement of play structures and ADA access improvements at Glendale La Loma Park
- Humbert – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $150,000 for consultants, conceptual design, and public engagement to create a City Park at Parkside Drive terminus median for converting the median informally known as round park to an official city park.
- Humbert, Tregub – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $70,000 to bridge funding to the Bread Project
- Klein, Planning – Contract Ava Community Energy for Energy Resilient Critical Municipal Facilities “Solar + Storage to install solar and battery back-up storage systems at critical municipal facilities
17.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
18.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, without precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Civic Arts Commission Work Plan
- Civic Arts Commission FY 2025 Public Art Budget
++++++ NOVEMBER 19, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613688984
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 368 8984
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk –Approve Minutes for Oct 1, 15, 21, and 29
- Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $5,313,826.28 with Dorothy Day House to operate interim housing program at the Howard Johnson Motel (1619 University) from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Round 3 Grant Award $5,395,637.04
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for Leasing 1512 University for term of 48 months
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $14,963,099 for Roadway/Streets
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $6,000,000 with Royal Ambulance for Mental Health Transport Services from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300144 add $40,000 total $290,000 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit
- Gilman, HHCS – Request For Proposals (RFP) for Housing Trust Fund Rehabilitation Projects releasing approximately $6,000,000 for rehabilitiation of existing affordable rental housing developments.
- Gilman, HHCS – Accept 2025 Community Services Block Grant for 1/1/2025 – 4/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 112798-1 add $50,000 total $549,411 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System (GIS) Strategic Work[lan from 9/14/2016 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with TSA Holdings, LLC for 199 Seawall Drive (HS Lordships Restaurant)
- Klein, Planning – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Legal Agreements with BART
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $424,465 with Nema Construction for FY 2023 Street Lighting Project
- Davis Public Works – Contract $2,390,000 with Sposeto Engineering, Inc for Southwest Berkeley Bikeway and Bus Stop Improvements Project, Specification Nos. 24-11640-C & 24-11666-C
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $2,413,689 (includes $314,829 contingency) with W.E. Lyons Construction, Co. for Telegraph-Channing Parking Garage Restroom Renovation & Elevator Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900036 add $6,073,974 total $22,326,349 with LAZ Parking LLC for Managing City-Owned Off-Street Parking Facilities and extend to 12/31/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900026 add $750,000 total $1,750,000 with Bellecci & Associates, Inc for On-Call Civil Engineering Services and extend to 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900162 add $1,100,000 total $6,225,735 with Pride Industries, Inc for Custodial Services coverage of the Living Wage Ordinance
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000179 add $900.000 total $4,450,000 with Allied Universal Security Service for Citywide Unarmed Security Services and extend 2/28/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300177 add $100,000 total $125,000 with Baker Tilly for On-Call Professional Development Services and extend 12/31/2027
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Maria Sol and Ashley (Jiahao) Go to the Mental Health Commission
- Arreguin & Hahn – Exploring the Formation of Joint Powers Authority (JPA) or other entity to Publicly Finance the Development of a Hospital to Meet Regional Healthcare Needs
- Arreguin – Referral to City Manager Equity for Black Berkeley (E4BB) Initiative initiative includes Berkeley Flea Market, African Holistic Center, Black Arts and Cultural District, Black Health Equity Zone and pursue creating a non-governmental organization to manage community investment beyond 2026.
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment: FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO#1) Adopt first reading of adjustments to budget
- Klein, Planning – Amendments to BMC Chapter 22.16, Development Agreement Procedures
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince 1/21/2025
- November 18 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
November 3 - November 10, 2024
Worth Noting:
The agenda for the November 12 City Council meeting is available for comment with item 16. Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt gross receipts, item 17. Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and 18. Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused on the Agenda.
Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday November 3.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 3, 2024 – Daylight Savings Ends, Clocks Fall Back
Monday, November 4, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600080486
AGENDA: Grants, no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610456803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 045 6803
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
PERSONNEL BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Personnel Rules and Regulations Section 9.03, Promotion Through a Non-Competitive Personnel Action, VI. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Senior Paralegal, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Firefighter, VIII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Police Officer Recruit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – ELECTION DAY – NO MEETINGS – REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Gilman Gateway Rezone Project, 11. Planning Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan and 2025 Planning Commission Calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING BASIN DREDGING and SEAWALL REPAIR STUDY COMMUNITY MEETING #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88386237517
AGENDA: 2nd meeting updated volumes and costs based on desired dredge depths and areas
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-dredging-and-seawall-repair-study-community
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. B Holiday and Early Closing Schedule, C. 22nd Annual Authors Dinner, III. A. Election of President, B. Election of Vice President
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation with Q&A from Homeless Full Service Partnership Team from Berkeley Mental Health, 9. Recommendation to Council to allocate additional funding for a location based on the former Horizon model, at 742 Grayson, to address community concerns, 10. Discussion of an urgent increase in number of sanitation facilities to serve basic health needs of Berkeley’s unsheltered and partly sheltered citizens, 11 Discussion of an urgent need for a 24/7 services capability due to the increased unsheltered or partly shelter citizens in Berkeley struggling with addition, mental health challenges and physical insecurity.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, November 7, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE at 10 am
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607554622
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 4622
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance Amendment (AAO#1) (mid-year budget adjustment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CEDAR ROSE PARK PLAYGROUND RENOVATION COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84840433881
Meeting ID: 8484043 3881 Passcode: 233277
AGENDA: Presentation of preferred conceptual design for improvements to the Age 2-5 playground and the Age 5-12 playground at Cedar Rose Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cedar%20Rose%20Playground%20Community%20Meeting%20Flyer.pdf
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 640 Gilman, Gilman Gateway – Notice of Draft EIR (Environmental Impact Report)
7. 2201-2207 Blake and 2517 Fulton – structural Alteration Permit (#LMSAP2024-0004) for the Bartlett Houses
8. 3192 Adeline – Street-level Design Review Referral (DRSL2024-0006)
9. 2035 Francisco – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation (#LMIN2024-0003)
10. 2231 McKinley - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation (#LMIN2024-0004)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, November 8, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, November 9, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 10, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, November 4, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610456803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 045 6803
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 19, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT BY EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
++++ CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 ++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
18.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, without precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
Worth Noting:
The agenda for the November 12 City Council meeting is available for comment with item 16. Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt gross receipts, item 17. Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and 18. Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused on the Agenda.
Daylight Savings Time Ends Sunday November 3.
- Monday, November 4, 2024:
- At 10 am the Civic Arts Grants Subcommittee meets on Zoom.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, November 5, 2024: no meetings on election day
- Wednesday, November 6, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm South Cove Sailing Basin Dredging and Seawall Repair Study Community meeting is on Zoom.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Thursday, November 7, 2024:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format on the AAO1 budget adjustment.
- At 6 pm is the Cedar Rose Park Playground Renovation Community Meeting on Zoom.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Saturday, November 9, 2024
- At 10 am Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets on Zoom.
Check City website for meetings posted on short notice https://berkeleyca.gov
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, November 3, 2024 – Daylight Savings Ends, Clocks Fall Back
Monday, November 4, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600080486
AGENDA: Grants, no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610456803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 045 6803
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals).
PERSONNEL BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Personnel Rules and Regulations Section 9.03, Promotion Through a Non-Competitive Personnel Action, VI. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Senior Paralegal, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Firefighter, VIII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class specification and Pay Scale – Police Officer Recruit.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – ELECTION DAY – NO MEETINGS – REDUCED SERVICE DAY
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Gilman Gateway Rezone Project, 11. Planning Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan and 2025 Planning Commission Calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING BASIN DREDGING and SEAWALL REPAIR STUDY COMMUNITY MEETING #2 at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88386237517
AGENDA: 2nd meeting updated volumes and costs based on desired dredge depths and areas
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-dredging-and-seawall-repair-study-community
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II. B Holiday and Early Closing Schedule, C. 22nd Annual Authors Dinner, III. A. Election of President, B. Election of Vice President
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS MEETING at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation with Q&A from Homeless Full Service Partnership Team from Berkeley Mental Health, 9. Recommendation to Council to allocate additional funding for a location based on the former Horizon model, at 742 Grayson, to address community concerns, 10. Discussion of an urgent increase in number of sanitation facilities to serve basic health needs of Berkeley’s unsheltered and partly sheltered citizens, 11 Discussion of an urgent need for a 24/7 services capability due to the increased unsheltered or partly shelter citizens in Berkeley struggling with addition, mental health challenges and physical insecurity.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, November 7, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE at 10 am
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607554622
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 4622
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance Amendment (AAO#1) (mid-year budget adjustment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CEDAR ROSE PARK PLAYGROUND RENOVATION COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84840433881
Meeting ID: 8484043 3881 Passcode: 233277
AGENDA: Presentation of preferred conceptual design for improvements to the Age 2-5 playground and the Age 5-12 playground at Cedar Rose Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cedar%20Rose%20Playground%20Community%20Meeting%20Flyer.pdf
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 640 Gilman, Gilman Gateway – Notice of Draft EIR (Environmental Impact Report)
7. 2201-2207 Blake and 2517 Fulton – structural Alteration Permit (#LMSAP2024-0004) for the Bartlett Houses
8. 3192 Adeline – Street-level Design Review Referral (DRSL2024-0006)
9. 2035 Francisco – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation (#LMIN2024-0003)
10. 2231 McKinley - Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation (#LMIN2024-0004)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, November 8, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, November 9, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, November 10, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, November 4, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610456803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 045 6803
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 19, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT BY EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment: FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance (AAO#1) Adopt first reading of adjustments to budget
- Numainville, City Clerk – Approve Minutes for Oct 1, 15, 21, and 29
- Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 Annual Commission Attendance and Meeting Frequency Report
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Contract $5,313,826.28 with Dorothy Day House to operate interim housing program at the Howard Johnson Motel (1619 University) from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2028
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – State of CA Encampment Resolution Funding Round 3 Grant Award $5,395,637.04
- Radu, City Manager’s Office – Urgency Ordinance for Leasing 1512 University for term of 48 months
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $6,000,000 with Royal Ambulance for Mental Health Transport Services from 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2027
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300144 add $40,000 total $290,000 with Resource Development Associates for Specialized Care Unit
- Gilman, HHCS – Request For Proposals (RFP) for Housing Trust Fund Rehabilitation Projects releasing approximately $6,000,000 for rehabilitiation of existing affordable rental housing developments.
- Gilman, HHCS – Accept 2025 Community Services Block Grant for 1/1/2025 – 4/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 112798-1 add $50,000 total $549,411 with Geographic Technologies Group for Geographic Information System (GIS) Strategic Work[lan from 9/14/2016 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with TSA Holdings, LLC for 199 Seawall Drive (HS Lordships Restaurant)
- Klein, Planning – Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Legal Agreements with BART
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $424,465 with Nema Construction for FY 2023 Street Lighting Project
- Davis Public Works – Contract $2,390,000 with Sposeto Engineering, Inc for Southwest Berkeley Bikeway and Bus Stop Improvements Project, Specification Nos. 24-11640-C & 24-11666-C
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $2,413,689 (includes $314,829 contingency) with W.E. Lyons Construction, Co. for Telegraph-Channing Parking Garage Restroom Renovation & Elevator Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900036 add $6,073,974 total $22,326,349 with LAZ Parking LLC for Managing City-Owned Off-Street Parking Facilities and extend to 12/31/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900026 add $750,000 total $1,750,000 with Bellecci & Associates, Inc for On-Call Civil Engineering Services and extend to 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900162 add $1,100,000 total $6,225,735 with Pride Industries, Inc for Custodial Services coverage of the Living Wage Ordinance
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000179 add $900.000 total $4,450,000 with Allied Universal Security Service for Citywide Unarmed Security Services and extend 2/28/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300177 add $100,000 total $125,000 with Baker Tiller for On-Call Professional Development Services and extend 12/31/2027
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Maria Sol and Ashley (Jiahao) Go to the Mental Health Commission
- Klein, Planning – Amendments to BMC Chapter 22.16, Development Agreement Procedures
- Arreguin – Exploring the Formation of Joint Powers Authority (JPA) or other entity to Publicly Finance the Development of a Hospital to Meet Regional Healthcare Needs
- Arreguin – Referral to City Manager Equity for Black Berkeley (E4BB) Initiative initiative includes Berkeley Flea Market, African Holistic Center, Black Arts and Cultural District, Black Health Equity Zone and pursue creating a non-governmental organization to manage community investment beyond 2026.
++++ CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 ++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612850642
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 285 0642
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Cooperative Agreement with East Bay Regional Parks District to collaborate to manage free-roaming cat populations and educate the public and minimize the impact on sensitive wildlife areas
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Amend Contract No. 108410-1 add $10,000 total $144,466 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 10/31/2026
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $10,200,000, South Cove West Parking Lot $1,200,000, Sanitary Sewer Adeline-Shattuck Rehab $9,000,000
- Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $250,000 South Cove Seawall Design Project
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 – $500,000 F and G Deck Replacement
- Taplin – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $300,000 Afterschool Program Expansion
- Tregub, co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $50,000 Fund Traffic Study and Pedestrian Safety Operations at the Pedestrian Crossing on Shattuck and Delaware after study direct remainder of funds to implementing safety measures at crosswalk
- Tregub - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $30,000 Accessible Pedestrian Signal (APS) at intersection of Sacramento and Allston
- Hahn - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $100,000 for Berkeley Art Center
- Wengraf – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $150,000 multi-year Sustainable and Comprehensive Recovery Plan for the Arts and Culture Sector in Berkeley
- Wengraf - Budget Referral AAO#1 - $250,000 for design and planning for replacement of play structures and ADA access improvements at Glendale La Loma Park
- Humbert – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $150,000 for consultants, conceptual design, and public engagement to create a City Park at Parkside Drive terminus median for converting the median informally known as round park to an official city park.
- Humbert, Tregub – Budget Referral AAO#1 - $70,000 to bridge funding to the Bread Project
- Klein, Planning – Contract Ava Community Energy for Energy Resilient Critical Municipal Facilities “Solar + Storage to install solar and battery back-up storage systems at critical municipal facilities
17.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
18.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, without precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Civic Arts Commission Work Plan
- Civic Arts Commission FY 2025 Public Art Budget
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince 1/21/2025
- November 12 (4 pm tentative) – California Theater Project
- November 18 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to Winter 2025)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (February 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities (April/May 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
October 27 - November 3, 2024
Worth Noting:
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
You can attend the GoTo meetings are on zoom.
City council meets Tuesday starts at 3:30 pm council on Reimaging Public Safety. Also recommended is the Wednesday community meeting on Cesar Chavez Park.
Check the City website for Halloween activities and meetings posted on short notice. https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 27, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, October 28, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600614641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 061 4641
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Berkeley Considers, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
Arreguin’s proposed Tax Exemption for companies engaged in research is in the draft agenda for November 12, 2024 (continued from October 15 council meeting).
Link to the Activist’s Diary on the October 15 council meeting. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2024-10-01/article/50872?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Council-Meeting-October-15--Kelly-Hammargren
LIVE OAK SOLAR + STORAGE VIRTUAL COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85610208730
AGENDA: Project to install rooftop solar and battery energy storage unit outside the Live Oak Community Center.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-solar-storage-virtual-community-meeting
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
AGENDA: 1. City Manager - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report, 1. Review and discuss status report, 2. Provide comments on the “City of Berkeley Workload and Organizational Study of the Police Department” citygate report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Presentation: Homelessness Socially Engaged Projects Update, b. Proposal for Cube Space Exhibition, c. Framed Artwork Purchases from Kala for public spaces, d. MLK Jr. Y.A.P Public Art Project, e. Quarterly report, f. Public art on private development report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion: Bay Area Residential Building Decarbonization High Road Training Partnership
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. OPDA staff report a. Introduction to Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager, b. Introduction to Syed Irtaza Mehdi, ODPA Data Analyst, c. BART Civilian oversight, Marin County Oversight Ordinance, 7. BPD Chief Report, 10. a. Complaint Policy, c. BPD Policy 307 Vehicle Pursuits, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY MEETING #2 CESAR CHAVEZ PARK PATH & RESTROOM from 6 - 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/w/85418493382?_x_zm_rtaid=qflyvIH1Rj-Sf63oJ7RwwQ.1729912752899.a8254611265e9a314a93689e6d2e2e84&_x_zm_rhtaid=604
Meeting ID: 854 1849 3382
AGENDA: Perimeter pathway and new permanent bathroom
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-meeting-2-cesar-chavez-park-path-restroom-project
Thursday, October 31, 2024
HALLOWEEN PARADE & COSTUME CONTEST at 4 pm
Location: at 2800 Park
AGENDA: use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-parade-costume-contest
HAUNTED HOUSE of SCREAMS at 6 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/haunted-house-screams
Friday, November 1, 2024 – no public meetings or city sponsored events found
Saturday, November 2, 2024
AQUATIC PARK RIBBON CUTTING & TREE PLANTING at 9:30 am
Location: at near to 84 Bolivar Drive
AGENDA: use link for details, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am – 12 pm tree planting, 12 pm break for lunch, 12:30 ribbon cutting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-ribbon-cutting-tree-planting
Sunday, November 3, 2024 – time is running out if you haven’t turned in your ballot
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, October 28, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600614641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 061 4641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 12, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT BY EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
8. Klein, Planning – Contract Ava Community Energy for Energy Resilient Critical Municipal Facilities “Solar + Storage to install solar and battery back-up storage systems at critical municipal facilities
9.Arreguin – Amending BMC Section 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt gross receipts (income relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
10.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
11.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, whithout precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12. Civic Arts Commission Work Plan
13. Civic Arts Commission FY 2025 Public Art Budget
++++++ CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
16. Davis, Public Works – Contract Amendment with B-Bros Construction Inc for Temporary Stabilization of stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
17. Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board – Renewal of Solano avenue BID for Calendar Year 2025
18. Bartlett – 2024-2025 Budget Request $7,000 for speed bump on Russell at King St.
19. Bartlett – FY 2025 Budget Request $50,000for Replacement of Six Existing Wrought Iron Barriers for South Adeline Circular Planters
20. Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget funds for “Your Rose Garden”
AGENDA ON ACTION:
21. Policy Committee Recommendation qualified positive recommendation to refer a.&b. to the City Manager for evaluation a. Commission on Aging – achieving goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan Companion Report b. Gilman – HHCS – Refer to City Manager to review and prioritize recommendations
22. a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) recommendation, b. Policy Committee Recommendation – negative recommendation - no further action required as Council already allocated funding in 2025-2026 Bi-annual Budget with HSPE recommendations, but will continue to partially fund 5150 transports until alternative sources identified
23. Policy Committee Recommendation – qualified positive recommendation – Harrison – budget Referral Allocate Existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) to Calm Traffic in vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC
INFORMATION REPORTS:
24. Commission on Labor FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
Worth Noting:
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and/or it is not offered in the hybrid or an accessible format, TO REQUEST A DISABILITY RELATED ACCOMMODATION(S) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347 at least 3 days before the meeting (the sooner the better). Thomas Gregory is the ADA Program Coordinator.
You can attend the GoTo meetings are on zoom.
City council meets Tuesday starts at 3:30 pm council on Reimaging Public Safety. Also recommended is the Wednesday community meeting on Cesar Chavez Park.
- Monday, October 28, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm is the meeting on solar +storage (battery) on zoom.
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024:
- At 3:30 pm the City Council meet in the hybrid format on Reimaging Public Safety.
- At 6 pm is the Regular City Council meeting in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- From 6-8 pm is the community meeting on zoom on plans for the Cesar Chavez perimeter path and the public restroom.
- Thursday, October 31, 2024: check https://berkeleyca.gov for Halloween activities. No city meetings.
- Saturday, November 1, 2024: At 9:30 am is the tree planting at Aquatic Park followed by ribbon cutting at 12:30 pm.
Check the City website for Halloween activities and meetings posted on short notice. https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 27, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, October 28, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600614641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 061 4641
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -11/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, 10. Berkeley Considers, Unscheduled Items: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
Arreguin’s proposed Tax Exemption for companies engaged in research is in the draft agenda for November 12, 2024 (continued from October 15 council meeting).
Link to the Activist’s Diary on the October 15 council meeting. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2024-10-01/article/50872?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Council-Meeting-October-15--Kelly-Hammargren
LIVE OAK SOLAR + STORAGE VIRTUAL COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85610208730
AGENDA: Project to install rooftop solar and battery energy storage unit outside the Live Oak Community Center.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-solar-storage-virtual-community-meeting
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 3:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
AGENDA: 1. City Manager - Reimagining Public Safety Status Report, 1. Review and discuss status report, 2. Provide comments on the “City of Berkeley Workload and Organizational Study of the Police Department” citygate report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a. Presentation: Homelessness Socially Engaged Projects Update, b. Proposal for Cube Space Exhibition, c. Framed Artwork Purchases from Kala for public spaces, d. MLK Jr. Y.A.P Public Art Project, e. Quarterly report, f. Public art on private development report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion: Bay Area Residential Building Decarbonization High Road Training Partnership
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. OPDA staff report a. Introduction to Paul Buddenhagen, City Manager, b. Introduction to Syed Irtaza Mehdi, ODPA Data Analyst, c. BART Civilian oversight, Marin County Oversight Ordinance, 7. BPD Chief Report, 10. a. Complaint Policy, c. BPD Policy 307 Vehicle Pursuits, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMUNITY MEETING #2 CESAR CHAVEZ PARK PATH & RESTROOM from 6 - 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/w/85418493382?_x_zm_rtaid=qflyvIH1Rj-Sf63oJ7RwwQ.1729912752899.a8254611265e9a314a93689e6d2e2e84&_x_zm_rhtaid=604
Meeting ID: 854 1849 3382
AGENDA: Perimeter pathway and new permanent bathroom
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-meeting-2-cesar-chavez-park-path-restroom-project
Thursday, October 31, 2024
HALLOWEEN PARADE & COSTUME CONTEST at 4 pm
Location: at 2800 Park
AGENDA: use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/halloween-parade-costume-contest
HAUNTED HOUSE of SCREAMS at 6 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/haunted-house-screams
Friday, November 1, 2024 – no public meetings or city sponsored events found
Saturday, November 2, 2024
AQUATIC PARK RIBBON CUTTING & TREE PLANTING at 9:30 am
Location: at near to 84 Bolivar Drive
AGENDA: use link for details, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am – 12 pm tree planting, 12 pm break for lunch, 12:30 ribbon cutting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-ribbon-cutting-tree-planting
Sunday, November 3, 2024 – time is running out if you haven’t turned in your ballot
++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE, Monday, October 28, 2024 +++++++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600614641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 061 4641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on November 12, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT BY EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Cooperative Agreement with East Bay Regional Parks District to collaborate to manage free-roaming cat populations and educate the public and minimize the impact on sensitive wildlife areas
- Radu, Assistant to City Manager – Amend Contract No. 108410-1 add $10,000 total $144,466 with Paw Fund for Spay and Neuter Services and extend to 10/31/2026
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $10,200,000
- Arreguin – Berkeley Holiday Fund
- Wengraf – Refer $150,000 to November FY 2025 AAO1 Budget to create a 5-year Sustainable and Comprehensive Recovery Plan for the Arts and Culture Sector in Berkeley
- Humbert – Budget Referral $150,000 to November AAO1 Budget for consultants, conceptual design, and public engagement to create a City Park at Parkside Drive terminus median for converting the median informally known as round park to an official city park.
- Humbert, Tregub – Budget Referral one-time $70,000 to November AAO1 Budget to bridge funding to the Bread Project
8. Klein, Planning – Contract Ava Community Energy for Energy Resilient Critical Municipal Facilities “Solar + Storage to install solar and battery back-up storage systems at critical municipal facilities
9.Arreguin – Amending BMC Section 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt gross receipts (income relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
10.Louis, Police – Annual Surveillance Technology Report for Body Worn Cameras, GPS Trackers, Fixed Surveillance Video Cameras, Automatic License Plate Readers, the Street Level Imagery Project, and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) [unmanned aerial systems are the components used for communicating with and controlling Unmanned Aerial Vehicles – a technical way of describing police use of drones].
11.a. Peace and Justice Commission - Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty and Homelessness – refrain from any criminalization or effective prohibition of sleeping while unhoused, including citation or arrest simply for sleeping outside if no adequate shelter is available, whithout precluding enforcement of laws banning actions that threaten the health and safety of the whole community. b. Companion report – Radu, Assistant to City Manager – take no action, City adopted amended Encampment Policy 9/102024
INFORMATION REPORTS:
12. Civic Arts Commission Work Plan
13. Civic Arts Commission FY 2025 Public Art Budget
++++++ CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604285038
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 5038
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,680,284, MLK Jr. Youth Public Art Project $396,000, Strawberry Creek Culvert Repairs $3,284,284
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order: Zoll Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defillators equipment and maintenance $2,832,950
- Gillman, HHCS – Contract $400,000 with Berkeley Food Network for Berkeley-Based Food Assistance to low-income households, 12/2/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400176 add $50,000 total $100,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer Coverage
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400177 add $50,000 total $100,000 Health Officer Coverage with Dr. Lisa B. Hernandez
- Gilman, HHCS – Housing Trust Fund Recommendations for BUSD Workforce Housing Project – reserve additional $2,000,000 and St. Paul Terrace Project – reserve additional $3,504,319, funds shall be reserved for 18 months (see item for details)
- Gilman, HHCS – Accept Donations for FY 2025 Meals on Wheels of Alameda County
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32400104 add $250,000 total $620,000 with SmartWave for City Facility Managed Wi-Fi 6/25/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $350,000 for period of 2 years with American Debris Box Service Inc. for Portable Toilet Service
- Ferris, Parks - Contract $1,042,139 includes 20% contingency $173,690 with Redwood Engineering Construction for MLK Jr Civic Center Park – Upper Plaza Improvements Project
- Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation $25,000 from Berkeley Echo Lake Camp Association for Echo Lake Camp youth scholarships and programming
- Ferris, Parks – Council referral and contract $142,775 for Miyawaki Forest Design and Installation
16. Davis, Public Works – Contract Amendment with B-Bros Construction Inc for Temporary Stabilization of stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
17. Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board – Renewal of Solano avenue BID for Calendar Year 2025
18. Bartlett – 2024-2025 Budget Request $7,000 for speed bump on Russell at King St.
19. Bartlett – FY 2025 Budget Request $50,000for Replacement of Six Existing Wrought Iron Barriers for South Adeline Circular Planters
20. Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget funds for “Your Rose Garden”
AGENDA ON ACTION:
21. Policy Committee Recommendation qualified positive recommendation to refer a.&b. to the City Manager for evaluation a. Commission on Aging – achieving goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan Companion Report b. Gilman – HHCS – Refer to City Manager to review and prioritize recommendations
22. a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) recommendation, b. Policy Committee Recommendation – negative recommendation - no further action required as Council already allocated funding in 2025-2026 Bi-annual Budget with HSPE recommendations, but will continue to partially fund 5150 transports until alternative sources identified
23. Policy Committee Recommendation – qualified positive recommendation – Harrison – budget Referral Allocate Existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) to Calm Traffic in vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC
INFORMATION REPORTS:
24. Commission on Labor FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Hahn – Fill Empty Storefronts Act referred to the Land Use Committee
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince 1/21/2025
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) – Information
- November 7 – Anticipated Council meeting on Ceasefire Resolution, not posted
- November 12 – Council Meeting on Arreguin’s proposal to Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
- November 12 - (4 pm tentative) California Theater Project
- November 18 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Winter 2025)
- April/May 2025 - Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
October 20 - October 27, 2024
October 13 - October 20, 2024
Worth Noting:
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and it is not offered in the hybrid format, to request a disability related accommodation(s) to participate in the meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347.
Berkeley will celebrate the federal holiday Columbus Day, the 2nd Monday in October, October 14 in 2024 as Indigenous Peoples Day. Berkeley was the first city in the U.S. to recognize the holiday as Indigenous Peoples Day in 1992. There are now over 200 cities, 17 states and Washington D.C. following Berkeley’s lead. President Biden is the first President to commemorate indigenous people on the federal holiday. You will find this and more in the Activist’s Diary on the Peace and Justice Commission vote on the Ceasefire Resolution. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2024-10-01/article/50851?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Peace-and-Justice--Kelly-Hammargren
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 13, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, October 14, 2024 – Indigenous Peoples Day
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/29/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616125937
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 612 5937
AGENDA: Public Art
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, Art & Craft Room
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan, 10. Approve Work Plan, 11. Petition for new Janitor at BHS.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Report 2. Hybrid Options, 3. NBSC kitchen completion status and how meals are prepared, 4. Advertising inside senior center and other public buildings, Discussion/Action Items: 1. City Budget, Presentation to Berkeley aged population, Presentation Housing needs of seniors, 4. Presentations Funds to help seniors fix their houses and Center for Independent Living.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
This meeting is in a room fully equipped for a hybrid meeting and it is not posted as hybrid
AGENDA: 2. Community Services Block Grant Training, Revised strategic plan, 4. Council item regarding City of Berkeley Single Audit for year ended June 30, 2023, 5. Review Through the Looking Glass program and financial reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Rose Garden Plaque approval, 10. Councilmember Kesarwani referral naming Harrison St Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary, 11. Waterfront Parking and Transportation Demand Management Study, 12. Aquatic Park Dreamland Area Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation with possible letter to council on 16 days of activism, 7. Possible Tour of Bridget House, 9. Implementation of commission recommendation Public Safety for Women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, October 17, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Not posted as of 10 pm Friday, October 11.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 4. Revised Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) AT 6:30 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614055306
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC 8. Report from negotiating committee: Mike Chang for School Board, 9. Research into status of Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 Committee and transfer of funds from Jesse Arreguin for State Senate, 10. Complaint: Yes on Measure CC, No on Measure BB, 11. City Clerk enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Trent Board 2020 campaign, Campaign for Police Accountability and Vanessa Danielle Marrero, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, OGC 14. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE is meeting October 21 at 6:30 pm instead of 3rd Thursday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, October 18, 2024 - no city meetings found
Saturday, October 19, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-11
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
HARVEST FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
Use Link for details: activities for kids, register for food contest
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/harvest-festival-0
7th ANNUAL RIDE ELECTRIC at HARVEST FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: 20 Virginia Gardens, Cedar Rose Park
Use Link for details: test ride and learn about credits, rebates, grants and loans
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/7th-annual-ride-electric-harvest-festival
Sunday, October 20, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 29, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
21. Policy Committee Recommendation qualified positive recommendation to refer a.&b. to the City Manager for evaluation a. Commission on Aging – achieving goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan Companion Report b. Gilman – HHCS – Refer to City Manager to review and prioritize recommendations
22, Policy Committee Recommendation – negative recommendation - no further action required as Council already allocated funding in 2025-2026 Bi-annual Budget
23. Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board – Renewal of Solano avenue BID for Calendar Year 2025
24, Policy Committee Recommendation – qualified positive recommendation – Harrison – budget Referral Allocate Existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) to Calm Traffic in vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC
25.Hahn – Fill Empty Storefronts Act
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Commission on Labor FY 2025 Work Plan
++++++ OCTOBER 15, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613604094
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 360 4094
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
21.Arreguin – Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
22. Kesarwani – Naming the Harrison Street Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
23. Humbert – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for Russell Street Halloween Festivities
AGENDA on ACTION:
24. Klein, Planning – Amendments to the Berkeley Green Code to require all newly constructed buildings to be Zero NOx Emission Buildings with two exceptions 1) industrial or manufacturing processes and 2) for cooking equipment serving nonresidential occupancies in buildings
25. Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protestors, policy committee recommends no action
26. Hahn – Refer to City Manager to create Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley on reducing gun violence, sexual assault, retail theft and traffic violence
INFORMATION REPORTS:
27. Hollander, Economic Development - Civic Arts Grant Awards for FY 2025
28. Klein, Planning - LOP NOD: 2436-2442 Haste Street #LMIN2024-0002
29. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 1614 Sixth Street #LMSAP2024-0003
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
Worth Noting:
If you are unable to attend a meeting in person and it is not offered in the hybrid format, to request a disability related accommodation(s) to participate in the meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services specialist at 510-981-6418 (V) or 510-981-6347.
Berkeley will celebrate the federal holiday Columbus Day, the 2nd Monday in October, October 14 in 2024 as Indigenous Peoples Day. Berkeley was the first city in the U.S. to recognize the holiday as Indigenous Peoples Day in 1992. There are now over 200 cities, 17 states and Washington D.C. following Berkeley’s lead. President Biden is the first President to commemorate indigenous people on the federal holiday. You will find this and more in the Activist’s Diary on the Peace and Justice Commission vote on the Ceasefire Resolution. https://www.berkeleydailyplanet.com/issue/2024-10-01/article/50851?headline=A-BERKELEY-ACTIVIST-S-DIARY-Peace-and-Justice--Kelly-Hammargren
- Tuesday, October 15, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format. At 3:30 pm the Civic Arts Subcommittee meets on zoom.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with 20. Cal Sailing Club and J-Dock and 21. Biotech tax exemption on the consent agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday, October 16, 2024:
- At 1:30 the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person in a room that is fully equipped for hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of women meets in person.
- Thursday, October 17, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meet in the hybrid format.
- Saturday, October 19, 2024:
- At 9 am is the monthly 3rd Saturday Shoreline cleanup.
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets on zoom.
- From 11 am to 4 pm is the Harvest festival with electric ride promotion of electric bikes and scooters.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 13, 2024 - no city meetings, events found
Monday, October 14, 2024 – Indigenous Peoples Day
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/29/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616125937
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 612 5937
AGENDA: Public Art
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference:
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID:
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
YOUTH COMMISSION Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center, Art & Craft Room
AGENDA: 9. Work Plan, 10. Approve Work Plan, 11. Petition for new Janitor at BHS.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Staff Report 2. Hybrid Options, 3. NBSC kitchen completion status and how meals are prepared, 4. Advertising inside senior center and other public buildings, Discussion/Action Items: 1. City Budget, Presentation to Berkeley aged population, Presentation Housing needs of seniors, 4. Presentations Funds to help seniors fix their houses and Center for Independent Living.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
This meeting is in a room fully equipped for a hybrid meeting and it is not posted as hybrid
AGENDA: 2. Community Services Block Grant Training, Revised strategic plan, 4. Council item regarding City of Berkeley Single Audit for year ended June 30, 2023, 5. Review Through the Looking Glass program and financial reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Rose Garden Plaque approval, 10. Councilmember Kesarwani referral naming Harrison St Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary, 11. Waterfront Parking and Transportation Demand Management Study, 12. Aquatic Park Dreamland Area Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation with possible letter to council on 16 days of activism, 7. Possible Tour of Bridget House, 9. Implementation of commission recommendation Public Safety for Women.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, October 17, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Not posted as of 10 pm Friday, October 11.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 4. Revised Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) & OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) AT 6:30 PM
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614055306
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 405 5306
AGENDA: FCPC 8. Report from negotiating committee: Mike Chang for School Board, 9. Research into status of Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 Committee and transfer of funds from Jesse Arreguin for State Senate, 10. Complaint: Yes on Measure CC, No on Measure BB, 11. City Clerk enforcement referral regarding Andy Kelley for Trent Board 2020 campaign, Campaign for Police Accountability and Vanessa Danielle Marrero, Rent Stabilization Board Commissioner, OGC 14. City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE is meeting October 21 at 6:30 pm instead of 3rd Thursday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
Friday, October 18, 2024 - no city meetings found
Saturday, October 19, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 - 11 am
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-11
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: check later for agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
HARVEST FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1300 Rose, Cedar Rose Park
Use Link for details: activities for kids, register for food contest
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/harvest-festival-0
7th ANNUAL RIDE ELECTRIC at HARVEST FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: 20 Virginia Gardens, Cedar Rose Park
Use Link for details: test ride and learn about credits, rebates, grants and loans
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/7th-annual-ride-electric-harvest-festival
Sunday, October 20, 2024 – no city meetings, events found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603237401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 323 7401
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 29, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order: Zoll Medical Corporation for ECG Monitor/Defillators equipment and maintenance $2,832,950
- Gillman, HHCS – Contract $400,000 with Berkeley Food Network for Berkeley-Based Food Assistance to low-income households, 12/2/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400176 add $50,000 total $100,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer Coverage
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400177 add $50,000 total $100,000 Health Officer Coverage with Dr. Lisa B. Hernandez
- Gilman, HHCS – Housing Trust Fund Recommendations for BUSD Workforce Housing Project – reserve additional $2,000,000 and St. Paul Terrace Project – reserve additional $3,504,319, funds shall be reserved for 18 months (see item for details)
- Gilman, HHCS – Accept Donations for FY 2025 Meals on Wheels of Alameda County
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32400104 add $250,000 total $620,000 with SmartWave for City Facility Managed Wi-Fi 6/25/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $350,000 for period of 2 years with American Debris Box Service Inc. for Portable Toilet Service
- Ferris, Parks - Contract $1,042,139 includes 20% contingency $173,690 with Redwood Engineering Construction for MLK Jr Civic Center Park – Upper Plaza Improvements Project
- Ferris, Parks – Accept cash donation $25,000 from Berkeley Echo Lake Camp Association for Echo Lake Camp youth scholarships and programming
- Ferris, Parks – Council referral and contract $142,775 for Miyawaki Forest Design and Installation
- Davis, Public worksAgreement Regarding Allocation of Costs for Railroad Crossing Improvements for Berkeley Commons Between Berkeley Commons Owner, LLC (Developer_ and City of Berkeley
- Davis, Public Works – Contract Amendment with B-Bros Construction Inc for Temporary Stabilization of stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
- Bartlett – 2024-2025 Budget Request $7,000 for speed bump on Russell at King St.
- Bartlett – FY 2025 Budget Request $50,000for Replacement of Six Existing Wrought Iron Barriers for South Adeline Circular Planters
- Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget funds for “Your Rose Garden”
21. Policy Committee Recommendation qualified positive recommendation to refer a.&b. to the City Manager for evaluation a. Commission on Aging – achieving goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan Companion Report b. Gilman – HHCS – Refer to City Manager to review and prioritize recommendations
22, Policy Committee Recommendation – negative recommendation - no further action required as Council already allocated funding in 2025-2026 Bi-annual Budget
23. Solano Avenue BID Advisory Board – Renewal of Solano avenue BID for Calendar Year 2025
24, Policy Committee Recommendation – qualified positive recommendation – Harrison – budget Referral Allocate Existing $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) to Calm Traffic in vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC
25.Hahn – Fill Empty Storefronts Act
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Commission on Labor FY 2025 Work Plan
++++++ OCTOBER 15, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613604094
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 360 4094
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- City Manager – 2nd reading – amending Berkeley Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Code
- Numainville, City Clerk – Amend Contract #102814-1 add $381,949 total $922,953 with Konica Minolta Business Services, Inc for Electronic Content Management System and Agenda Management and Workflow System and extend to 9/18/2029
- REMOVED - Radu, CM Office – Cooperative Agreement with East Bay Regional Parks District from 10/15/2024 – 10/14/2029 to collaborate to manage free-roaming cat populations in East Bay Parks, to educate the public and minimize the impact on sensitive wildlife areas
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations – total $61,896,178, Upholstry repairs and cleaning - $200,000. Vehicle Lubricants - $420,000, Tire Replacement & Repair - $800,000, Control Systems Upgrades, Jail - $600,000, organics / compost recycling, hauling - $59,876,178
- Sprague, Fire – Resolution for piggyback contract $300,000 with Mission Critical Partners for Emergency Communications Consulting services 11/1/2023 – 5/30/2026 with two two year options to extend
- Gilman, HHCS – PATH CITED Round 3 Revenue Grant Agreement requiring $96,901.88 matching fund for HHCS Enhanced Care Program Management
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 add NTE $36,020 which will increase NTE amount from $275,000 to $311,020 with Thirdwave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Salary Range – Aquatics Specialist II
- Davis, Public Works – PO $600,000 with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C. for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works - PO $300,000 with Pape Kenworth for Zero Waste Tractor Trailer Parts
- Davis, Public Works – PO $400,000 with Western Truck Center for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $107,460 including $10,367 contingency for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000067 add $350,000 total $1,290,000 with GHD, Inc. for preparation of a sanitary sewer master plan
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $350,000 with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and services 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: $4,000,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission, $2,000,000 for Adeline and $2,000,000 for Telegraph complete streets
- Davis, Public Works – PO $1,300,000 with Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $165,500 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for two 2024 Ford T350 E Transit Vans
- Davis, Public Works –PO $1,000,000 with Pape Machinery, Inc. for Heavy Equipment Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
21.Arreguin – Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
22. Kesarwani – Naming the Harrison Street Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
23. Humbert – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for Russell Street Halloween Festivities
AGENDA on ACTION:
24. Klein, Planning – Amendments to the Berkeley Green Code to require all newly constructed buildings to be Zero NOx Emission Buildings with two exceptions 1) industrial or manufacturing processes and 2) for cooking equipment serving nonresidential occupancies in buildings
25. Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protestors, policy committee recommends no action
26. Hahn – Refer to City Manager to create Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley on reducing gun violence, sexual assault, retail theft and traffic violence
INFORMATION REPORTS:
27. Hollander, Economic Development - Civic Arts Grant Awards for FY 2025
28. Klein, Planning - LOP NOD: 2436-2442 Haste Street #LMIN2024-0002
29. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 1614 Sixth Street #LMSAP2024-0003
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Scheduled for 10/29/2024 - Davis, Public Works – Resolution – Agreements regarding allocation of costs for railroad crossing improvements for Berkeley Commons between Berkeley Commons owner, LLC and City of Berkeley at Addison Street and Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing (this is the project at Aquatic Park)
- Item withdrawn by Police Accountability Board - Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation
- Referred to Budget Committee - Hahn – Refer to City Manager to Study Sabbatical Leave for City of Berkeley Employees
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- 2708 Prince 1/21/2025
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) – Information
- November 18 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
October 6 - October 13, 2024
Worth Noting:
Yom Kippur Jewish Holiday begins at sundown Friday, October 11 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, October 12.
The next City Council meeting is October 15 at 6 pm. The agenda is available for review and comment and follows the list of city meetings.
BNC – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council is rescheduled to October 19 at 10 am
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 6, 2024 – no city meetings/events found
Monday, October 7, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Members: Humbert, Wengraf, Lunaparra, alternate - Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeleyinfo.zoomgov.com/j/1616847764
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 684 7764
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – referred 5/21/2024 due 10/26/2024 - Housing for Artists, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – referred 10/23/2023 due 10/31/2024 - Berkeley Green New Deal, 4. City Manager – referred 2/13/2024 due 10/9/2024 - Proposed Amendments to Building Emissions Ordinance (BESO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
4x4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING at 3 pm
Members: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609606639?pwd=EA9xn9xtIYdmnxMCXCPbtnFIXCVy9m.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 160 960 6639 Passcode: 919006
AGENDA: 6. Update Inflation Reduction Act Implementation, 7. Update Demolition Report, Update Status on Tenant Habitability Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2100-2108 Milvia – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2023-0163, 7. 1663-1687 Shattuck/2109 Virginia – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2024-0066, 8. 2500-2512 San Pablo/1094-1098 Dwight Way – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation #LMIN2024-0004
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD - cancelled
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person; at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 3. Bank Membership Payments, 4. Finacial Update 2025 workplan, current Telegraph BID financial status update, 4-year report, 5. Web Development and postcard for branding, tree replacement & hanging planters, Peralta Services Corp Satisfaction Survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
AQUATIC PARK DREAMLAND COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86947823370
Meeting ID: 869 4782 3370 Passcode 277526
AGENDA: Provide input on capital improvements
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-dreamland-community-meeting
Wednesday October 9, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate - Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610284313
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 028 4313
AGENDA: (no referral and due date listed for agenda items) 2. Taplin - Telegraph Complete streets, 3. Taplin - Waterfront Specific Plan, 4. Taplin - Traffic Calming in the Poet’s Corner Neighborhood.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 3. Presentation from the LifeLong Street Medicine Team on medical and support services offered to encampment residents, 5. Discussions on encampment policies and plans to clear camps, 6. Presentation from Commissioner Segal on Involuntary Hospitalization: Addressing Health and Safety Risks of the Homeless Mentally Ill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II.B. FY 2024 Annual Gift Report to City Council, E. Amend Contrat No. 31900159 add $550,000 total $2,550,000 with Pride One Industries, III.A.&B. Board Elections.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: not posted as of 9:33 pm 10/4/2024
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Middle Housing General Plan Amendments
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. a. Discussion/Action Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of BPD, b. BPD 1010 and 1034 policies, 10. A. ODPA Police Reviews, Chair Moore’s proposal to the PAB to initiate a policy review on social media usage by law enforcement, c. draft the annual report, d. meeting calendar, e. Policy Reviews, closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION on DISABILITY - cancelled
Thursday, October 10, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Members: Arreguin, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate - Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610348696
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 034 8696
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items, 2. City Manager – referred 6/25/2024 due 1/21/2025 - Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity), 3. Hahn – referred 9/30/2024 due 3/4/2025Study: Sabbatical Leave for City of Berkeley Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action reappoint the Arts and Housing SubCommittee, 7. Discussion and Possible Action: Ordinance Amending the BMC to Prohibit the Sale and Use of Algorithmic Devices to Set Rents or Manage occupancy Levels for Residential dwelling Units
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. 7 pm - Public Works Director Terrance Davis Introduction, 2. 7:20 pm - Vision 2050, 3. 7:50 pm - BerkDOT presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89511296134
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 895 1129 6134
AGENDA on Consent: 1637 Woolsey - #ZP2024-0003 to demolish a single-car garage and construct a 499 sq ft major residential addition on the second floor, over 14 ft in average building height 19ft 9 in on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and establish one off-street parking space within front setback,
1048 Keith – continuation to date uncertain - Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 to demolish an existing 2,760 sq ft single-family dwelling with rear setback, construct parking deck in front setback and retaining walls in the side setback, parcel sits in Hillside overlay, very high fire hazard severity zone, active landslide zone and earthquake fault zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
JAMES KENNEY COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 7 pm
Location: at 1720 eighth Street
AGENDA: Learn about community center programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/james-kenney-community-center-open-house
Friday, October 11, 2024 – Reduced Services Day
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” from 5 - 9 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Use link for information and to register, Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-2
LIVE OAK LAUGHS “LOL” COMEDY SHOW at 7:30 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck
Comedy Show $20 per person
Use link for details and to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-lol-comedy-show
Saturday, October 12, 2024
DOG PARK ALL CREW / VOLUNTEER DAY at 9 am
Location: at 1800 Hearst
AGENDA: winterize Ohlone Dog Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/dog-park-all-crewvolunteer-day
BNC – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council – rescheduled to October 19 at 10 am
Sunday, October 13, 2024 – no city meetings/events found
++++++ OCTOBER 15, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613604094
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 360 4094
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
21.Arreguin – Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
INFORMATION REPORTS:
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
Yom Kippur Jewish Holiday begins at sundown Friday, October 11 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, October 12.
The next City Council meeting is October 15 at 6 pm. The agenda is available for review and comment and follows the list of city meetings.
BNC – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council is rescheduled to October 19 at 10 am
- Monday, October 7, 2024:
- At 10 am the Land Use Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday, October 8, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano Business Improvement District meets in person.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm the Community Meeting on Dreamland at Aquatic Park capital improvement plan meets on ZOOM.
- Wednesday, October 9, 2024:
- at 2:30 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission holds a hearing on Middle Housing General Plan Amendments.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, October 10, 2024:
- At 10 am the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- From 6 – 7 pm the James Kenney Community Center holds an open house.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Committee meets in person.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday, October 11, 2024:
- From 5 – 9 pm is Teen Night After Spot.
- At 7:30 pm the doors open for Live Oaks Laughs LOL Comedy Show.
- Saturday, October 12, 2024: At 9 am is volunteer day at the Ohlone Dog Park.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, October 6, 2024 – no city meetings/events found
Monday, October 7, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
Members: Humbert, Wengraf, Lunaparra, alternate - Tregub
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeleyinfo.zoomgov.com/j/1616847764
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 684 7764
AGENDA: 2. Taplin, co-sponsor Hahn – referred 5/21/2024 due 10/26/2024 - Housing for Artists, 3. Taplin, co-sponsors Bartlett, Kesarwani – referred 10/23/2023 due 10/31/2024 - Berkeley Green New Deal, 4. City Manager – referred 2/13/2024 due 10/9/2024 - Proposed Amendments to Building Emissions Ordinance (BESO)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
4x4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE ON HOUSING at 3 pm
Members: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609606639?pwd=EA9xn9xtIYdmnxMCXCPbtnFIXCVy9m.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 160 960 6639 Passcode: 919006
AGENDA: 6. Update Inflation Reduction Act Implementation, 7. Update Demolition Report, Update Status on Tenant Habitability Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2100-2108 Milvia – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2023-0163, 7. 1663-1687 Shattuck/2109 Virginia – Demolition Referral – Use Permit #ZP2024-0066, 8. 2500-2512 San Pablo/1094-1098 Dwight Way – Landmark or Structure of Merit Designation #LMIN2024-0004
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD - cancelled
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person; at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 3. Bank Membership Payments, 4. Finacial Update 2025 workplan, current Telegraph BID financial status update, 4-year report, 5. Web Development and postcard for branding, tree replacement & hanging planters, Peralta Services Corp Satisfaction Survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
AQUATIC PARK DREAMLAND COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 7:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86947823370
Meeting ID: 869 4782 3370 Passcode 277526
AGENDA: Provide input on capital improvements
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-dreamland-community-meeting
Wednesday October 9, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2:30 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate - Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610284313
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 028 4313
AGENDA: (no referral and due date listed for agenda items) 2. Taplin - Telegraph Complete streets, 3. Taplin - Waterfront Specific Plan, 4. Taplin - Traffic Calming in the Poet’s Corner Neighborhood.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 3. Presentation from the LifeLong Street Medicine Team on medical and support services offered to encampment residents, 5. Discussions on encampment policies and plans to clear camps, 6. Presentation from Commissioner Segal on Involuntary Hospitalization: Addressing Health and Safety Risks of the Homeless Mentally Ill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: II.B. FY 2024 Annual Gift Report to City Council, E. Amend Contrat No. 31900159 add $550,000 total $2,550,000 with Pride One Industries, III.A.&B. Board Elections.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PARKS, RECREATION and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: not posted as of 9:33 pm 10/4/2024
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Middle Housing General Plan Amendments
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. a. Discussion/Action Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of BPD, b. BPD 1010 and 1034 policies, 10. A. ODPA Police Reviews, Chair Moore’s proposal to the PAB to initiate a policy review on social media usage by law enforcement, c. draft the annual report, d. meeting calendar, e. Policy Reviews, closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION on DISABILITY - cancelled
Thursday, October 10, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 10 am
Members: Arreguin, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate - Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610348696
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 034 8696
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda items, 2. City Manager – referred 6/25/2024 due 1/21/2025 - Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity), 3. Hahn – referred 9/30/2024 due 3/4/2025Study: Sabbatical Leave for City of Berkeley Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion and possible action reappoint the Arts and Housing SubCommittee, 7. Discussion and Possible Action: Ordinance Amending the BMC to Prohibit the Sale and Use of Algorithmic Devices to Set Rents or Manage occupancy Levels for Residential dwelling Units
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. 7 pm - Public Works Director Terrance Davis Introduction, 2. 7:20 pm - Vision 2050, 3. 7:50 pm - BerkDOT presentation.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89511296134
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 895 1129 6134
AGENDA on Consent: 1637 Woolsey - #ZP2024-0003 to demolish a single-car garage and construct a 499 sq ft major residential addition on the second floor, over 14 ft in average building height 19ft 9 in on a lot that is non-conforming for lot coverage and establish one off-street parking space within front setback,
1048 Keith – continuation to date uncertain - Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 to demolish an existing 2,760 sq ft single-family dwelling with rear setback, construct parking deck in front setback and retaining walls in the side setback, parcel sits in Hillside overlay, very high fire hazard severity zone, active landslide zone and earthquake fault zone
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
JAMES KENNEY COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 7 pm
Location: at 1720 eighth Street
AGENDA: Learn about community center programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/james-kenney-community-center-open-house
Friday, October 11, 2024 – Reduced Services Day
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” from 5 - 9 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Use link for information and to register, Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-2
LIVE OAK LAUGHS “LOL” COMEDY SHOW at 7:30 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck
Comedy Show $20 per person
Use link for details and to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-lol-comedy-show
Saturday, October 12, 2024
DOG PARK ALL CREW / VOLUNTEER DAY at 9 am
Location: at 1800 Hearst
AGENDA: winterize Ohlone Dog Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/dog-park-all-crewvolunteer-day
BNC – Berkeley Neighborhoods Council – rescheduled to October 19 at 10 am
Sunday, October 13, 2024 – no city meetings/events found
++++++ OCTOBER 15, 2024 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR 6 pm meeting agenda ++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613604094
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 360 4094
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- City Manager – 2nd reading – amending Berkeley Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Code
- Numainville, City Clerk – Amend Contract #102814-1 add $381,949 total $922,953 with Konica Minolta Business Services, Inc for Electronic Content Management System and Agenda Management and Workflow System and extend to 9/18/2029
- REMOVED - Radu, CM Office – Cooperative Agreement with East Bay Regional Parks District from 10/15/2024 – 10/14/2029 to collaborate to manage free-roaming cat populations in East Bay Parks, to educate the public and minimize the impact on sensitive wildlife areas
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations – total $61,896,178, Upholstry repairs and cleaning - $200,000. Vehicle Lubricants - $420,000, Tire Replacement & Repair - $800,000, Control Systems Upgrades, Jail - $600,000, organics / compost recycling, hauling - $59,876,178
- Sprague, Fire – Resolution for piggyback contract $300,000 with Mission Critical Partners for Emergency Communications Consulting services 11/1/2023 – 5/30/2026 with two two year options to extend
- Gilman, HHCS – PATH CITED Round 3 Revenue Grant Agreement requiring $96,901.88 matching fund for HHCS Enhanced Care Program Management
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 add NTE $36,020 which will increase NTE amount from $275,000 to $311,020 with Thirdwave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Salary Range – Aquatics Specialist II
- Davis, Public Works – PO $600,000 with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C. for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works - PO $300,000 with Pape Kenworth for Zero Waste Tractor Trailer Parts
- Davis, Public Works – PO $400,000 with Western Truck Center for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $107,460 including $10,367 contingency for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000067 add $350,000 total $1,290,000 with GHD, Inc. for preparation of a sanitary sewer master plan
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $350,000 with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and services 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: $4,000,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission, $2,000,000 for Adeline and $2,000,000 for Telegraph complete streets
- Davis, Public Works – PO $1,300,000 with Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $165,500 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for two 2024 Ford T350 E Transit Vans
- Davis, Public Works –PO $1,000,000 with Pape Machinery, Inc. for Heavy Equipment Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
21.Arreguin – Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
- Kesarwani – Naming the Harrison Street Skate Park in Honor of Terrance McCrary
- Humbert – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for Russell Street Halloween Festivities
- Klein, Planning – Amendments to the Berkeley Green Code to require all newly constructed buildings to be Zero NOx Emission Buildings with two exceptions 1) industrial or manufacturing processes and 2) for cooking equipment serving nonresidential occupancies in buildings
- Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protestors, policy committee recommends no action
- Hahn – Refer to City Manager to create Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley on reducing gun violence, sexual assault, retail theft and traffic violence
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Hollander, Economic Development - Civic Arts Grant Awards for FY 2025
- Klein, Planning - LOP NOD: 2436-2442 Haste Street #LMIN2024-0002
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 1614 Sixth Street #LMSAP2024-0003
DISPOSITION ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Scheduled for 10/29/2024 - Davis, Public Works – Resolution – Agreements regarding allocation of costs for railroad crossing improvements for Berkeley Commons between Berkeley Commons owner, LLC and City of Berkeley at Addison Street and Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing (this is the project at Aquatic Park)
- Item withdrawn by Police Accountability Board - Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation
- Referred to Budget Committee - Hahn – Refer to City Manager to Study Sabbatical Leave for City of Berkeley Employees
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 30 (6 pm) - COPA/TOPA – Same night as Peace and Justice Commission
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) - Information
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- October 22 Moved to November after election per Hahn’s request at Agenda on September 16, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
September 29 - October 6, 2024
Worth Noting:
Even though the list looks full most of it is for recreation activities.
Monday is the big day with the Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm on the Ceasefire Resolution, the Waterfront Specific Plan on Parking and Council on COPA/TOPA. The council policy committee has already given COPA/TOPA a negative recommendation.
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 29, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 30, 2024
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1606008910
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 8910
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/15/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613737680
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 373 7680
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation, 2. Conference with real property negotiators 2431 Channing and 2425a Channing Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet lease price and terms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-30-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618584419
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 858 4419
AGENDA: 1. (one agenda item) Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, reviewed by the Land Use, Housing & Economic development Committee which gave a negative recommendation not to approve COPA/TOPA.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-30-2024
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN COMMUNITY MEETING from 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81484845896?pwd=Owb1aYuh0lDCop0a3aibctu6JJHQpa.1
AGENDA: To review and take feedback on the draft Waterfront parking study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-community-meeting
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, NORTH Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. & 9. Discussion and Action Regarding Resolution for an Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza, and an End to U.S. Military Aid to Israel, and Support for Self-Determination., Israel-Gaza Community Listening Forum.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-oct-1
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 218 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room (this room is equipped for hybrid meetings, however, according to posting it is not being used)
AGENDA: B) Presentation on the status of the COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program and opportunities for the program administration of the Revolving Loan Fund by Working Solutions, C) Adopt amendments to the Revolving Loan Fund Administration to facilitate program management including loan origination, loan serving and technical assistance by Working Solutions. Existing loan portfolio: East Bay Media Center, Synthesis Group, Inc (Minuteman Press), Kitchen on Fire II, California Jaz Conservancy, Cupcakin’ Bake Shop, Nabolom Bakery.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 9:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1920 Seventh Street
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-oct-2
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS Prevention, Strategies, and Outcomes Subcommittee Meeting at 11 am
In-Person: at 2101 San Pablo
AGENDA: Finalize reviewer selection criteria questions and other sections of RFP. Meeting posting includes an American Disabilities Act Disclaimer “…To request a disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in the meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services Specialist at 981-6418 (v) or 981-6347 (TDD) at least three business days before the meeting date. Please refrain from wearing scented products to this meeting.” (this is new)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERRITAGE MONTH from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
LOCATION: at 2151 MLK JR WAY
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month
Thursday, October 3, 2024
BERKELEY MARINA LIEN SALE at 11 am
Location: at 201 University
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-marina-lien-sale
LIVE OAK COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSE at 6 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-community-center-open-house-0
Friday, October 4, 2024
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” from 5 - 9 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Use link for information and to register, Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-1
FALL OUTDOOR BINGO NIGHT from 6 – 8 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fall-outdoor-bingo-night
Saturday, October 5, 2024
WATERFRONT VOLUNTEER TREE PLANTING EVENT from 9 am – 12 pm
Location: at South Cove Parking Lot
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-volunteer-tree-planting-event
JOHN HINKLE PARK – POLINATOR GARDEN VOLUNTEER DAY from 9 am – 12 pm
Location: at 41 Somerset Place
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkle-park-pollinator-garden-volunteer-day
AQUATICS OPEN HOUSE from 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: at Browning
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatics-open-house
Sunday, October 6, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++ AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 at 2:30 pm +++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1606008910
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 8910
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for October 15, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
INFORMATION REPORTS:
++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting, October 1, 2024 at 6 pm pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
Even though the list looks full most of it is for recreation activities.
Monday is the big day with the Peace and Justice Commission at 7 pm on the Ceasefire Resolution, the Waterfront Specific Plan on Parking and Council on COPA/TOPA. The council policy committee has already given COPA/TOPA a negative recommendation.
- Monday, September 30, 2024:
- At 2:30 the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format in closed session.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format on TOPA/COPA.
- From 6:30 – 8 pm the Waterfront Specific Plan Community meeting meets on ZOOM
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person at North Berkeley Senior Center on a Ceasefire Resolution.
- Tuesday, October 1, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12 pm is a free flu vaccine clinic, no appointment, ID or insurance needed.
- At 5:30 pm the Loan Administration board meets in person.
- At 6 pm is the Regular City Council meeting in the hybrid format with one item on action City Council rules and procedures. The one action item is to name a street after Daniel Ellsberg. That will get sent to a committee or commission or both.
- Wednesday, October 2, 2024:
- From 9:30 am – 12 pm is a free flu vaccine clinic, no appointment, ID or insurance needed.
- At 11 am the Sugar Sweetened Beverage Product Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 11:30 am is the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration
- Thursday, October 3, 2024:
- At 11 am is the Berkeley Marina Lien Sale.
- At 6 pm is the Live Oak Community Center Open House
- Friday, October 4, 2024:
- At 5 pm is Teen night “The After Spot”.
- At 6 pm is Fall Outdoor Bingo Night
- Saturday, October 5, 2024:
- At 9 am is the Waterfront Tree Planting Event.
- At 9 am in Pollinator Garden Volunteer Day at John Hinkle Park
- At 2:30 pm is the Aquatic Open House
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 29, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 30, 2024
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1606008910
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 8910
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/15/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613737680
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 373 7680
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation, 2. Conference with real property negotiators 2431 Channing and 2425a Channing Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet lease price and terms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-30-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618584419
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 858 4419
AGENDA: 1. (one agenda item) Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, reviewed by the Land Use, Housing & Economic development Committee which gave a negative recommendation not to approve COPA/TOPA.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-30-2024
WATERFRONT SPECIFIC PLAN COMMUNITY MEETING from 6:30 – 8 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81484845896?pwd=Owb1aYuh0lDCop0a3aibctu6JJHQpa.1
AGENDA: To review and take feedback on the draft Waterfront parking study.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-community-meeting
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, NORTH Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. & 9. Discussion and Action Regarding Resolution for an Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza, and an End to U.S. Military Aid to Israel, and Support for Self-Determination., Israel-Gaza Community Listening Forum.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-oct-1
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 218 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room (this room is equipped for hybrid meetings, however, according to posting it is not being used)
AGENDA: B) Presentation on the status of the COVID-19 Resiliency Loan Program and opportunities for the program administration of the Revolving Loan Fund by Working Solutions, C) Adopt amendments to the Revolving Loan Fund Administration to facilitate program management including loan origination, loan serving and technical assistance by Working Solutions. Existing loan portfolio: East Bay Media Center, Synthesis Group, Inc (Minuteman Press), Kitchen on Fire II, California Jaz Conservancy, Cupcakin’ Bake Shop, Nabolom Bakery.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 9:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1920 Seventh Street
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-oct-2
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS Prevention, Strategies, and Outcomes Subcommittee Meeting at 11 am
In-Person: at 2101 San Pablo
AGENDA: Finalize reviewer selection criteria questions and other sections of RFP. Meeting posting includes an American Disabilities Act Disclaimer “…To request a disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in the meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Disability Services Specialist at 981-6418 (v) or 981-6347 (TDD) at least three business days before the meeting date. Please refrain from wearing scented products to this meeting.” (this is new)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
CELEBRATE HISPANIC HERRITAGE MONTH from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
LOCATION: at 2151 MLK JR WAY
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebrate-hispanic-heritage-month
Thursday, October 3, 2024
BERKELEY MARINA LIEN SALE at 11 am
Location: at 201 University
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-marina-lien-sale
LIVE OAK COMMUNITY CENTER OPEN HOUSE at 6 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-community-center-open-house-0
Friday, October 4, 2024
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” from 5 - 9 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Use link for information and to register, Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-1
FALL OUTDOOR BINGO NIGHT from 6 – 8 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
Use link for information and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fall-outdoor-bingo-night
Saturday, October 5, 2024
WATERFRONT VOLUNTEER TREE PLANTING EVENT from 9 am – 12 pm
Location: at South Cove Parking Lot
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-volunteer-tree-planting-event
JOHN HINKLE PARK – POLINATOR GARDEN VOLUNTEER DAY from 9 am – 12 pm
Location: at 41 Somerset Place
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/john-hinkle-park-pollinator-garden-volunteer-day
AQUATICS OPEN HOUSE from 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: at Browning
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatics-open-house
Sunday, October 6, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++ AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 at 2:30 pm +++++++
AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/s/1606008910
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 600 8910
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for October 15, 2024
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- Numainville, City Clerk – Amend Contract #102814-1 add $381,949 total $922,953 with Konica Minolta Business Services, Inc for Electronic Content Management System and Agenda Management and Workflow System and extend to 9/18/2029
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Sprague, Fire – Resolution for piggyback contract $300,000 with Mission Critical Partners for Emergency Communications Consulting services 11/1/2023 – 5/30/2026 with two two year options to extend
- Gilman, HHCS – PATH CITED Round 3 Revenue Grant Agreement requiring $96,901.88 matching fund for HHCS Enhanced Care Program Management
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200162-1 (something is wrong or missing in the agenda item) it states add NTE $36,020 which will increase NTE amount from $230,000 to $311,020 with Thirdwave Corporation for Professional Services through 6/30/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Revise Salary Range – Aquatics Specialist II
- Davis, Public Works – PO $600,000 with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C. for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Resolution – Agreements regarding allocation of costs for railroad crossing improvements for Berkeley Commons between Berkeley Commons owner, LLC and City of Berkeley at Addison Street and Bancroft Way at-grade railroad crossing (this is the project at Aquatic Park)
- Davis, Public Works - PO $300,000 with Pape Kenworth for Zero Waste Tractor Trailer Parts
- Davis, Public Works – PO $400,000 with Western Truck Center for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $107,460 including $10,367 contingency for Civic Center Building Carpet Replacement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32000067 add $350,000 total $1,290,000 with GHD, Inc. for preparation of a sanitary sewer master plan
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $350,000 with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing for Zero Waste Vehicle Parts and services 10/1/2024-12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: $4,000,000 to Alameda County Transportation Commission, $2,000,000 for Adeline and $2,000,000 for Telegraph complete streets
- Davis, Public Works – PO $1,300,000 with Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire Vehicle Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Davis, Public Works – PO $165,500 with Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro for two 2024 Ford T350 E Transit Vans
- Davis, Public Works –PO $1,000,000 with Pape Machinery, Inc. for Heavy Equipment Parts and Repairs 10/1/2024 – 12/31/2027
- Humbert – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for Russell Street Halloween Festivities
- Klein, Planning – Amendments to the Berkeley Green Code to require all newly constructed buildings to be Zero NOx Emission Buildings with two exceptions 1) industrial or manufacturing processes and 2) for cooking equipment serving nonresidential occupancies in buildings
- Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation
- Harrison – Resolution: Opposition to Police Brutality and Use of Force on Nonviolent Protestors, policy committee recommends no action
- Arreguin – Amend BMC 9.04.165 – Tax Exemption for Research & Development Grants to exempt the taxation of business gross receipts relating to government and philanthropic research and development grants in the public interest
- Hahn – Refer to City Manager to Study Sabbatical Leave for City of Berkeley Employees
- Hahn – Refer to City Manager to create Safety Plans for a Safe and Resilient Berkeley on reducing gun violence, sexual assault, retail theft and traffic violence
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Hollander, Economic Development - Civic Arts Grant Awards for FY 2025
- Klein, Planning - LOP NOD: 2436-2442 Haste Street #LMIN2024-0002
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 1614 Sixth Street #LMSAP2024-0003
++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting, October 1, 2024 at 6 pm pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- Brown, City Attorney – Unrepresented Employee Manual Amendments for Measure KK Compliance
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $2,000,000 Regional Measure 3:2025 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Bay Trail Extension
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract Accept $1,000,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the African American Holistic Resources Center Project
- City Manager – Amending the Berkeley Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Code BMC 15.12
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: Regional Measure 3: Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program, MTC $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Boulevards, $1,050,000 for Adeline Quick-Build
- Authors Hahn, Humbert, Bartlett – Budget Referral $150,000 for La Pena Cultural Center
- Peace and Justice Commission – Name City of Berkeley street in Honor of Daniel Ellsberg
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA
- Scheduled for October 15, 2024 Council meeting, to be placed on consent - Parks and Waterfront Commission – Recommend Adoption of Councilmember Taplin’s Referral Regarding Cal Sailing Club’s Six Historic J-Dock Berths for safety training for boating activities, community service and recreational education uses and direct the City Manager to retain the six slips for Cal Sailing Club to use for nonprofit sailing instruction and programs and to review every four years
- Referred to Council Public Safety Committee – members: Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, alternate Humbert - Police Accountability Board, Director of Police Accountability – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 30 (6 pm) - COPA/TOPA – Same night as Peace and Justice Commission
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) - Information
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- October 22 Moved to November after election per Hahn’s request at Agenda on September 16, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- BPD Annual Report (March 2025)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
September 22 - September 29, 2024
Worth Noting:
The coming week is filled with a City Council meeting on Tuesday and Commission meetings on Wednesday and Thursday and city sponsored activities for Friday and Saturday.
It is next Monday, September 30 that requires attention.
This coming week
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 22, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 23 2024
BUILD YOUR OWN EMERGENCY KIT from 8 - 10 am
Location: at 2082 San Pablo
AGENDA: September is National Preparedness Month.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/build-your-own-emergency-kit-2
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, Member Fiscal Inquiry, 5. Update on parking and traffic safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613914495
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 391 4495
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation a. related to 2274 Shattuck and CEQA exemption
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-24-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. a. Approval of FY 2025 WorkPlan b. FY 2025 Public Art Budget Approval
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff: i.&ii. Cesar Chavez Park, iii. 7th Annual Ride Electric, iv. Bay Area Sun Shares, 7. Electric Mobility Roadmap Update, 8. Banning new gas stations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Police Chief report, 9. New Business a. BPD Presentation on ABLE Training, b. Police Reviews, C. Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of Police Department, d. Budget & Metrics Subcommittee proposed metrics, f. Proposal to relocate PAB regular meetings back to North Berkeley Senior Center, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Staff Report, 4. Discussion/Action: Opt-Out of AC Alert, 5. Update on Non-Ductile Retrofits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, September 26, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Preliminary Matters: 7. Presentation Andrew Crispin, Berkeley, Food Network, Discussion/Action Items: 2. Public Health Officer’s report, 4. Berkeley City Auditor report, “Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program Did Not Meet Targets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), 4. Cares First, Jails Last, 5. Interview and vote on nomination of Maria Sol to Mental Health Commission, 6. Interview and vote on nomination of Ashley (Jiahao) to Mental Health Commission, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87579972879
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 875 7997 2879
AGENDA: 2300 Ellsworth – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0024 – to demolish two existing residential buildings that include 12 dwelling units (2306 and 2310 Ellsworth) merge 2 parcels into one (APNs 55-1886-2 and 55-1886-1) retain more than 50% of the exterior commercial building at 2300 Ellsworth and construct 72,824 sq ft, 7-story 87.5 ft multi-family housing development with 69 units including 5 extremely low units, 2 very low income units, 2 low income units and 1 moderate income unit and 59 market rate units.
1048 Keith – on action – request for continuance - Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 – to demolish an existing 2760 sq ft single family dwelling and construct a 2-story (approximately 25 ft), 3600 sq ft single family dwelling with rear setback, construct parking deck in front setback, retaining walls in the side setback in hillside overlay. ( checked the Earthquake Zones of Required Investigation map and found THIS PARCEL IS IN THE EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONE practically on top of the mapped fault and A LANDSLIDE ZONE https://maps.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/EQZApp/app/ )
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MLK YOUTH SERVICES OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 7 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
Learn more about youth programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mlk-youth-services-open-house
Friday, September 27, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 2090 Kittredge
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-sept-27
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” at 5 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-0
MOVIES in the PARK: KUNG FU PANDA 4 at 7:15 pm
Location: at 1201 Euclid, Codornices Park
Bring: Blankets, beach chairs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-kung-fu-panda-4
Saturday, September 28, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB at 10 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Cost $10, For Children ages 7 and up, Children to be accompanied by an adult.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club
SHOREBIRD PARK NATURE CENTER OPEN HOUSE from 5 - 6 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Meet staff and learn about programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/shorebird-park-nature-center-open-house
Movie Documentary DISNEYNATURE: BEARS from 7 pm – 8:45 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Discussion at 7 pm on Brown Bears in California, Movie at 7:30 pm,
Bring: Blankets, beach chairs,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/outdoor-cinema-and-discussion-documentary-about-bears-wild
Sunday, September 29, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
Recess Items:
11.City Council Rules of Procedures and Order Revisions
INFORMATION REPORTS:
++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting, October 1, 2024 at 6 pm pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
The coming week is filled with a City Council meeting on Tuesday and Commission meetings on Wednesday and Thursday and city sponsored activities for Friday and Saturday.
It is next Monday, September 30 that requires attention.
- At 6 pm City Council will take up TOPA/COPA (Tenants Opportunity to Purchase Act) (not posted yet)
- At 6:30 pm is the Waterfront Specific Plan Community Meeting on parking on zoom. City Council will not meet on the Waterfront Specific Plan until after the November election per Councilmember Hahn’s request. https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-specific-plan-community-meeting
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person on recommending a Ceasefire Resolution to City Council. The resolution can be read with this link starting on page 7 (after meeting minutes).https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-agendas/September%202024%20Agenda%20Packet.pdf
This coming week
- Monday, September 23, 2024: At 8 am is the in person build your own emergency kit.
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 4:30 City Council meets in Closed Session.
- At 6 pm is the Regular City Council meeting in the hybrid format with one item on action City Council rules and procedures.
- Wednesday, September 25, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, September 26, 2024:
- From 6-7 pm is an open house on teen services.At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format. The proposed project to build 2 houses at 1048 Keith a lot with the Berkeley Hazard Trifecta (fire, earthquake fault zone, landslide zone) according to available maps has requested a continuance.
- Friday, September 27, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12 pm is a free flu vaccine clinic, no appointment, ID or insurance needed.
- At 5 pm is Teen night recreation.
- At 7:15 pm is the movie in Codornices Park.
- Saturday, September 28, 2024:
- At 10 am is nature journaling at the Shorebird Nature Center.
- From 5 – 6 pm is open house at the Shorebird Nature Center.
- At 7:15 pm is the Disney Nature: Bears movie at the Shorebird Nature Center.
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 22, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 23 2024
BUILD YOUR OWN EMERGENCY KIT from 8 - 10 am
Location: at 2082 San Pablo
AGENDA: September is National Preparedness Month.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/build-your-own-emergency-kit-2
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, Member Fiscal Inquiry, 5. Update on parking and traffic safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St.
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613914495
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 391 4495
AGENDA: 1. Anticipated Litigation a. related to 2274 Shattuck and CEQA exemption
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-september-24-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. a. Approval of FY 2025 WorkPlan b. FY 2025 Public Art Budget Approval
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff: i.&ii. Cesar Chavez Park, iii. 7th Annual Ride Electric, iv. Bay Area Sun Shares, 7. Electric Mobility Roadmap Update, 8. Banning new gas stations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. Police Chief report, 9. New Business a. BPD Presentation on ABLE Training, b. Police Reviews, C. Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of Police Department, d. Budget & Metrics Subcommittee proposed metrics, f. Proposal to relocate PAB regular meetings back to North Berkeley Senior Center, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 2. Fire Staff Report, 4. Discussion/Action: Opt-Out of AC Alert, 5. Update on Non-Ductile Retrofits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, September 26, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Preliminary Matters: 7. Presentation Andrew Crispin, Berkeley, Food Network, Discussion/Action Items: 2. Public Health Officer’s report, 4. Berkeley City Auditor report, “Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program Did Not Meet Targets.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), 4. Cares First, Jails Last, 5. Interview and vote on nomination of Maria Sol to Mental Health Commission, 6. Interview and vote on nomination of Ashley (Jiahao) to Mental Health Commission, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87579972879
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 875 7997 2879
AGENDA: 2300 Ellsworth – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0024 – to demolish two existing residential buildings that include 12 dwelling units (2306 and 2310 Ellsworth) merge 2 parcels into one (APNs 55-1886-2 and 55-1886-1) retain more than 50% of the exterior commercial building at 2300 Ellsworth and construct 72,824 sq ft, 7-story 87.5 ft multi-family housing development with 69 units including 5 extremely low units, 2 very low income units, 2 low income units and 1 moderate income unit and 59 market rate units.
1048 Keith – on action – request for continuance - Use Permit #ZP2024-0014 – to demolish an existing 2760 sq ft single family dwelling and construct a 2-story (approximately 25 ft), 3600 sq ft single family dwelling with rear setback, construct parking deck in front setback, retaining walls in the side setback in hillside overlay. ( checked the Earthquake Zones of Required Investigation map and found THIS PARCEL IS IN THE EARTHQUAKE FAULT ZONE practically on top of the mapped fault and A LANDSLIDE ZONE https://maps.conservation.ca.gov/cgs/EQZApp/app/ )
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MLK YOUTH SERVICES OPEN HOUSE from 6 – 7 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
Learn more about youth programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mlk-youth-services-open-house
Friday, September 27, 2024
FREE FLU VACCINE Pop-Up from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: at 2090 Kittredge
No appointment, no ID or health insurance needed,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-flu-vaccine-pop-sept-27
TEEN NIGHT “THE AFTER SPOT” at 5 pm
Location: at Oregon, MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
Activities for teens
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-night-after-spot-0
MOVIES in the PARK: KUNG FU PANDA 4 at 7:15 pm
Location: at 1201 Euclid, Codornices Park
Bring: Blankets, beach chairs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-kung-fu-panda-4
Saturday, September 28, 2024
NATURE JOURNALING CLUB at 10 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Cost $10, For Children ages 7 and up, Children to be accompanied by an adult.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/nature-journaling-club
SHOREBIRD PARK NATURE CENTER OPEN HOUSE from 5 - 6 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Meet staff and learn about programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/shorebird-park-nature-center-open-house
Movie Documentary DISNEYNATURE: BEARS from 7 pm – 8:45 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center,
Discussion at 7 pm on Brown Bears in California, Movie at 7:30 pm,
Bring: Blankets, beach chairs,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/outdoor-cinema-and-discussion-documentary-about-bears-wild
Sunday, September 29, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
Recess Items:
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with B0Bros Construction for Temporary Stabilization of Stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
- 2nd reading - Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
- 2nd reading - Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48
- Numainville, City Clerk - Establish 2025 City Council Meeting Schedule
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $5,500,000 for Citywide custodial services: Cleaning and supplying designated city facilities
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application Reconnecting Communities $5,000,000 to U.S. Department of Transportation for Santa Fe Railroad Trackbed to Park Conversion Project
- Civic Arts Commission – Fund Request $125,000 Mitigation Fee Nexus Study, Public Art on Private Development Requirement
- Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $11,632.30 total $347,632.30 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services for the Mayor’s Office
- Kesarwani – Budget Referral: Independent Consultant to Conduct Analysis of Referring Restaurant Inspections to Alameda County
- Authors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – the Resolution Clarifying the Intent of Measure Y (2024) – Increasing Parks, Trees and Landscaping Maintenance Tax “Recommendation: In order to ensure that voters are fully informed and to inform future discussions of potential expenditures, it is recommended that the Berkeley City Council adopt the following language to clarify (but not change) the intent of Measure Y” The Intent of Measure Y is to generate additional funds by increasing the Parks Tax for park and landscape maintenance in the Waterfront including Cesar Chavez (Berkeley’s largest park), improvements to Berkeley’s urban forest and street plantings, and essential park and landscaping related capital projects.”
11.City Council Rules of Procedures and Order Revisions
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2000 Kala Bagai Way #LMSAP2024-0002
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2227 Parker #LMIN2024-0001
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 8 Greenwood Common #LMSAP2024-0001
++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting, October 1, 2024 at 6 pm pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611781735
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 178 1735
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- Brown, City Attorney – Unrepresented Employee Manual Amendments for Measure KK Compliance
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $2,000,000 Regional Measure 3:2025 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Bay Trail Extension
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract Accept $1,000,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the African American Holistic Resources Center Project
- City Manager – Amending the Berkeley Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Code BMC 15.12
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: Regional Measure 3: Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program, MTC $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Boulevards, $1,050,000 for Adeline Quick-Build
- Authors Hahn, Humbert, Bartlett – Budget Referral $150,000 for La Pena Cultural Center
- Peace and Justice Commission – Name City of Berkeley street in Honor of Daniel Ellsberg
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA
- Scheduled for October 15, 2024 Council meeting, to be placed on consent - Parks and Waterfront Commission – Recommend Adoption of Councilmember Taplin’s Referral Regarding Cal Sailing Club’s Six Historic J-Dock Berths for safety training for boating activities, community service and recreational education uses and direct the City Manager to retain the six slips for Cal Sailing Club to use for nonprofit sailing instruction and programs and to review every four years
- Referred to Council Public Safety Committee – members: Taplin, Bartlett, Tregub, alternate Humbert - Police Accountability Board, Director of Police Accountability – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 16 - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley (Action) – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (information)
- September 30 (6 pm) - COPA/TOPA – Same night as Peace and Justice Commission
- October 22 Moved to November after election per Hahn’s request at Agenda on September 16, 2024 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) - Information
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Taplin Added at Agenda on September 16, 2024 – Unfunded Liabilities
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
September 15 - September 22, 2024
Worth Noting:
It is not a mistake. The special Council meeting on the Ashby BART housing development is MONDAY, September 16 at 6 pm. The City Council September 24 meeting agenda is available for comment.
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 15, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 16, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608747992
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 7992
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/1/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619424437
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 942 4437
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Fisher et al v. City of Berkeley, b. Lina Cong v. City of Berkeley, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 3201 Adeline Berkeley Repertory Group, Lease Price and Terms, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 2439 Channing Framer’s Workshop Lease Price and Terms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610819512
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 081 9512
AGENDA: Agenda item 1. The Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (housing project and flea market) (packet is 124 pages) and 2. Presentation Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) (packet 171 pages). https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-16-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Special Meeting from 10 am – 3 pm
In-Person: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
AGENDA: Icebreaker, 6. Charting Accomplishments, 7. Working Lunch, 9. Discussion & Training, 10. Reflection
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
(Members: Arreguin, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Wengraf)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617370401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 737 0401
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate Exisiting $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget, and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC, 3. City Manager – City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 4.a. Commission on Aging – Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, 4.b. City Manager Companion Report, 5.a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026, b. City Manager – Companion Report, 6. City Manager – Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616125937
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 612 5937
AGENDA: 4. Discussion with possible action on FY 2025 Public Art Program Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
(Members Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610104717
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 010 4717
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – Discussion Progress on Creating New Parkland, 3. Lunaparra – Discussion Southside Complete Streets, 4. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for FY 2024-2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: Serving Berkeley’s Homeless Population over age 55, Discussion/Action Items: 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the Berkeley Aged population, 4. Presentation proposal: Meeting the housing needs of seniors.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Supporting employee ownership models of business, 3. Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 4. Commission on Labor purview regarding labor ordinances and City workers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Election of Vice-Chair, 8. Small Business Support Act/Small Business Ombudsman Proposal from Councilmember Bartlett, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Discussion and possible action regarding Community Services Block Grant 2025, 3. Discussion and possible action on a draft revised strategic plan and Council item for the HWCAC, 4. City of Berkeley Single Audit for the year ended June 30, 2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, September 19, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2530 Bancroft Way (between Bowditch and Telegraph) – DRC2023-0014 – Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing 1-story 15,665 sq ft commercial structure and construct 12-story (134.5 feet), 139,833 sq ft mixed use development with 110 dwellings including 11 very low-income units and 2195 sq ft of ground floor commercial space, (SB 330)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: check later
Teleconference: check later
Meeting ID: check later
AGENDA: FCPC: 8. Report from negotiating committee: Mike Chang for School Board, 9. Complaint Californians for Safety and Security, 10. Complaint Ruben Hernande Story, 11. Complaint: Friends of Adeline, 12. Review and possible revision of Procedures for the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 13. Research into status of Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 Committee and the transfer of funds from Jesse Arreguin for State Senate District 7 2024 to Re-Elect Mayor Arreguin, OGC:City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, Joint FCPC-OGV: 16. Publicizing vacancies on Commissions. Information Items: 17. Public Financing Candidate Certifications a. Laura Babitt for School Board, Alfred Twu for Rent Board, 18. BERA Opinions a. Fix the Streets Opinion Corrected, 19. September 9, 2024 email from Chair Saginor to Council regarding provisions to Council’s Rules of Procedure and Order.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 2. Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit Cycle 1 Grant Application Adeline Quick Build Project, 3. Storm Water Master Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. At 6 pm Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383, CA Climate Action Corps Fellows Starting Soon, Outreach about reusable to-go cups/containers, Discussion/Action 1. At 6:15 pm Presentation from National Stewardship Action Council about SB54 and Zero Waste CA Legislation w/Q&A, 2. 6:50 pm Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. 7:10 pm Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, September 20, 2024
2 X 2 COMMITTEE (Council and BUSD) at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1005 Parker, Berkeley Adult School
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/82280511873?pwd=qFJsj9Lde0X1INzzXaLt0IVzOlX0tj.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 822 8051 1873 Passcode: 670477
AGENDA: 5. Discussion Items: 5.1 YEP Update, 5.2 Expanding Afterschool Programs, 5.3 Traffic Safety Enforcement Around BUSD Schools a. Update on Crossing Guards, 5.4 Cost of BUSD use of James Kenney Facility, 5.5 RPP for Educators are School Sites.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
TEEN SILENT DISCO at 6 pm
Location: 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
See link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-silent-disco-dance-party
Saturday, September 21, 2024
COASTAL CLEANUP DAY at 9 am
Location: 160 University
See link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/coastal-cleanup-day
BUILD YOUR OWN EMERGENCY KIT from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: At Ace Hardware, 2020 Milvia
AGENDA: September is National Preparedness Month
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/build-your-own-emergency-kit-1
Sunday, September 22, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE September 9 at 2:30 pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, September 16, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608747992
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 7992
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 1, 2024
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
7. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Recommend Adoption of Councilmember Taplin’s Referral Regarding Cal Sailing Club’s Six Historic J-Dock Berths for safety training for boating activities, community service and recreational education uses and direct the City Manager to retain the six slips for Cal Sailing Club to use for nonprofit sailing instruction and programs and to review every four years
8. Police Accountability Board, Director of Police Accountability – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board
9. Authors Hahn, Humbert, Bartlett – Budget Referral $150,000 for La Pena Cultural Center
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
Recess Items:
11.City Council Rules of Procedures and Order Revisions
INFORMATION REPORTS:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
It is not a mistake. The special Council meeting on the Ashby BART housing development is MONDAY, September 16 at 6 pm. The City Council September 24 meeting agenda is available for comment.
- Monday, September 16, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets at 1231 Addison in the hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format on Ashby BART housing project.
- From 10 am – 3 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 3 pm the Civic Arts Commission Public Art subcommittee meets on Zoom.
- Wednesday, September 18, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 2 pm the Facilities, Infrastructure, Transportation, Environment, Sustainability Commission meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm the Human welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, September 19, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commissions meet in the hybrid format, however, the zoom link needs to be updated.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- Friday, September 20, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the 2 x 2 Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm is the teen silent disco party
- Saturday, September 21, 2024:
- At 9 am is the Coastal Cleanup.
- At 10 am is Build Your Own Emergency Kit at Ace Hardware on Milvia.
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 15, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, September 16, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608747992
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 7992
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -10/1/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619424437
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 942 4437
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Fisher et al v. City of Berkeley, b. Lina Cong v. City of Berkeley, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 3201 Adeline Berkeley Repertory Group, Lease Price and Terms, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 2439 Channing Framer’s Workshop Lease Price and Terms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610819512
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 081 9512
AGENDA: Agenda item 1. The Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (housing project and flea market) (packet is 124 pages) and 2. Presentation Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (BECCAP) (packet 171 pages). https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-16-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Special Meeting from 10 am – 3 pm
In-Person: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
AGENDA: Icebreaker, 6. Charting Accomplishments, 7. Working Lunch, 9. Discussion & Training, 10. Reflection
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
(Members: Arreguin, Kesarwani, Hahn, alternate Wengraf)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617370401
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 737 0401
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Budget Referral: Allocate Exisiting $900,000 Transportation Network Company (TNC) Tax to Calm Traffic in Vicinity of Derby, Increase Citywide Traffic Calming Budget, and Establish Ongoing General Fund Allocation Policy for TNC, 3. City Manager – City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 4.a. Commission on Aging – Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, 4.b. City Manager Companion Report, 5.a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026, b. City Manager – Companion Report, 6. City Manager – Accept the Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616125937
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 612 5937
AGENDA: 4. Discussion with possible action on FY 2025 Public Art Program Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
(Members Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610104717
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 010 4717
AGENDA: 2. Taplin – Discussion Progress on Creating New Parkland, 3. Lunaparra – Discussion Southside Complete Streets, 4. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation Five Year Plan for FY 2024-2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: Serving Berkeley’s Homeless Population over age 55, Discussion/Action Items: 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the Berkeley Aged population, 4. Presentation proposal: Meeting the housing needs of seniors.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Supporting employee ownership models of business, 3. Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 4. Commission on Labor purview regarding labor ordinances and City workers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Election of Vice-Chair, 8. Small Business Support Act/Small Business Ombudsman Proposal from Councilmember Bartlett, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Discussion and possible action regarding Community Services Block Grant 2025, 3. Discussion and possible action on a draft revised strategic plan and Council item for the HWCAC, 4. City of Berkeley Single Audit for the year ended June 30, 2023
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, September 19, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2530 Bancroft Way (between Bowditch and Telegraph) – DRC2023-0014 – Preliminary Design Review – demolish existing 1-story 15,665 sq ft commercial structure and construct 12-story (134.5 feet), 139,833 sq ft mixed use development with 110 dwellings including 11 very low-income units and 2195 sq ft of ground floor commercial space, (SB 330)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSIONS (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: check later
Teleconference: check later
Meeting ID: check later
AGENDA: FCPC: 8. Report from negotiating committee: Mike Chang for School Board, 9. Complaint Californians for Safety and Security, 10. Complaint Ruben Hernande Story, 11. Complaint: Friends of Adeline, 12. Review and possible revision of Procedures for the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, 13. Research into status of Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 Committee and the transfer of funds from Jesse Arreguin for State Senate District 7 2024 to Re-Elect Mayor Arreguin, OGC:City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, Joint FCPC-OGV: 16. Publicizing vacancies on Commissions. Information Items: 17. Public Financing Candidate Certifications a. Laura Babitt for School Board, Alfred Twu for Rent Board, 18. BERA Opinions a. Fix the Streets Opinion Corrected, 19. September 9, 2024 email from Chair Saginor to Council regarding provisions to Council’s Rules of Procedure and Order.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: 2. Regional Measure 3 Safe Routes to Transit Cycle 1 Grant Application Adeline Quick Build Project, 3. Storm Water Master Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, City of Berkeley Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. At 6 pm Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383, CA Climate Action Corps Fellows Starting Soon, Outreach about reusable to-go cups/containers, Discussion/Action 1. At 6:15 pm Presentation from National Stewardship Action Council about SB54 and Zero Waste CA Legislation w/Q&A, 2. 6:50 pm Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. 7:10 pm Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, September 20, 2024
2 X 2 COMMITTEE (Council and BUSD) at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1005 Parker, Berkeley Adult School
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/82280511873?pwd=qFJsj9Lde0X1INzzXaLt0IVzOlX0tj.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 822 8051 1873 Passcode: 670477
AGENDA: 5. Discussion Items: 5.1 YEP Update, 5.2 Expanding Afterschool Programs, 5.3 Traffic Safety Enforcement Around BUSD Schools a. Update on Crossing Guards, 5.4 Cost of BUSD use of James Kenney Facility, 5.5 RPP for Educators are School Sites.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
TEEN SILENT DISCO at 6 pm
Location: 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
See link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/teen-silent-disco-dance-party
Saturday, September 21, 2024
COASTAL CLEANUP DAY at 9 am
Location: 160 University
See link for details
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/coastal-cleanup-day
BUILD YOUR OWN EMERGENCY KIT from 10 am – 12 pm
Location: At Ace Hardware, 2020 Milvia
AGENDA: September is National Preparedness Month
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/build-your-own-emergency-kit-1
Sunday, September 22, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE September 9 at 2:30 pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, September 16, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608747992
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 7992
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on October 1, 2024
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT
- Brown, City Attorney – Unrepresented Employee Manual Amendments for Measure KK Compliance
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $2,000,000 Regional Measure 3:2025 Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program for the Bay Trail Extension
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Contract Accept $1,000,000 from Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the African American Holistic Resources Center Project
- City Manager – Amending the Berkeley Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Code BMC 15.12
- Davis, Public Works – Grant Applications: Regional Measure 3: Safe Routes to Transit and Bay Trail Program, MTC $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Boulevards, $1,050,000 for Adeline Quick-Build
- Peace and Justice Commission – Name City of Berkeley street in Honor of Daniel Ellsberg
7. Parks and Waterfront Commission – Recommend Adoption of Councilmember Taplin’s Referral Regarding Cal Sailing Club’s Six Historic J-Dock Berths for safety training for boating activities, community service and recreational education uses and direct the City Manager to retain the six slips for Cal Sailing Club to use for nonprofit sailing instruction and programs and to review every four years
8. Police Accountability Board, Director of Police Accountability – Berkeley Police Department Texting Offences: Independent Investigation by the Police Accountability Board
9. Authors Hahn, Humbert, Bartlett – Budget Referral $150,000 for La Pena Cultural Center
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 24, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619309217
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 930 9217
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
Recess Items:
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with B0Bros Construction for Temporary Stabilization of Stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
- 2nd reading - Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn - Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
- 2nd reading - Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48
- Numainville, City Clerk - Establish 2025 City Council Meeting Schedule
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $5,500,000 for Citywide custoidial services: Cleaning and supplying designated city facilities
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application Reconnecting Communities $5,000,000 to U.S. Department of Transportation for Santa Fe Railroad Trackbed to Park Conversion Project
- Civic Arts Commission – Fund Request $125,000 Mitigation Fee Nexus Study, Public Art on Private Development Requirement
- Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $11,632.30 total $347,632.30 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services for the Mayor’s Office
- Kesarwani – Budget Referral: Independent Consultant to Conduct Analysis of Referring Restaurant Inspections to Alameda County
- Authors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – the Resolution Clarifying the Intent of Measure Y (2024) – Increasing Parks, Trees and Landscaping Maintenance Tax “Recommendation: In order to ensure that voters are fully informed and to inform future discussions of potential expenditures, it is recommended that the Berkeley City Council adopt the following language to clarify (but not change) the intent of Measure Y” The Intent of Measure Y is to generate additional funds by increasing the Parks Tax for park and landscape maintenance in the Waterfront including Cesar Chavez (Berkeley’s largest park), improvements to Berkeley’s urban forest and street plantings, and essential park and landscaping related capital projects.”
11.City Council Rules of Procedures and Order Revisions
INFORMATION REPORTS:
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2000 Kala Bagai Way #LMSAP2024-0002
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2227 Parker #LMIN2024-0001
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 8 Greenwood Common #LMSAP2024-0001
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 16 - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley (Action) – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (information)
- September 30 - COPA/TOPA - Action
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) - Information
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Evacuation Study (Fall 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
September 8 - September 15, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess ends September 9, 2024. A full week of meetings ahead.
The September 16, 2024 City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm is available for review and comment. Agenda item 1. The Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (housing project and flea market) (packet is 124 pages) and 2. The Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (packet 171 pages). https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-16-2024
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 8, 2024
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
Solano Avenue closed to traffic
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org
Monday, September 9, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612981697
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 298 1697
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -9/24/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615126453
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 512 6453
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation SEIU Local 1021 v. City of Berkeley Unfair Practice Charge, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMUNITY INPUT SESSION on Berkeley Police Department Policy 300 at 6:30 pm
Meeting is Hybrid with participants limited to 15 in person and 30 for virtual attendance.
Only virtual participation spaces remain open.
Policy 300 is use of Force: The September 9 session is on Accountability and Transparency.
Use link to register and receive zoom link:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/ODPA%20Community%20Input%20Session_Use%20of%20Force_Final%20%282%29.pdf
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
AGENDA: Action Items: V. Recommendation to Revise Salary Range – Aquatics Specialist II, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Assistant to the City Attorney, VII. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Community Services Officer, VIII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment – Deputy Director of Health, Housing, and Community Services, IX. Presentation on Hiring Data – discussion only, X. Report by Director of Human Resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Vote to send Bathroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
CITY/UC/STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88420686172
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 884 2068 6172
AGENDA: 4. Use of UC Settlement Funds for Priority Capital Projects, 5. Presentation on Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub Development Project, 6. Presentation on Bancroft Student Housing Development Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Feedback on Tent Board Postcard, 11. Discussion and vote on Active Icon referral to Council, 12. Discussion and vote on WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) contract clause referral to Council, 13. Discussion and vote on PROWAG (Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines) contract clause to Council. 14. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, St. Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report Special events, community engagement, summer program recap, 9. Discussion/Action: Ohlone Greenway safety improvements, 10. Discussion/Action: Update on Stormwater Master Plan, 11. Discussion/Action: Update Measure Y, Parks Tax Ballot Measure. 12. Discussion/Action: Update on Testing at Cesar Chavez Park,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, Public comment at the PAB is at the beginning and end of the meeting and not on individual agenda items.5. OPDA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Member Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. New Business a. Discussion and action on the status of the PAB and ODPA Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, b. Discussion and action on the operation and Processes Subcommittee’s recommendations for changes in the PAB’s Policy Review Process, c. Discussion and action regarding the 2025 PAB Strategic Planning session, d. Discussion and action regarding Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of the Berkeley Police Department, e. Discussion and action regarding the City Manager’s Off-Agenda Reports to City Council i. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), ii. Fixed Automated License Plate Reader Deployment Plan, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, September 12, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85908112052
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 859 0811 2052
AGENDA on Consent: 2. 2738 Prince – Use Permit #ZP2024-0001 - to construct an approximately 650 sq ft two-story addition creating 3 new bedrooms (total six) in R-2 District. 3. Re-appoint Lillian Mitchell, LEED AP for committee licensed architect position.
AGENDA on Action: 4. 2708 Prince – Use Permit #ZP2024-0024 – to demolish existing 13 ft 9 in tall 1-story 1052 sq ft house and accessory building (garage) and construct new 24 ft 4 in tall 2-story 3118 sq ft duplex,
5. 2128-30 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish 2 buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 7 ft parapet, 713,664 sq ft mixed use building with 456 dwelling units including 6 extremely low-income and 34 very low-income density bonus qualifying / replacement units 14,404 sq ft of commercial space, 36 parking spaces and certify FEIR and adopt mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, September 13, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: A MILLION MILES AWAY from 7:30 pm – 10:45 pm
Location: 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-million-miles-away
Saturday, September 14, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Berkeley Waterfront Development Plans and Middle Housing Ordinance with City of Berkeley Planning staff presenting and available for questions.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
T-Mack Skate Jam from 11:30 am – 3 pm
Location: at 711 Harrison
Free Event all Ages – This Annual event celebrates the life and memory of Terrance McCrary Jr.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/t-mack-skate-jam-0
Sunday, September 15, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE September 9 at 2:30 pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, September 9, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612981697
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 298 1697
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 24, 2024
Recess Items:
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
36. Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase to match Alameda County approved ambulance user fee schedule effective 7/1/2024
37. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48 Recommendation CoB will continue to offer interim shelter existing “Housing First” approach with 6 exceptions, 1) Fire Department has determined encampment poses a fire hazard BMC 19.48, 2) HHCS has determined that encampment poses an imminent health hazard BMC 11.36.030, 3) Situation constitutes a public nuisance, 4) Encampment is located on City street median roadway or otherwise in dangerous proximity to traffic BMC 14.32.040, 5) Encampment interferes with or impedes city of utility companies’ construction or maintenance activities in the public right-of-way street lighting installation or repair street tree maintenance or utilities maintenance or repair and City Manager is authorized to take enforcement actions to deter re-encampments and may enable enforcement through temporary on-commercial objects of less than nine-square-feet within less than 24 hours in a designated public area marked with signage to deter re-encampment38.Information Reports:
38. Housing advisory Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan.
Disposition of Items Removed from Draft Agenda
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess ends September 9, 2024. A full week of meetings ahead.
The September 16, 2024 City Council Special Meeting at 6 pm is available for review and comment. Agenda item 1. The Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (housing project and flea market) (packet is 124 pages) and 2. The Berkeley-El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan (packet 171 pages). https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-september-16-2024
- Sunday, September 8, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm is the Solano Stroll with Solano closed to traffic.
- Monday, September 9, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board has a community input meeting on the Berkeley Police Use of Force Policy.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, September 10, 2024: At 7 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with the Encampment Ordinance as item 37 in the agenda.
- Wednesday, September 11, 2024:
- At 3 pm the City/UC/Student Relations Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 5 pm the Disability Commission provides virtual conferencing to commissioners and presenters, however, the public including public members with disabilities are required to attend in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, September 12, 2024: At 7 pm the Zoning adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with agenda item 4 the 26-story mixed use project with 456 units at Oxford and Center.
- Friday, September 13, 2024: At 7:30 pm is the movie A Million Miles Away at Grove Park.
- Saturday, September 14, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12 pm the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets online on Berkeley Waterfront Development Plans and Middle Housing Ordinance with City of Berkeley Planning staff presenting and available for questions.
- From 11:30 to 3 pm is the city sponsored skate jam for all ages.
Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at https://berkeleyca.gov
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 8, 2024
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
Solano Avenue closed to traffic
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org
Monday, September 9, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612981697
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 298 1697
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -9/24/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, including Strengthening the Committee System to Provide More In-Depth Review and Vetting of Major Items, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615126453
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 512 6453
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation SEIU Local 1021 v. City of Berkeley Unfair Practice Charge, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
COMMUNITY INPUT SESSION on Berkeley Police Department Policy 300 at 6:30 pm
Meeting is Hybrid with participants limited to 15 in person and 30 for virtual attendance.
Only virtual participation spaces remain open.
Policy 300 is use of Force: The September 9 session is on Accountability and Transparency.
Use link to register and receive zoom link:
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/legislative-body-meeting-attachments/ODPA%20Community%20Input%20Session_Use%20of%20Force_Final%20%282%29.pdf
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
AGENDA: Action Items: V. Recommendation to Revise Salary Range – Aquatics Specialist II, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Assistant to the City Attorney, VII. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Community Services Officer, VIII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment – Deputy Director of Health, Housing, and Community Services, IX. Presentation on Hiring Data – discussion only, X. Report by Director of Human Resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Vote to send Bathroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar for a quick scan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
CITY/UC/STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88420686172
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 884 2068 6172
AGENDA: 4. Use of UC Settlement Funds for Priority Capital Projects, 5. Presentation on Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub Development Project, 6. Presentation on Bancroft Student Housing Development Project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Feedback on Tent Board Postcard, 11. Discussion and vote on Active Icon referral to Council, 12. Discussion and vote on WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) contract clause referral to Council, 13. Discussion and vote on PROWAG (Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines) contract clause to Council. 14. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, St. Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Director’s Report Special events, community engagement, summer program recap, 9. Discussion/Action: Ohlone Greenway safety improvements, 10. Discussion/Action: Update on Stormwater Master Plan, 11. Discussion/Action: Update Measure Y, Parks Tax Ballot Measure. 12. Discussion/Action: Update on Testing at Cesar Chavez Park,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, Public comment at the PAB is at the beginning and end of the meeting and not on individual agenda items.5. OPDA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Member Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 9. New Business a. Discussion and action on the status of the PAB and ODPA Regulations for Handling Investigations and Complaints, b. Discussion and action on the operation and Processes Subcommittee’s recommendations for changes in the PAB’s Policy Review Process, c. Discussion and action regarding the 2025 PAB Strategic Planning session, d. Discussion and action regarding Citygate Associates, LLC Workload Organizational Study of the Berkeley Police Department, e. Discussion and action regarding the City Manager’s Off-Agenda Reports to City Council i. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), ii. Fixed Automated License Plate Reader Deployment Plan, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, September 12, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85908112052
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 859 0811 2052
AGENDA on Consent: 2. 2738 Prince – Use Permit #ZP2024-0001 - to construct an approximately 650 sq ft two-story addition creating 3 new bedrooms (total six) in R-2 District. 3. Re-appoint Lillian Mitchell, LEED AP for committee licensed architect position.
AGENDA on Action: 4. 2708 Prince – Use Permit #ZP2024-0024 – to demolish existing 13 ft 9 in tall 1-story 1052 sq ft house and accessory building (garage) and construct new 24 ft 4 in tall 2-story 3118 sq ft duplex,
5. 2128-30 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish 2 buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 7 ft parapet, 713,664 sq ft mixed use building with 456 dwelling units including 6 extremely low-income and 34 very low-income density bonus qualifying / replacement units 14,404 sq ft of commercial space, 36 parking spaces and certify FEIR and adopt mitigation monitoring and reporting program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, September 13, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: A MILLION MILES AWAY from 7:30 pm – 10:45 pm
Location: 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-million-miles-away
Saturday, September 14, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Berkeley Waterfront Development Plans and Middle Housing Ordinance with City of Berkeley Planning staff presenting and available for questions.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
T-Mack Skate Jam from 11:30 am – 3 pm
Location: at 711 Harrison
Free Event all Ages – This Annual event celebrates the life and memory of Terrance McCrary Jr.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/t-mack-skate-jam-0
Sunday, September 15, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE September 9 at 2:30 pm +++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, September 9, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612981697
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 298 1697
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 24, 2024
Recess Items:
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $400,000 with B0Bros Construction for Temporary Stabilization of Stair Tower Windows at 2180 Milvia
- Numainville, City Clerk - Establish 2025 City Council Meeting Schedule
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $5,000,000 to U.S. Department of Transportation for Santa Fe Railroad Trackbed to Park Conversion Project
- Civic Arts Commission – Fund Request $125,000 Mitigation Fee Nexus Study, Public Art on Private Development Requirement
- Kesarwani – Budget Referral: Independent Consultant to Conduct Analysis of Referring Restaurant Inspections to Alameda County
- Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $11,632.30 total $347,632.30 with Szabo & Associates for Communications Consulting Services for the Mayor’s Office
- Authors Humbert, Taplin, Wengraf – the Resolution Clarifying the Intent of Measure Y (2024) – Increasing Parks, Trees and Landscaping Maintenance Tax “Recommendation: In order to ensure that voters are fully informed and to inform future discussions of potential expenditures, it is recommended that the Berkeley City Council adopt the following language to clarify (but not change) the intent of Measure Y” The Intent of Measure Y is to generate additional funds by increasing the Parks Tax for park and landscape maintenance in the Waterfront including Cesar Chavez (Berkeley’s largest park), improvements to Berkeley’s urban forest and street plantings, and essential park and landscaping related capital projects.”
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2000 Kala Bagai Way #LMSAP2024-0002
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2227 Parker #LMIN2024-0001
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 8 greenwood Common #LMSAP2024-0001
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $3,200,000 Local Transportation Climate Adaption Program (LTCAP) for the Interstate 80 Aquatic Park Tidetube Culvert Renovation and Habitat Resiliency Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: U.S. DOT - Charging and Fueling infrastructure Discretionary Grant – South Cove West Parking Lot Renovation and EV Charging Project.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,932-N.S. Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carelton Street and 1423 Ward Street to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,933-N.S. lease agreement Youth Musical Theater Company for the Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck for term of 3 years 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2027
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $178,653.47 with File Trail, Inc for Records Management System 9/26/2024 – 9/26/2029
- Numainville, City Clerk – Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference
- Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, add revisions recommended by the Open Government Commission and approved by Council
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $5,960,000, $100,000-Early Intervention system, $110,000-Public Art, $200,000-Food Assistance, $1,500,000-Storm Drain, $900,000-Police vehicles, $3,000,000-Curb Ramp Improvement Project
- Gilman, HHCS – Mental Health Services Act Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Update
- Gilman, HHCS – 2024 Local Housing Trust Fund Application to State of California Local Housing Trust Fund program for $5,000,000 for two projects at the North Berkeley BART Site: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) and NBB BRIDGE Insight Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Project
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $63,928 total $208,878 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32200135 add $45,136 total $231,136 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32500020 total $249,999 with ACAPMO for Technology Program/Project Management Office (PMO) for additional services 8/1/2024 – 12/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 31900187 add $84,000 total $362,000 with ISP.NET (Formerly LV.NET) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32100185 add $1,037,372 total $2,033,489 with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) frp, 5/14/2021 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend contract add $645,173 total $2,934,123 with Tyler Technologies, Inc for Computer aided Dispatch (CAD) Software and extend to 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,395,000 with Roundstone Solutions, Inc. a Distributor of Carasoft Technology Corporation Using General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule for hardware, software, and services related to the Server Infrastructure Upgrade and Azure Disaster Recovery from 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services through 7/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 319002070 add $1,704,438 total $5,411,676 with Dell Computers, Inc. for Computer Hardware and Software Purchases
- Fong, IT, Amend Contract No. 099471-1 add $16,906.61 total $100,359.61 with Integrated Business Consultants of GA (Reseller) for additional software maintenance and twenty additional support hours and extend through 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32400024 add $120,000 total $556,954 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc for Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Ying Xiang Liu
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Obaidulla Khan
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 1401 Le Roy Ave
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 60 Panoramic Way
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 7 Greenwood Common
- Louis, Police – Donation $1,125.42 Fusako Castro Estate to the Berkeley Police Department
- Louis, Police – Contract $1,313,482 with All-Star Talent for Recruiting, Advertising, and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police and Fire Departments 6/1/2024 – 5/30/2028 with option to extend for 2 additional 2-year periods
- Louis, Police – Accept Revenue Grant with California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) 10/1/2024 – 9/30/2025
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation reach out to other impacted land owners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Request additional meeting in 2024 due to special meeting to address Insight Housing Allocation
- Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – Name Concrete Planter at Southeast Corner of Adeline and Alcatraz as the Ms Richie and Friends of Adeline Native Garden
- Wengraf – Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn - AC Transit Draft Final Plan, Letter to AC Transit urging to reconsider frequency of service for bus lines 65, 67 including restoration of weekend service
36. Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase to match Alameda County approved ambulance user fee schedule effective 7/1/2024
37. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48 Recommendation CoB will continue to offer interim shelter existing “Housing First” approach with 6 exceptions, 1) Fire Department has determined encampment poses a fire hazard BMC 19.48, 2) HHCS has determined that encampment poses an imminent health hazard BMC 11.36.030, 3) Situation constitutes a public nuisance, 4) Encampment is located on City street median roadway or otherwise in dangerous proximity to traffic BMC 14.32.040, 5) Encampment interferes with or impedes city of utility companies’ construction or maintenance activities in the public right-of-way street lighting installation or repair street tree maintenance or utilities maintenance or repair and City Manager is authorized to take enforcement actions to deter re-encampments and may enable enforcement through temporary on-commercial objects of less than nine-square-feet within less than 24 hours in a designated public area marked with signage to deter re-encampment38.Information Reports:
38. Housing advisory Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan.
Disposition of Items Removed from Draft Agenda
- To be scheduled for a special meeting - Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Policy Committee negative recommendation
- Removed by City Manager - Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 Removed from list
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 16 - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley (Action) – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (information)
- September 30 - COPA/TOPA - Action
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan - Action
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative) - Information
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
September 1 - September 8, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess ends September 9, 2024 - September 10 Council Meeting agenda available for comment with encampment ordinance #37 on the agenda.
Board and commission meetings return.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 1, 2024 - no meetings
Monday, September 2, 2024 – Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Israel-Gaza Community Listening Forum, 9. Discussion and Action Regarding Resolution for an immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza and an End to U.S. Military Aid to Israel and Support for Palestinian Self-Determination, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Presentation – State of the Collection, III. B. Amend Contract 32200222 add $135,594 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions, C. Gann Override Measure Reauthorizing the Library Tax Approved in 1988, IV. A. Proposed Personnel Changes for three vacant positions.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 4. Discussion of possible letter or report on September 10 City Council item 37 on clearing encampments, 5. Discussion of possible letter or report on safety protocols at shelters and homeless service programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Development Agreement Procedure Revisions BMC 22.16, Development Agreements are negotiated contracts between a public agency and project sponsor that govern land uses within a specific area and may freeze existing zoning to provide assurance that the project will not be blocked by future regulatory changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, September 5, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. City draft consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Federal Program Year 2023, 7. Age-Friendly Action Plan Referral, 8. To recommend funding for BUSD Workforce Housing and St. Paul Terrace Projects, 9. Re-appoint the Civic Arts Joint Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan,
7. 59 Arden Road – Zoning Officer Referral Administrative Permit #ZP2022-0127 – Located in Panoramic Hill – to construct new parking pad and concrete retaining wall – ES-R zone – very highest fire zone in Berkeley Fire Zone 3.
8. 2530-2538 Bancroft Way – Demolition referral for commercial building
9. 2436-2442 Haste – Landmark or Structure of Merit
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, September 6, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, September 7, 2024
2024 FALL on SOLANO from 12 – 5 pm
Solano Avenue remains open
Activities at 1830 Solano: Face painting, balloon art, Solcar Choo Choo Train, The Big Bubble People
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/fall-on-solano/
Sunday, September 8, 2024
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
Solano Avenue Closed
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
Disposition of Items Removed from Draft Agenda
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess ends September 9, 2024 - September 10 Council Meeting agenda available for comment with encampment ordinance #37 on the agenda.
Board and commission meetings return.
- Tuesday, September 3, 2024: At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person with a listening session followed by consideration of Resolution on Israel-Gaza
- Wednesday, September 4, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with a public hearing on development agreements.
- At 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts meets in person on the proposed encampment ordinance.
- Thursday, September 5, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- Saturday, September 7, 2024: From 12 noon to 5 pm there are activities on Solano for children with Solano Avenue open to traffic.
- Sunday, September 8, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm is the Solano Stroll with Solano closed to traffic.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, September 1, 2024 - no meetings
Monday, September 2, 2024 – Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Israel-Gaza Community Listening Forum, 9. Discussion and Action Regarding Resolution for an immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza and an End to U.S. Military Aid to Israel and Support for Palestinian Self-Determination, 10. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Presentation – State of the Collection, III. B. Amend Contract 32200222 add $135,594 with Konica Minolta Business Solutions, C. Gann Override Measure Reauthorizing the Library Tax Approved in 1988, IV. A. Proposed Personnel Changes for three vacant positions.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 4. Discussion of possible letter or report on September 10 City Council item 37 on clearing encampments, 5. Discussion of possible letter or report on safety protocols at shelters and homeless service programs
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: Development Agreement Procedure Revisions BMC 22.16, Development Agreements are negotiated contracts between a public agency and project sponsor that govern land uses within a specific area and may freeze existing zoning to provide assurance that the project will not be blocked by future regulatory changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, September 5, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. City draft consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Federal Program Year 2023, 7. Age-Friendly Action Plan Referral, 8. To recommend funding for BUSD Workforce Housing and St. Paul Terrace Projects, 9. Re-appoint the Civic Arts Joint Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. San Pablo Avenue Specific Plan,
7. 59 Arden Road – Zoning Officer Referral Administrative Permit #ZP2022-0127 – Located in Panoramic Hill – to construct new parking pad and concrete retaining wall – ES-R zone – very highest fire zone in Berkeley Fire Zone 3.
8. 2530-2538 Bancroft Way – Demolition referral for commercial building
9. 2436-2442 Haste – Landmark or Structure of Merit
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, September 6, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, September 7, 2024
2024 FALL on SOLANO from 12 – 5 pm
Solano Avenue remains open
Activities at 1830 Solano: Face painting, balloon art, Solcar Choo Choo Train, The Big Bubble People
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org/fall-on-solano/
Sunday, September 8, 2024
SOLANO STROLL from 10 am – 5 pm
Solano Avenue Closed
https://www.solanoavenueassn.org
+++++++ CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 AGENDA +++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on September 10, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607838997
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 783 8997
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $3,200,000 Local Transportation Climate Adaption Program (LTCAP) for the Interstate 80 Aquatic Park Tidetube Culvert Renovation and Habitat Resiliency Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: U.S. DOT - Charging and Fueling infrastructure Discretionary Grant – South Cove West Parking Lot Renovation and EV Charging Project.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,932-N.S. Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carelton Street and 1423 Ward Street to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,933-N.S. lease agreement Youth Musical Theater Company for the Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck for term of 3 years 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2027
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $178,653.47 with File Trail, Inc for Records Management System 9/26/2024 – 9/26/2029
- Numainville, City Clerk – Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference
- Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, add revisions recommended by the Open Government Commission and approved by Council
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $5,960,000, $100,000-Early Intervention system, $110,000-Public Art, $200,000-Food Assistance, $1,500,000-Storm Drain, $900,000-Police vehicles, $3,000,000-Curb Ramp Improvement Project
- Gilman, HHCS – Mental Health Services Act Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Update
- Gilman, HHCS – 2024 Local Housing Trust Fund Application to State of California Local Housing Trust Fund program for $5,000,000 for two projects at the North Berkeley BART Site: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) and NBB BRIDGE Insight Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Project
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $63,928 total $208,878 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32200135 add $45,136 total $231,136 with Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32500020 total $249,999 with ACAPMO for Technology Program/Project Management Office (PMO) for additional services 8/1/2024 – 12/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 31900187 add $84,000 total $362,000 with ISP.NET (Formerly LV.NET) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32100185 add $1,037,372 total $2,033,489 with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) frp, 5/14/2021 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend contract add $645,173 total $2,934,123 with Tyler Technologies, Inc for Computer aided Dispatch (CAD) Software and extend to 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,395,000 with Roundstone Solutions, Inc. a Distributor of Carasoft Technology Corporation Using General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule for hardware, software, and services related to the Server Infrastructure Upgrade and Azure Disaster Recovery from 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services through 7/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 319002070 add $1,704,438 total $5,411,676 with Dell Computers, Inc. for Computer Hardware and Software Purchases
- Fong, IT, Amend Contract No. 099471-1 add $16,906.61 total $100,359.61 with Integrated Business Consultants of GA (Reseller) for additional software maintenance and twenty additional support hours and extend through 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32400024 add $120,000 total $556,954 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc for Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Ying Xiang Liu
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Obaidulla Khan
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 1401 Le Roy Ave
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 60 Panoramic Way
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 7 Greenwood Common
- Louis, Police – Donation $1,125.42 Fusako Castro Estate to the Berkeley Police Department
- Louis, Police – Contract $1,313,482 with All-Star Talent for Recruiting, Advertising, and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police and Fire Departments 6/1/2024 – 5/30/2028 with option to extend for 2 additional 2-year periods
- Louis, Police – Accept Revenue Grant with California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) 10/1/2024 – 9/30/2025
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation reach out to other impacted land owners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Request additional meeting in 2024 due to special meeting to address Insight Housing Allocation
- Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – Name Concrete Planter at Southeast Corner of Adeline and Alcatraz as the Ms Richie and Friends of Adeline Native Garden
- Wengraf – Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn - AC Transit Draft Final Plan, Letter to AC Transit urging to reconsider frequency of service for bus lines 65, 67 including restoration of weekend service
- Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase to match Alameda County approved ambulance user fee schedule effective 7/1/2024
- Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48 Recommendation CoB will continue to offer interim shelter existing “Housing First” approach with 6 exceptions, 1) Fire Department has determined encampment poses a fire hazard BMC 19.48, 2) HHCS has determined that encampment poses an imminent health hazard BMC 11.36.030, 3) Situation constitutes a public nuisance, 4) Encampment is located on City street median roadway or otherwise in dangerous proximity to traffic BMC 14.32.040, 5) Encampment interferes with or impedes city of utility companies’ construction or maintenance activities in the public right-of-way street lighting installation or repair street tree maintenance or utilities maintenance or repair and City Manager is authorized to take enforcement actions to deter re-encampments and may enable enforcement through temporary on-commercial objects of less than nine-square-feet within less than 24 hours in a designated public area marked with signage to deter re-encampment
- Housing advisory Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan.
Disposition of Items Removed from Draft Agenda
- To be scheduled for a special meeting - Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Policy Committee negative recommendation
- Removed by City Manager - Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code
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LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024 (look for new date)
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 16 - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- COPA/TOPA (September 10, 2024 regular meeting agenda)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
August 25 - September 1, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
The end of summer last light week of meetings.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Monday, August 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607301824
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 730 1824
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -9/10/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
Thursday, August 29, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. UC Berkeley Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub (Addison and Oxford) Donor Developed project – informational item – proposed UNB project that will provide incubator space for campus-affiliated entrepreneurs and collaborators to cultivate start-up companies that provide solutions for energy and the environment.
2. 2820 San Pablo (between Grayson and Heinz) - DRC2022-0005 – Preliminary Design Review – to construct 4-story (50 ft) mixed-use building with one single-family dwelling, offices, and research and development at 2820 San Pablo; and demolish non-residential building at 2821 Tenth Street and construct a 2-story (34 ft, 8 in) building with office, research and development, and light manufacturing uses and a garage with 23 off-street parking spaces and one loading space
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, August 26, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607301824
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 730 1824
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 10, 2024
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
31. Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase to match Alameda County approved ambulance user fee schedule effective 7/1/2024
32. Numainville, City Clerk – Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference
33. Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, add revisions recommended by the Open Government Commission and approved by Council
34. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code
35. a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation reach out to other impacted land owners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route
36. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Policy Committee negative recommendation
37. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48 Recommendation CoB will continue to offer interim shelter existing “Housing First” approach with 6 exceptions, 1) Fire Department has determined encampment poses a fire hazard BMC 19.48, 2) HHCS has determined that encampment poses an imminent health hazard BMC 11.36.030, 3) Situation constitutes a public nuisance, 4) Encampment is located on City street median roadway or otherwise in dangerous proximity to traffic BMC 14.32.040, 5) Encampment interferes with or impedes city of utility companies’ construction or maintenance activities in the public right-of-way street lighting installation or repair street tree maintenance or utilities maintenance or repair and City Manager is authorized to take enforcement actions to deter re-encampments and may enable enforcement through temporary on-commercial objects of less than nine-square-feet within less than 24 hours in a designated public area marked with signage to deter re-encampment
38. Wengraf – Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
39. Housing advisory Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan.
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LAND USE CALENDAR
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
The end of summer last light week of meetings.
- Monday, August 26, 2024: at 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format. Draft agenda for September 10 includes 35-feasibility study for second access route in Panoramic Hill, 36-negative recommendation for COPA/TOPA and 37-Encampment Ordinance from Kesarwani and Wengraf.
- Thursday, August 29, 2024: FYI - At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee is meeting in person on new UCB R&D project-information only and R&D on San Pablo.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Monday, August 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607301824
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 730 1824
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -9/10/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
Thursday, August 29, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. UC Berkeley Bakar ClimatEnginuity Hub (Addison and Oxford) Donor Developed project – informational item – proposed UNB project that will provide incubator space for campus-affiliated entrepreneurs and collaborators to cultivate start-up companies that provide solutions for energy and the environment.
2. 2820 San Pablo (between Grayson and Heinz) - DRC2022-0005 – Preliminary Design Review – to construct 4-story (50 ft) mixed-use building with one single-family dwelling, offices, and research and development at 2820 San Pablo; and demolish non-residential building at 2821 Tenth Street and construct a 2-story (34 ft, 8 in) building with office, research and development, and light manufacturing uses and a garage with 23 off-street parking spaces and one loading space
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, August 26, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607301824
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 730 1824
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on September 10, 2024
CEREMONIAL MATTERS: PLEDGE of ALLEGIANCE
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS on NON-AGENDA MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT by EMPLOYEE UNIONS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $3,200,000 Local Transportation Climate Adaption Program (LTCAP) for the Interstate 80 Aquatic Park Tidetube Culvert Renovation and Habitat Resiliency Project
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application: U.S. DOT - Charging and Fueling infrastructure Discretionary Grant – South Cove West Parking Lot Renovation and EV Charging Project.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,932-N.S. Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton Street and 1423 Ward Street to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site.
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,933-N.S. lease agreement Youth Musical Theater Company for the Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck for term of 3 years 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2027
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Numainville, City Clerk – Contract $178,653.47 with File Trail, Inc for Records Management System 9/26/2024 – 9/26/2029
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $5,960,000
- Gilman, HHCS – Mental Health Services Act Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Update
- Gilman, HHCS – 2024 Local Housing Trust Fund Application to State of California Local Housing Trust Fund program for $5,000,000 for two projects at the North Berkeley BART Site: East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation (EBALDC) and NBB BRIDGE Insight Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Project
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32300112 add $63,928 total $208,878 with Harold Dichoso for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCA – Amend Contract No. 32200135 add $45,136 total $231,136 tieh Multicultural Institute for COVID-19 Outreach and Education and extend to 6/30/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32500020 total $249,999 with ACAPMO for Technology Program/Project Management Office (PMO) for additional services 8/1/2024 – 12/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 31900187 add $84,000 total $362,000 with ISP.NET (Formerly LV.NET) for Secondary Internet for Redundancy and Load Balancing from 10/3/2017 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract 32100185 add $1,037,372 total $2,033,489 with Digital Hands for Cybersecurity Event Monitoring and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) from, 5/14/2021 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend contract add $645,173 total $2,934,123 with Tyler Technologies, Inc for Computer aided Dispatch (CAD) Software and extend to 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,395,000 with Roundstone Solutions, Inc. a Distributor of Carasoft Technology Corporation Using General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule for hardware, software, and services related to the Server Infrastructure Upgrade and Azure Disaster Recovery from 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 32000223 add $50,000 total $299,500 with Gray Quarter, Inc for Accela Professional Services through 7/31/2025
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 319002070 add $1,704,438 total $5,411,676 with Dell Computers, Inc. for Computer Hardware and Software Purchases
- Fong, IT, Amend Contract No. 099471-1 add $16,906.61 total $100,359.61 with Integrated Business Consultants of GA (Reseller) for additional software maintenance and twenty additional support hours and extend through 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32400024 add $120,000 total $556,954 with Baldoni Construction Services, Inc for Echo Lake Camp Accessibility Upgrades
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Ying Xiang Liu
- Ferris, Parks – Donation $3,400 for Memorial Bench at the Berkeley Waterfront Pathway in memory of Obaidulla Khan
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 1401 Le Roy Ave
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 60 Panoramic Way
- Klein, Planning – Mills Act Contract 7 greenwood Common
- Louis, Police – Donation $1,125.42 Fusako Castro Estate to the Berkeley Police Department
- Louis, Police – Contract $1,313,482 with All-Star Talent for Recruiting, Advertising, and Marketing Strategy for Berkeley Police and Fire Departments 6/1/2024 – 5/30/2028 with option to extend for 2 additional 2-year periods
- Louis, Police – Accept Revenue Grant with California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) 10/1/2024 – 9/30/2025
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Request additional meeting in 2024 due to special meeting to address Insight Housing Allocation
- Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – Name Concrete Planter at Southeast Corner of Adline and Alcatraz as the Ms Richie and Friends of Adeline Native Garden
31. Sprague, Fire – Ambulance Transport Fee Increase to match Alameda County approved ambulance user fee schedule effective 7/1/2024
32. Numainville, City Clerk – Voting Delegates – League of California Cities Annual Conference
33. Numainville, City Clerk – City Council Rules of Procedure and Order Revisions, add revisions recommended by the Open Government Commission and approved by Council
34. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code
35. a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan that includes a feasibility study and identification of funding sources, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation reach out to other impacted land owners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route
36. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, Policy Committee negative recommendation
37. Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf – Encampment Policy Resolution to Promote Healthy and Safe Neighborhoods and Related First Reading of Ordinance Amending BMC 14.48 Recommendation CoB will continue to offer interim shelter existing “Housing First” approach with 6 exceptions, 1) Fire Department has determined encampment poses a fire hazard BMC 19.48, 2) HHCS has determined that encampment poses an imminent health hazard BMC 11.36.030, 3) Situation constitutes a public nuisance, 4) Encampment is located on City street median roadway or otherwise in dangerous proximity to traffic BMC 14.32.040, 5) Encampment interferes with or impedes city of utility companies’ construction or maintenance activities in the public right-of-way street lighting installation or repair street tree maintenance or utilities maintenance or repair and City Manager is authorized to take enforcement actions to deter re-encampments and may enable enforcement through temporary on-commercial objects of less than nine-square-feet within less than 24 hours in a designated public area marked with signage to deter re-encampment
38. Wengraf – Amending BMC 7.52.060 to include “Wildfire Hardening” in the Real Property Transfer Tax Exceptions
39. Housing advisory Commission 2024-2025 Work Plan.
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
- 844 University Ave (Black Pine Circle School) 9/3/2024
- 3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
- September 16 - Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- October 29 (3:30 pm) Re-Imagining Public safety Update (Tentative)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- COPA/TOPA (September 10, 2024 regular meeting agenda)
- Economic Dashboards Update (January 2025)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
August 11 - August 18, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024. Most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
I planned to take a recess too until the end of August, but the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government called meetings for this week on August 15, 2024
This is my last calendar until City meetings pick up again. Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Below are the meetings posted between now and the end of August.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Thursday, August 15, 2024
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference for observing – public comment can only be given in person: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614037595
Passcode Required: Check after Monday.
AGENDA: 5. Non-agenda public comment, FCPC: 8. Public Finacing certifications, 9. Report from negotiating subcommittee: Mike Chang for School Board, 11. Complaint: Ruben Story for Council 2024, 12. Requests for Commission Opinion under BERA 2.12220, OGC: 14. Public Records Complaint, 15. Teleconferencing and remote public access for Commission meetings, Joint FCPC-OGC Calendar: 16. Commission vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. ATP Cycle 7 Grant Applications MTC Complete Streets Checklist Review – Action requested, As required by Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Complete Streets Policy staff requests the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission review and approve MTC Complete Streets Checklists for Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 grant applications for Southwest Berkeley bicycle Boulevards project, 2. Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) San Pablo Ave Corridor Bus and Bike Lanes Presentation on bicycle, pedestrian and transit safety improvements. (check links in agenda for project details)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, August 29, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024. Most boards and commissions do not meet in August.
I planned to take a recess too until the end of August, but the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission and the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government called meetings for this week on August 15, 2024
- Thursday, August 15, 2024:
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission meets in the hybrid format, but public comment will only be taken in person and the password to zoom is missing from the agenda that was forwarded to me and not yet posted so check later for details.
- Wednesday, August 21, 2024: At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person.
- Thursday, August 29, 2024: FYI - At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee is meeting in person on the 5thThursday, not the 3rd Thursday.
This is my last calendar until City meetings pick up again. Please take advantage of checking the City website for any surprises and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Below are the meetings posted between now and the end of August.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Thursday, August 15, 2024
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference for observing – public comment can only be given in person: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614037595
Passcode Required: Check after Monday.
AGENDA: 5. Non-agenda public comment, FCPC: 8. Public Finacing certifications, 9. Report from negotiating subcommittee: Mike Chang for School Board, 11. Complaint: Ruben Story for Council 2024, 12. Requests for Commission Opinion under BERA 2.12220, OGC: 14. Public Records Complaint, 15. Teleconferencing and remote public access for Commission meetings, Joint FCPC-OGC Calendar: 16. Commission vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. ATP Cycle 7 Grant Applications MTC Complete Streets Checklist Review – Action requested, As required by Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Complete Streets Policy staff requests the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission review and approve MTC Complete Streets Checklists for Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 grant applications for Southwest Berkeley bicycle Boulevards project, 2. Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) San Pablo Ave Corridor Bus and Bike Lanes Presentation on bicycle, pedestrian and transit safety improvements. (check links in agenda for project details)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
Thursday, August 29, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: At 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
August 4 - August 11, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is officially from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, Council did not finish the Ballot Measures for the November election so there will be a special council meeting on Monday August 5 at 6 pm on Councilmember Lunaparra’s ballot measure on tenant protections and Mayor Arreguin’s and Councilmember Hahn’s alternative proposal.
With Council on recess and nearly every Board and Commission on vacation in August there will not be another Activist’s Calendar until City meetings pick up again at the end of August and after Labor Day. Go to the city website for movies in the park, recreation activities, and meeting announcements at https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 4, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, August 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600382759
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 038 2759
AGENDA: one agenda item 1.a. Lunaparra – Placing the Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act on the November 5, 2024 Ballot and 1.b. Arreguin, Hahn - Placing the Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act and Funding Housing Retention on the November 5, 2024 ballot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to revise job class specification – Community Services Officer, VI. Recommendation to extend temporary positions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – National Night Out
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3abcfde
Check for Block Parties in your Neighborhood (map and list of events) https://berkeleypd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/3bf1901123c24d3d88c31144cdde3b69
STOP the VIOLENCE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT BLOCK PARTY from 3 – 7 pm
Location: on McGee between Oregon and Stuart (listed as 1640 Stuart)
Activities: Live performances, inflatables, carnival games, informational booths and food,
Co-hosted: by McGee Avenue Baptist Church and City of Berkeley Recreation Division Teen Program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/stop-violence-national-night-out-block-party
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 4. Discuss and approve DFSC feedback on LHMP (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan), 5. Changing registration with AC Alert to an “opt out” system, 6. Recommendation to City Council to change registration, testing and operations to AC Alert System to Alameda County Supervisors similar to policy recommendation proposed by Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury, Form a Working Group and draft a memo to East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 8. Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Thursday, August 8, 2024
FREE GARDENING and COOKING CLASS SERIES at 3:30 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street for sessions 1 & 2
Use link to register online and check class topics
Every Thursday from August 8 to October 24
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gardening-and-cooking-class-series
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85118069453
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 851 1806 9453
AGENDA: only one project 2. 844 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2024-0034 – to demolish 126 square feet from the side of the building, expand an access door within non-conforming street-side setback, and convert 3,405 sq ft vacant building to a K-12 school for use by Black Pine Circle School with capacity for approximately 54 students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 9, 2024 – City Reduced service Day
Saturday, August 10, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) from 10 am to 12 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Middle Housing Zoning, check later for full agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, August 11, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council summer recess is officially from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, Council did not finish the Ballot Measures for the November election so there will be a special council meeting on Monday August 5 at 6 pm on Councilmember Lunaparra’s ballot measure on tenant protections and Mayor Arreguin’s and Councilmember Hahn’s alternative proposal.
With Council on recess and nearly every Board and Commission on vacation in August there will not be another Activist’s Calendar until City meetings pick up again at the end of August and after Labor Day. Go to the city website for movies in the park, recreation activities, and meeting announcements at https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday, August 5, 2024:
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with one agenda item, tenant protections.
- Tuesday, August 6, 2024: National Night Out from 3 pm – 7 pm
- Wednesday, August 8, 2024:
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire safety Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission Meets in person.
- Thursday, August 9, 2024:
- At 3:30 pm is the first session of 12 weekly free city sponsored gardening and cooking classes.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format on one project Black Pine Circle School.
- Saturday, August 10, 2024:
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets in the hybrid format with Middle Housing zoning on the agenda.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, August 4, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, August 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600382759
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 038 2759
AGENDA: one agenda item 1.a. Lunaparra – Placing the Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act on the November 5, 2024 Ballot and 1.b. Arreguin, Hahn - Placing the Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act and Funding Housing Retention on the November 5, 2024 ballot.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-august-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center, Creekside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to revise job class specification – Community Services Officer, VI. Recommendation to extend temporary positions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – National Night Out
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3abcfde
Check for Block Parties in your Neighborhood (map and list of events) https://berkeleypd.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/3bf1901123c24d3d88c31144cdde3b69
STOP the VIOLENCE NATIONAL NIGHT OUT BLOCK PARTY from 3 – 7 pm
Location: on McGee between Oregon and Stuart (listed as 1640 Stuart)
Activities: Live performances, inflatables, carnival games, informational booths and food,
Co-hosted: by McGee Avenue Baptist Church and City of Berkeley Recreation Division Teen Program.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/stop-violence-national-night-out-block-party
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION (DFSC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 4. Discuss and approve DFSC feedback on LHMP (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan), 5. Changing registration with AC Alert to an “opt out” system, 6. Recommendation to City Council to change registration, testing and operations to AC Alert System to Alameda County Supervisors similar to policy recommendation proposed by Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury, Form a Working Group and draft a memo to East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 8. Resolution Opposing the Criminalization of Poverty, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Thursday, August 8, 2024
FREE GARDENING and COOKING CLASS SERIES at 3:30 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street for sessions 1 & 2
Use link to register online and check class topics
Every Thursday from August 8 to October 24
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gardening-and-cooking-class-series
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85118069453
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 851 1806 9453
AGENDA: only one project 2. 844 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2024-0034 – to demolish 126 square feet from the side of the building, expand an access door within non-conforming street-side setback, and convert 3,405 sq ft vacant building to a K-12 school for use by Black Pine Circle School with capacity for approximately 54 students.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, August 9, 2024 – City Reduced service Day
Saturday, August 10, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) from 10 am to 12 pm
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Middle Housing Zoning, check later for full agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, August 11, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
July 28 - August 4, 2024
Worth Noting:
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, HOWEVER, if the City Council doesn’t finish the ballot initiatives for the November 5 election, there is a tentative August 5 Council meeting. All ballot measures must be submitted for the election by August 9, 2024. Primary Argument for Ballot Measures filing dates are 8 am August 12 – 12 pm August 16 with the rebuttal filing period 4 pm August 16 – 12 pm August 23.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, July 29, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Committee Members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, Tregub, Alternate Hahn
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618991706
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 899 1706
AGENDA: 2. Gilman, HHCS – Changes to the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Council appointee process and possible selection of public sector commissioners, 3. Klein, Planning - Re-Adoption of the Berkeley Building codes, 4. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Amendment to Healthy Checkout expands to stores under 2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in checkout areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618709267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 870 9267
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-29-2024
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting (Berkeley BALLOT INITIATIVES for November Election) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
AGENDA: 1. Numainville, City Clerk – (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
2. Numainville, City Clerk – (Safe Streets) Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
3. Numainville, City Clerk – (Natural Gas Consumption) Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
4. Numainville, City Clerk –– (Indoor Air Quality) Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
5. Community Survey Results and Direction on Potential 2024 Arts & Culture Ballot Measure, 6. Brown, City Attorney a. Reauthorize General Tax on the Distribution of Sugar Sweetened Beverages, b. Tax Measure to Fund Berkeley Public Library, c. Tax Measure to increase Parks, Trees and Landscaping Tax, d. Increase and Extend General Real Property Transfer Tax,
7. Lunaparra – Ballot Measure Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act,
8. Tregub – Alternative Ballot Measure to Large Buildings Fossil Fuel Emission Tax, INFORMATION REPORTS:
9. Davis, Public Works – Analysis of Fix the Streets and Safe Streets Ballot Measures,
10. Klein – Report Large Buildings Fossil Fuel Emissions Tax,
11. Davis, Public Works – Analysis Ballot Measure Aerosols Requirement “Healthy City Buildings”.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Committee Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, Alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618979414
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 897 9414
AGENDA: one item 2. Discussion Item: Stormwater Master Plan Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st floor, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 1. Election of chair and vice chair, 3. Election of low-income representative, 4. Draft mission statement and revised work plan, 5. HWCAC Strategic Plan, 6. Review of LifeLong Medical Care Financial Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, August 1, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2201-2207 Blake Street and 2517 Fulton Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSP2024-0004 – Relocate historic stable structure, construct new residential building at rear of landmark, 7. 1614 Sixth Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSP2024-0003 – Construct 2 new residential buildings at rea of landmark, 8. 60 Panoramic Way – Mills Act Contract Application #LMMA2023-0001, 9. 7 Greenwood Common - Mills Act Contract Application #LMMA2024-0002
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, August 2, 2024
WIC-NIC FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY PICNIC from 1- 3 pm
Location: at 2121 Tenth Street, George Florence Park
Register Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wic-nic-celebrate-world-breastfeeingchestfeeding-week-tickets-880475234127?aff=oddtdtcreator
AGENDA: Family, Women, Infants & Children
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/wic-nic-free-family-friendly-picnic
Saturday, August 3, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE SUPPORT GROUP at 10:30 am
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street
AGENDA: 5 Saturdays August 3 – August 31, $20 gift card given to each participant after each meeting, lunch and refreshments, connect, share experiences, for fathers/father figures who spend time in Berkeley (residency in Berkeley not required, live, work, play or pray in Berkeley)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events
Sunday, August 4, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
URGENT ITEM: Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Director of HHCS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
18.Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, HOWEVER, if the City Council doesn’t finish the ballot initiatives for the November 5 election, there is a tentative August 5 Council meeting. All ballot measures must be submitted for the election by August 9, 2024. Primary Argument for Ballot Measures filing dates are 8 am August 12 – 12 pm August 16 with the rebuttal filing period 4 pm August 16 – 12 pm August 23.
- Monday, July 29, 2024: At 10 am the Council’s Health, Life, Enrichment Equity & Community Committee meets in the hybrid format. At 4 pm City Council meets in closed session on Grants Pass decision.
- Tuesday, July 30, 2024: City Council meets in the hybrid format starting with a special meeting at 3 pm on the ballot initiatives followed with the 6 pm regular council meeting. (If going in person bring rations it will be a long night)
- Wednesday, July 31, 2024: At 1 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format. At 6 pm HWCAC meets in person.
- Thursday, August 1, 2024: At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Friday, August 2, 2024: From 1 – 3 pm is a family picnic for WIC participants
- Saturday, August 3, 2024: At 10:30 am is a fatherhood support group for fathers who spend time in Berkeley (residency in Berkeley not required)
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
Monday, July 29, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am
Committee Members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, Tregub, Alternate Hahn
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618991706
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 899 1706
AGENDA: 2. Gilman, HHCS – Changes to the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Council appointee process and possible selection of public sector commissioners, 3. Klein, Planning - Re-Adoption of the Berkeley Building codes, 4. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Amendment to Healthy Checkout expands to stores under 2500 sq ft to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in checkout areas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618709267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 870 9267
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-29-2024
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting (Berkeley BALLOT INITIATIVES for November Election) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
AGENDA: 1. Numainville, City Clerk – (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
2. Numainville, City Clerk – (Safe Streets) Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
3. Numainville, City Clerk – (Natural Gas Consumption) Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
4. Numainville, City Clerk –– (Indoor Air Quality) Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments,
5. Community Survey Results and Direction on Potential 2024 Arts & Culture Ballot Measure, 6. Brown, City Attorney a. Reauthorize General Tax on the Distribution of Sugar Sweetened Beverages, b. Tax Measure to Fund Berkeley Public Library, c. Tax Measure to increase Parks, Trees and Landscaping Tax, d. Increase and Extend General Real Property Transfer Tax,
7. Lunaparra – Ballot Measure Berkeley Tenant Protection and Right to Organize Act,
8. Tregub – Alternative Ballot Measure to Large Buildings Fossil Fuel Emission Tax, INFORMATION REPORTS:
9. Davis, Public Works – Analysis of Fix the Streets and Safe Streets Ballot Measures,
10. Klein – Report Large Buildings Fossil Fuel Emissions Tax,
11. Davis, Public Works – Analysis Ballot Measure Aerosols Requirement “Healthy City Buildings”.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 1 pm
Committee Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, Alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618979414
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 897 9414
AGENDA: one item 2. Discussion Item: Stormwater Master Plan Update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 2180 Milvia, 1st floor, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 1. Election of chair and vice chair, 3. Election of low-income representative, 4. Draft mission statement and revised work plan, 5. HWCAC Strategic Plan, 6. Review of LifeLong Medical Care Financial Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, August 1, 2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2201-2207 Blake Street and 2517 Fulton Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSP2024-0004 – Relocate historic stable structure, construct new residential building at rear of landmark, 7. 1614 Sixth Street – Structural Alteration Permit #LMSP2024-0003 – Construct 2 new residential buildings at rea of landmark, 8. 60 Panoramic Way – Mills Act Contract Application #LMMA2023-0001, 9. 7 Greenwood Common - Mills Act Contract Application #LMMA2024-0002
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, August 2, 2024
WIC-NIC FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY PICNIC from 1- 3 pm
Location: at 2121 Tenth Street, George Florence Park
Register Online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wic-nic-celebrate-world-breastfeeingchestfeeding-week-tickets-880475234127?aff=oddtdtcreator
AGENDA: Family, Women, Infants & Children
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/wic-nic-free-family-friendly-picnic
Saturday, August 3, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE SUPPORT GROUP at 10:30 am
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street
AGENDA: 5 Saturdays August 3 – August 31, $20 gift card given to each participant after each meeting, lunch and refreshments, connect, share experiences, for fathers/father figures who spend time in Berkeley (residency in Berkeley not required, live, work, play or pray in Berkeley)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events
Sunday, August 4, 2024 – no city meetings found
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
URGENT ITEM: Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Director of HHCS
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney – 2nd reading – Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority (increases city Attorney Authority to $50,000)
- Ferris, Parks – 2nd reading – Lease Agreement Youth Musical Theater Company for 2925 and 2945 Bolivar
- Aguilar – 2nd reading Lease office space for PAB
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Gilman, HHCS - Amend Contract 32400082 add $300,000 total $500,000 with the Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for Older Adults end date 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Filling Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Public Sector Vacancies appointing Catherin Huchting, Mary Behm-Steingberg and George Lippman to HWCAC as private sector representatives
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Public Health Investigator with hourly salary range of $35.5512 - $43.2127
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Assistant Fire Inspector with hourly salary range of $36.8038 - $44.7352
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Veterinarian with hourly salary range of $71.5295 - $86.9445
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 10549C add $1,000,000 total $5,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services, implementation and consulting services, and disaster recovery services from 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 31900042 add $37,000 total $153,756 with CivicPlus, Inc for on-line recreation reservation system services
- Ferris, Parks – Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton and 1423 Ward to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company for Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck from 9/1/2024 – 9/31/2027 with one 5-year option
- Louis, Police – Accept Grant $111,716.80 with Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) for period 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $340,000with National Auto Fleet Group for Prisoner Transport Vehicle Body Assembly Upgrade
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $400,000 with Turf Star, Inc for Go-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles
- Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis
- Lunaparra, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin, Hahn – Berkeley Student Cooperative (BSC): Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for repair of glass skylights above Casa Zimbabwe up to $500
18.Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
- Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building. Recommendation to either A. Uphold the appeal and reverse ZAB decision or B. Deny the appeal and affirm the ZAB decision.
- Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- To be scheduled after summer recess in September - Harrison - Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA/TOPA) forwarded by the Land Use Committee with a negative recommendation in a 2 to 1 vote. Lunaparra asked about sponsoring COPA/TOPA but was denied by city staff
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- August 5 (placeholder 6 pm) – Action to Place Ballot Measures on the Ballot
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
July 21 - July 28, 2024
Worth Noting:
The 3:30 pm City Council on zoning on middle housing will increase density in residential zones except Panoramic Hill which is rated ES-R = Environmental Safety-Residential (“exceptionally vulnerable to severe damage or destruction from fire and earthquake hazards”) Note that some property owners are reporting “density” as a listed reason for being denied renewal of property insurance in the hillside fire zones.
July 30 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. The City Council meeting on Ballet Measures for the November election is not posted and expected to be scheduled for the afternoon of July 30.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary. For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, July 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608742239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 2239
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated workers’ comp litigation, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation claim of Paul Wescott, 3. Appointment of Director of HHCS, 4. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation related to City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson SCOTUS ruling, 5. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, lease and terms 1001 University Berkeley Food Network, 6. Conference with Real Property Negotiators and Legal Counsel anticipated litigation, lease and terms, 3201 Adeline, Black Repertory Group, 7. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chiefs Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 10121 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-22-2024
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 8. Transfer of $549,785 previously allocated for acquisition of Insight Housing’s Russell House to Insight Housing’s Dwight Way shelter for rehab funds, 9. SCOTUS Grants Pass decision.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial update, 5. Traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, relationship with North Shattuck Association, 6. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL – Location and ZOOM for back to back council meetings
Note: the same in-person location and ZOOM login are used for all Three City Council Meetings at 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
3:30 pm - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Middle Housing Zoning
AGENDA: Klein, Planning – changing zoning in residential neighborhoods across the city to increase density - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
R-1 = single-family residential, R1-A = limited two family residential, R2 = two-family residential, R2A = Restricted multiple family residential, small multiple family and garden-type apartment structures, MU-R = mixed-use residential
5:30 - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Amending Loan Agreement - Dee Williams-Ridley
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin – One item - Amending the loan agreement for former City Manager Dee Williams-Ridley to deduct the loan repayment principal by $200,000 to $460,000, “reduce interest from 3% to 0% until July 17, 2027”
6 pm - CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items with links to documents or pdf to see the entire packet or go to the end of this email for a quick look at posted regular meeting agendas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). Includes link to presentation to June 26 Disaster & Fire Safety Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion, Action: a0 San Pablo Specific Plan, b) Revised Design of Artwork for West Service Center by Lara Kaur, c) Cube Space ProposalSept – Nov, d) Individual Artist, Project Grant Awards, e) Grantmaking process, f) Council referral for Amendments to the Public Art on Private Development Ordinance and Budget referral for Fee Nexus Study, g) Quarterly art report, h) Grants funded quarterly Festivals Report, i) Evaluation of New Parkway Theatre for use of cultural or arts space intended for performing arts on Center Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Policy complaint, b. Interconnection between Specialized Care Unit and the Berkeley Police Department, c. Board training, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, 25, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from community member concerning wood burning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd floor, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 2. MHSA (Mental Health Services Act) FY 2025 Annual Update, 5. Response to Berkeleyside article, “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD - cancelled
Friday, July 26, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: HOW to TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 at 8:35 pm
Location: Glendale La Loma Park, 1310 La Loma Avenue
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 27, 2024
MUSIC in the PARK – KIDS JAM from 2 – 4 pm
Location: Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park Street
Food vendors will be onsite, magician,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-kids-jam
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15. Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis 16.Lunaparra, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Supporting the “Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929 or “Registry Bill” (HR 1511 & SB2606) and endorsing the Northern California Coalition for Just Immigration Reform’s “Three-Day Walk for a Path to Citizenship” from San Jose to San Francisco on August 17-19, 2024
17. Lunaparra, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin, Hahn – Berkeley Student Cooperative (BSC): Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for repair of glass skylights above Casa Zimbabwe up to $500AGENDA on ACTION:
18. Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
19. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The 3:30 pm City Council on zoning on middle housing will increase density in residential zones except Panoramic Hill which is rated ES-R = Environmental Safety-Residential (“exceptionally vulnerable to severe damage or destruction from fire and earthquake hazards”) Note that some property owners are reporting “density” as a listed reason for being denied renewal of property insurance in the hillside fire zones.
July 30 City Council regular meeting agenda is available for review and comment. The City Council meeting on Ballet Measures for the November election is not posted and expected to be scheduled for the afternoon of July 30.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, July 22, 2024:
- At 3 pm Council meets in the hybrid format in closed session with a very full agenda including the Grants Pass SCOTUS ruling and the Black Repertory Group.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Tuesday, July 23, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 3:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format on zoning changes for middle housing.
- At 5:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format on amending the loan agreement with the former City Manager.
- At 6 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format for the regular evening meeting.
- Wednesday, July 24, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- Thursday, July 25, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- The Zoning Adjustment Board meeting is cancelled.
- Friday, July 26, 2024: At 8:35 the movie in the park is How to Train Your Dragon 2 at Glendale La Loma Park.
- Saturday, July 27, 2024: From 2 – 4 pm is Music in the Park at Frances Albrier Park
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary. For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, July 22, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608742239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 874 2239
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated workers’ comp litigation, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation claim of Paul Wescott, 3. Appointment of Director of HHCS, 4. Conference with Legal Counsel – anticipated litigation related to City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson SCOTUS ruling, 5. Conference with Real Property Negotiators, lease and terms 1001 University Berkeley Food Network, 6. Conference with Real Property Negotiators and Legal Counsel anticipated litigation, lease and terms, 3201 Adeline, Black Repertory Group, 7. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chiefs Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 10121 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-22-2024
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS Special Meeting at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA: 8. Transfer of $549,785 previously allocated for acquisition of Insight Housing’s Russell House to Insight Housing’s Dwight Way shelter for rehab funds, 9. SCOTUS Grants Pass decision.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial update, 5. Traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, relationship with North Shattuck Association, 6. Public comment.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL – Location and ZOOM for back to back council meetings
Note: the same in-person location and ZOOM login are used for all Three City Council Meetings at 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
3:30 pm - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Middle Housing Zoning
AGENDA: Klein, Planning – changing zoning in residential neighborhoods across the city to increase density - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
R-1 = single-family residential, R1-A = limited two family residential, R2 = two-family residential, R2A = Restricted multiple family residential, small multiple family and garden-type apartment structures, MU-R = mixed-use residential
5:30 - CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting – Amending Loan Agreement - Dee Williams-Ridley
AGENDA: 1. Arreguin – One item - Amending the loan agreement for former City Manager Dee Williams-Ridley to deduct the loan repayment principal by $200,000 to $460,000, “reduce interest from 3% to 0% until July 17, 2027”
6 pm - CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items with links to documents or pdf to see the entire packet or go to the end of this email for a quick look at posted regular meeting agendas.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). Includes link to presentation to June 26 Disaster & Fire Safety Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion, Action: a0 San Pablo Specific Plan, b) Revised Design of Artwork for West Service Center by Lara Kaur, c) Cube Space ProposalSept – Nov, d) Individual Artist, Project Grant Awards, e) Grantmaking process, f) Council referral for Amendments to the Public Art on Private Development Ordinance and Budget referral for Fee Nexus Study, g) Quarterly art report, h) Grants funded quarterly Festivals Report, i) Evaluation of New Parkway Theatre for use of cultural or arts space intended for performing arts on Center Street.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Staff report, 6. Chair and Board reports, 7. Chief of Police report, 8. Subcommittee reports, 9. a. Policy complaint, b. Interconnection between Specialized Care Unit and the Berkeley Police Department, c. Board training, 10. Public Comment, 11. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, 25, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from community member concerning wood burning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, 2nd floor, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 2. MHSA (Mental Health Services Act) FY 2025 Annual Update, 5. Response to Berkeleyside article, “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD - cancelled
Friday, July 26, 2024
MOVIES in the PARK: HOW to TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 at 8:35 pm
Location: Glendale La Loma Park, 1310 La Loma Avenue
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 27, 2024
MUSIC in the PARK – KIDS JAM from 2 – 4 pm
Location: Frances Albrier Park, 2800 Park Street
Food vendors will be onsite, magician,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/music-park-kids-jam
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – 2nd reading - FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – 2nd reading – Youth voting in Berkeley School Board Elections: Ordinance providing for voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for office of School Director
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report, Assembly Bill 481
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Policy Committee - Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
++++++++++ AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024 ++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 30, 2024
(The AGENDA for the expected July 30 City Council special afternoon meeting on Ballot Initiatives for the November election is not posted – check later.)
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611538218
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 153 8218
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Gilman, HHCS - Amend Contract 32400082 add $300,000 total $500,000 with the Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for Older Adults end date 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Filling Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Public Sector Vacancies appointing Catherin Huchting, Mary Behm-Steingberg and George Lippman to HWCAC as private sector representatives
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Public Health Investigator with hourly salary range of $35.5512 - $43.2127
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Assistant Fire Inspector with hourly salary range of $36.8038 - $44.7352
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Veterinarian with hourly salary range of $71.5295 - $86.9445
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 10549C add $1,000,000 total $5,705,342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services, implementation and consulting services, and disaster recovery services from 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 31900042 add $37,000 total $153,756 with CivicPlus, Inc for on-line recreation reservation system services
- Ferris, Parks – Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton and 1423 Ward to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company for Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck from 9/1/2024 – 9/31/2027 with one 5-year option
- Louis, Police – Accept Grant $111,716.80 with Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) for period 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $340,000with National Auto Fleet Group for Prisoner Transport Vehicle Body Assembly Upgrade
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $400,000 with Turf Star, Inc for Go-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles
15. Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis 16.Lunaparra, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn – Supporting the “Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929 or “Registry Bill” (HR 1511 & SB2606) and endorsing the Northern California Coalition for Just Immigration Reform’s “Three-Day Walk for a Path to Citizenship” from San Jose to San Francisco on August 17-19, 2024
17. Lunaparra, co-sponsors Wengraf, Arreguin, Hahn – Berkeley Student Cooperative (BSC): Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for repair of glass skylights above Casa Zimbabwe up to $500AGENDA on ACTION:
18. Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
19. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- To be scheduled after summer recess in September - Harrison - Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA/TOPA) forwarded by the Land Use Committee with a negative recommendation in a 2 to 1 vote. Lunaparra asked about sponsoring COPA/TOPA but was denied by city staff
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024 – Arreguin to recuse
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 - Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- August 5 (placeholder 6 pm) – Action to Place Ballot Measures on the Ballot
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
July 14 - July 21, 2024
Worth Noting:
August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, the summer recess.
We are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
Note that the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission should all be meeting the coming week and no meeting announcements are posted.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, City Council will meet August 5 to take action to place ballot measures on the ballot for the November election.
The July 23 City Council agendas are available for review and comment. The 3:30 pm Council meeting is on zoning changes for “middle housing” aka duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small multi-unit buildings/projects, etc. Includes fire zones/hillside overlay, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R2A.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are Agenda Committee and Council Agendas, Land Use Calendar, planned special council meetings and the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 14, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, July 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/30/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 (no city council meeting – next scheduled meeting July 23)
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Discussion City budget for senior services, 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the aged homeless
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611319789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 131 9789
AGENDA: All posted as discussion items, 2. Taplin – Stormwater Master Plan Update, 3. Taplin – Capital Improvement Program and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 4. Taplin – Progress on Creating New Parkland, 5. Harrison – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BERKELEY MAYOR FORUM from 5 – 6:30 pm
Mayor Candidates: Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Adena Ishii
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1305 University, The Way Christian Center
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyJuly17MayorForum
MODERATED BY: Moni Law
SPONSORED BY: Berkeley People’s Alliance, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Berkeley Community Action, Berkeley Green Party, Our Revolution East Bay
For more information: email [email protected]
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits 2024 – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments to align BMC with state law related to electric vehicle charging as well as additional non-substantive edits and corrections, 11. Public Hearing: Keep Innovation in Berkeley – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments related to R&D uses and other changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion on Approach to Young Women/Girls with Mental Health Issues and Suicide Prevention, 7. Discussion AI and Impact for Women on Housing and Public Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION
AGENDA: No meeting announcement is posted. The HWCAC normally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at new time 5 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA (includes approximate time for item): 6pm – 6. Staff updates on SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 6:15 pm – 1. Recommendation requested by Urban Ore, 6:45 pm – 2. Report special events and green building subcommittee, 7 pm – 3. Recommendations regarding CAW (Community Against Waste) supported legislation, 7:10 pm - 4. Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE (SSB) PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Presentation on community value of marketing efforts, 3. Presentation of effective ways to integrate marketing efforts into current SSB grantee programs, 4. Presentation on resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at center – DRC2022-0014 - Preliminary Design Review – to demolish two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units, 14,961 sq ft commercial space, 36 vehicle parking spaces
2. 2550 Shattuck at Blake – DRC2023-0015 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential building and construct a 68,672 sq ft 7-story mixed-use residential building, 72 dwelling units (15 below market rate, 8 very low-income and 7 low-income) and 3247 sq ft commercial space including 3 live/work units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: not posted check after Monday
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: not posted check after Monday
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at 6:30 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center at 6:15 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, July 19, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Cal Gameday Football Parking Revision proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am to 12 pm
Register for Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-biodiversity-registration-912847610777?aff=oddtdtcreator (conference is free, donations appreciated)
CONFERENCE FOCUS: Climate & Biodiversity, Colonization & Rights for Humans & Nature
https://www.cemtf.org
Saturday, July 20, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP at 9 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-8
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #2 at 10 am
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Library, Community Room
AGENDA: Presentation on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with question and answers (expected to end at noon).
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-2
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, July 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT and ACTION:
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDAS for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
The 3:30 pm and 6 pm City Council meetings are at the same location and have the same ZOOM login.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and the Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm on July 23, 2024 ++++
AGENDA on ACTION: one item
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm ++++
AGENDA on CONSENT:
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++ LAND USE - WORK SESSIONS - SPECIAL MEETINGS +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, the summer recess.
We are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
Note that the Fair Campaign Practices Commission, Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, Transportation and Infrastructure Commission should all be meeting the coming week and no meeting announcements are posted.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024, however, City Council will meet August 5 to take action to place ballot measures on the ballot for the November election.
The July 23 City Council agendas are available for review and comment. The 3:30 pm Council meeting is on zoning changes for “middle housing” aka duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small multi-unit buildings/projects, etc. Includes fire zones/hillside overlay, R-1, R-1A, R-2, R2A.
- Monday: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format. (Public Safety Committee is cancelled)
- Tuesday: (no council meeting)
- At 3:30 pm no agenda or location is posted for the Civic Arts Public Art Subcommittee.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format.
- At 5 pm is the Mayor Forum in the hybrid format,
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with hearings on Zoning changes for R&D under title “Keep Innovation in Berkeley.”
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Sugar Sweetened Product Panel of Experts meets in person.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Mental Health Services Act Community Input Meeting in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on two projects.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday:
- From 9 am – 12 pm is the CEMTF webinar on Climate and Biodiversity.
- At 9 am the Elmwood BID Advisory Board meets in person on Cal football parking.
- Saturday:
- At 9 am is shoreline cleanup.
- From 10 am – 12 pm is the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) Review Workshop.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are Agenda Committee and Council Agendas, Land Use Calendar, planned special council meetings and the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 14, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, July 15, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/30/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 (no city council meeting – next scheduled meeting July 23)
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
AGENDA: no agenda posted
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Discussion City budget for senior services, 3. Presentation proposal: Services to the aged homeless
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Members: Taplin, Lunaparra, Humbert, alternate Kesarwani
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611319789
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 131 9789
AGENDA: All posted as discussion items, 2. Taplin – Stormwater Master Plan Update, 3. Taplin – Capital Improvement Program and Unfunded Infrastructure Needs, 4. Taplin – Progress on Creating New Parkland, 5. Harrison – Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
BERKELEY MAYOR FORUM from 5 – 6:30 pm
Mayor Candidates: Kate Harrison, Sophie Hahn, Adena Ishii
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1305 University, The Way Christian Center
Videoconference: https://bit.ly/BerkeleyJuly17MayorForum
MODERATED BY: Moni Law
SPONSORED BY: Berkeley People’s Alliance, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, Berkeley Community Action, Berkeley Green Party, Our Revolution East Bay
For more information: email [email protected]
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Public Hearing: State Law Technical Edits 2024 – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments to align BMC with state law related to electric vehicle charging as well as additional non-substantive edits and corrections, 11. Public Hearing: Keep Innovation in Berkeley – Review revised proposed zoning ordinance amendments related to R&D uses and other changes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Discussion on Approach to Young Women/Girls with Mental Health Issues and Suicide Prevention, 7. Discussion AI and Impact for Women on Housing and Public Benefits.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION
AGENDA: No meeting announcement is posted. The HWCAC normally meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at new time 5 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, July 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston Way, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA (includes approximate time for item): 6pm – 6. Staff updates on SB 1383 Implementation, Discussion/Action: 6:15 pm – 1. Recommendation requested by Urban Ore, 6:45 pm – 2. Report special events and green building subcommittee, 7 pm – 3. Recommendations regarding CAW (Community Against Waste) supported legislation, 7:10 pm - 4. Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SUGAR-SWEETENED BEVERAGE (SSB) PRODUCT PANEL of EXPERTS at 6 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Presentation on community value of marketing efforts, 3. Presentation of effective ways to integrate marketing efforts into current SSB grantee programs, 4. Presentation on resources.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/sugar-sweetened-beverage-product-panel-experts
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2128 Oxford at center – DRC2022-0014 - Preliminary Design Review – to demolish two buildings (one mixed-use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in plus 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units, 14,961 sq ft commercial space, 36 vehicle parking spaces
2. 2550 Shattuck at Blake – DRC2023-0015 – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential building and construct a 68,672 sq ft 7-story mixed-use residential building, 72 dwelling units (15 below market rate, 8 very low-income and 7 low-income) and 3247 sq ft commercial space including 3 live/work units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: not posted check after Monday
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: not posted check after Monday
AGENDA: not posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2180 Milvia in the Cypress room at 6:30 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION
No meeting announcement is posted. The FCPC/OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center at 6:15 pm. Check after Monday for meeting announcement.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
Friday, July 19, 2024
ELMWOOD BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) ADVISORY BOARD at 9 am
In-Person: 2947 College, Rear Parking Lot
AGENDA: IV. Cal Gameday Football Parking Revision proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/elmwood-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE (CEMTF) from 9 am to 12 pm
Register for Videoconference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-biodiversity-registration-912847610777?aff=oddtdtcreator (conference is free, donations appreciated)
CONFERENCE FOCUS: Climate & Biodiversity, Colonization & Rights for Humans & Nature
https://www.cemtf.org
Saturday, July 20, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP at 9 am
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-8
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #2 at 10 am
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Library, Community Room
AGENDA: Presentation on the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with question and answers (expected to end at noon).
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-2
Sunday, July 21, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE +++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm on Monday, July 15, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1619029161
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 902 9161
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 30, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT and ACTION:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Gilman, HHCS - Amend Contract 32400082 add $300,000 total $500,000 with the Wright Institute for Mental Health Counseling for Older Adults end date 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS – Filling Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) Public Sector Vacancies appointing Catherin Huchting, Mary Behm-Steingberg and George Lippman to HWCAC as private sector representatives
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Public Health Investigator with hourly salary range of $35.5512 - $43.2127
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Assistant Fire Inspector with hourly salary range of $36.8038 - $44.7352
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Establish job class specification and salary of Veterinarian with hourly salary range of $71.5295 - $86.9445
- Fong, IT – Amend Contract No. 10549C add $1,000,000 total $5,705, 342.68 with Tyler Technologies Enterprise Resource Planning System for ongoing software licensing, maintenance services, implementation and consulting services, and disaster recovery services from 4/1/2017 – 6/30/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 31900042 add $37,000 total $153,756 with CivicPlus, Inc for on-line recreation reservation system services
- Ferris, Parks – Lot Line Adjustments at 1401 Carleton and 1423 Ward to resolve main dwelling encroachments at the City’s Santa Fe Trackbed to Park Conversion Project Site
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company for Live Oak Theater at 1301 Shattuck from 9/1/2024 – 9/31/2027 with one 5-year option
- Louis, Police – Accept Grant $111,716.80 with Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) for period 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $340,000with National Auto Fleet Group for Prisoner Transport Vehicle Body Assembly Upgrade
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $400,000 with Turf Star, Inc for Go-4 Parking Enforcement Vehicles
- Environment and Climate Commission – Refer to City Manager to fund and develop a Curb Management Plan (initiated by Environment and Climate Commission to city council sent by Agenda Committee to FITES which sent item back to council to refer to city manager)
- Wong, Auditor – Recommends report back by City Manager by January 2025 on Berkeley Restaurant Inspections: Chronically Understaffed Program did not meet targets
- Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2600 Tenth Street, Administrative Use Permit ZP2023-0031, appeal Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) decision to deny change of use of 3 tenant spaces from Media Production to Research and Development and to create 6 – 9 tenant spaces in a 7-story building
- Harrison - Adopt BMC 13.89 Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (COPA/TOPA) forwarded by the Land Use Committee with a negative recommendation in a 2 to 1 vote. Lunaparra asked about sponsoring COPA/TOPA but was denied by city staff
- Arreguin – Refer to City Manager Ashby BART Area Enhanced Infrastructure Finance District (EIFD) Analysis
- Wong, City Auditor – FY 2025 Audit Plan
+++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDAS for JULY 23, 2024 ++++++++++
The 3:30 pm and 6 pm City Council meetings are at the same location and have the same ZOOM login.
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and the Regular Meeting at 6 pm on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600197323
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 019 7323
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Special Meeting at 3:30 pm on July 23, 2024 ++++
AGENDA on ACTION: one item
- Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing. Adopt the first reading amending BMC Title 23 for the purposes of encouraging development of middle housing in areas currently zoned R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A and MU-R (“low-density residential districts”)
++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for the Regular Meeting on July 23, 2024 at 6 pm ++++
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – 2nd reading - FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – 2nd reading – Youth voting in Berkeley School Board Elections: Ordinance providing for voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for office of School Director
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report, Assembly Bill 481
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
17. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway) - Removed
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community Policy Committee - Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) - Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 - Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- August 5 – Action to Place Ballot Measures on the Ballot
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
July 7 - July 14, 2024
Worth Noting:
With no board or commission meetings during the week of the 4th of July the coming week is packed. Some boards and commissions that were rescheduled from the holiday week are meeting on “unusual” days. Additionally, August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, we are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 7, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, July 8, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/23/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606133036
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 613 3036
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending litigation – Worker’s Compensation Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-8-2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 1310 University – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-001 – for Santa Fe Railway Station, 7. 2276 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-005 – for the Morse Block Building, 8. 2000 Kala Bagai Way - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-002 – for the Shattuck Square Building, 9. 1401 Le Roy – Mills Act Contract application - #LMMA2024-0001 for the John Galen Howard House, 10. 2227 Parker – Landmark or Structure of Merit - #LMIN2024-0001
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center
AGENDA: V. Revise Job Class Specification – Mail Services Aide, VI. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Veterinarian, VII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Public Health Investigator, VIII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Assistant Fire Inspector, IX. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Five-Day Suspension.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. Ordinance for Youth 16 and 17 year old voting in Berkeley School Board Elections and Resolution for youth 16 and 17 to vote in November 2024 election for office of School Director.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-mhsa-person-hybrid-community-input-meeting-2
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
4 x 4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 10:30 am
Members City Council: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Members Rent Board: Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor, Magnolia Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84183502120?pwd=UTjuFmvCYpPvhUDhtycaxcxXarQBzZ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 841 8350 2120 Passcode: 139757
AGENDA: 6. Discussion/Possible Action on ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Board Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
FREE CHAIR YOGA CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-chair-yoga-classes
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer: DEI and the Disability Community, 8. Presentation by AC Transit Planner Crystal Wang on proposed Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines (TSDG), i.e. bus stop design and multimodal integration with paratransit, sidewalk users, bikeways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. ODPA Staff Report, *. Chair and Board Reports, 9. Police Chief Report, 10. Subcommittee Reports, 11. New Business all discussion and action: a. the “Policy and Practices Related to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations”, b. Public Records Act request to the California Highway Patrol for vehicle pursuit data submitted by the BPD, c. Proposal to systematize Board Training, d. BPD’s 2023 Annual Military Equipment, e. Introduction of the Office of Strategic Planning and Accountability, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Referral to designate Planter to Honor Ms. Richie Smith, 9. Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for November 2024, 10. Draft Update - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Stormwater Master Plan Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on ramifications of SCOTUS Grants Pass decision, 7. Chair report on budget, 8. Reallocation of Measure P monies $549,785 from Russell House to Dwight Way
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, July 11, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III.A. Adopt resolution to create two new positions to support Library operations and communications.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Possible Action on Middle Housing Zoning, 7. Public Facilities Improvement Program – Insight Housing and Larkin Street Youth Services, 8. Draft update to Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 9. Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88278593958
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 882 7859 3958
AGENDA: only one project to be reviewed
2. 2427 San Pablo (between Channing & Dwight)–on consent– Use Permit #ZP2022-0115 - SB 330 density project - to demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings, construct 36,280 square foot, 5-story (70 feet 8 inches) residential building containing 8 replacement units and residential hotel (group living accommodation) with 70 single occupancy rooms (3 extremely low-income, 2 very low income, 3 low income) for a total of 78 units, 15 off-street auto parking,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES IN THE PARK – Trolls Band Together at 8:35 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) – no July meeting, next meeting August 10.
Sunday, June 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm Monday, July 8, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
16. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
17. Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway)
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 9, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14. Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
15.Lunaparra – Amend 1/30/2024 Council action and remove Dwight Way/Telegraph Intersection from list of intersections being considered for additional surveillance technology
AGENDA on ACTION:
16. Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
17. Removed by Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
18. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
19. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
20. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
21. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
22. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
23. Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
24. Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
With no board or commission meetings during the week of the 4th of July the coming week is packed. Some boards and commissions that were rescheduled from the holiday week are meeting on “unusual” days. Additionally, August is when City Council, Boards and Commissions take a break, we are looking at a packed rest of July, before they all take off.
The City Council summer recess is from July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, July 8, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 23 City Council Agenda.
- At 4:30 pm City Council meets in closed session.
- At 6:30 pm the LPC meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- Tuesday, July 9, 2024: All Tuesday meetings are hybrid.
- At 5 pm City Council meets on youth voting in school board elections.
- At 6 pm is the regular City Council meeting.
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act.
- Wednesday, July 10, 2024:
- At 10:30 am the 4 x 4 Task Force Committee meets on a ballot measure to amend the Rent Board Ordinance.
- At 11 am is a free Chair Yoga class.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person with presentations on DEI and AC transit (bus stop) design guidelines.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person with a presentation on the SCOTUS Grants Pass decision on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, July 11, 2024:
- From 6 – 7:30 pm is the Community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act.
- At 6:30 pm BOLT meets in person.
- At 7 pm the HAC meets in person with Middle Housing Zoning on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format with only one project to review.
- Friday, July 12, 2024:
- At 2 pm the Civic Arts Commission subcommittee on grants meets on ZOOM.
- At 8:35 pm is family night movie Trolls Band Together in Strawberry Creek Park.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, July 7, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, July 8, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/23/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606133036
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 613 3036
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending litigation – Worker’s Compensation Matters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-meeting-eagenda-july-8-2024
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 1310 University – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-001 – for Santa Fe Railway Station, 7. 2276 Shattuck - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-005 – for the Morse Block Building, 8. 2000 Kala Bagai Way - Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSA2024-002 – for the Shattuck Square Building, 9. 1401 Le Roy – Mills Act Contract application - #LMMA2024-0001 for the John Galen Howard House, 10. 2227 Parker – Landmark or Structure of Merit - #LMIN2024-0001
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park Community Center
AGENDA: V. Revise Job Class Specification – Mail Services Aide, VI. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Veterinarian, VII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Public Health Investigator, VIII. Establish Job Classification and Salary – Assistant Fire Inspector, IX. Closed Session: Unrepresented Employee Appeal of Proposed Five-Day Suspension.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 5 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: one agenda item 1. Ordinance for Youth 16 and 17 year old voting in Berkeley School Board Elections and Resolution for youth 16 and 17 to vote in November 2024 election for office of School Director.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mental-health-services-act-mhsa-person-hybrid-community-input-meeting-2
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
4 x 4 TASK FORCE COMMITTEE on HOUSING at 10:30 am
Members City Council: Arreguin, Tregub, Hahn, Lunaparra, Members Rent Board: Simon-Weisberg, Johnson, Marrero, Walker
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1947 Center, 3rd Floor, Magnolia Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84183502120?pwd=UTjuFmvCYpPvhUDhtycaxcxXarQBzZ.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 841 8350 2120 Passcode: 139757
AGENDA: 6. Discussion/Possible Action on ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Board Ordinance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
FREE CHAIR YOGA CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-chair-yoga-classes
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer: DEI and the Disability Community, 8. Presentation by AC Transit Planner Crystal Wang on proposed Transit-Supportive Design Guidelines (TSDG), i.e. bus stop design and multimodal integration with paratransit, sidewalk users, bikeways.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 7. ODPA Staff Report, *. Chair and Board Reports, 9. Police Chief Report, 10. Subcommittee Reports, 11. New Business all discussion and action: a. the “Policy and Practices Related to the Downtown Task Force and Bike Unit Allegations”, b. Public Records Act request to the California Highway Patrol for vehicle pursuit data submitted by the BPD, c. Proposal to systematize Board Training, d. BPD’s 2023 Annual Military Equipment, e. Introduction of the Office of Strategic Planning and Accountability, 12. Public Comment, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Referral to designate Planter to Honor Ms. Richie Smith, 9. Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for November 2024, 10. Draft Update - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Stormwater Master Plan Project
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on ramifications of SCOTUS Grants Pass decision, 7. Chair report on budget, 8. Reallocation of Measure P monies $549,785 from Russell House to Dwight Way
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, July 11, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) Community Input Meeting from 6 – 7:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: To share information and elicit input on the proposed MHSA Annual Update, Proposition 1 and mental health needs in Berkeley.
Meeting Contact: Karen Klatt (510) 981-7644, [email protected]
https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/MHSA%20FY25%20Annual%20Update%20Community%20Input%20Meetings%20Flyer_07-2024.pdf
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: III.A. Adopt resolution to create two new positions to support Library operations and communications.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation and Possible Action on Middle Housing Zoning, 7. Public Facilities Improvement Program – Insight Housing and Larkin Street Youth Services, 8. Draft update to Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 9. Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88278593958
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 882 7859 3958
AGENDA: only one project to be reviewed
2. 2427 San Pablo (between Channing & Dwight)–on consent– Use Permit #ZP2022-0115 - SB 330 density project - to demolish 2 existing multifamily buildings, construct 36,280 square foot, 5-story (70 feet 8 inches) residential building containing 8 replacement units and residential hotel (group living accommodation) with 70 single occupancy rooms (3 extremely low-income, 2 very low income, 3 low income) for a total of 78 units, 15 off-street auto parking,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, July 12, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
MOVIES IN THE PARK – Trolls Band Together at 8:35 pm
Location: Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way
Bring blankets, low-back beach chairs, flashlights for walking home.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/summer-evening-movies-berkeley-parks
Saturday, July 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) – no July meeting, next meeting August 10.
Sunday, June 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm Monday, July 8, 2024
Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Wengraf
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 23, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606520294
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 652 0294
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents per square foot for dwelling units, $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per square foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Brown, City Attorney – Municipal Code Amendments for Measure KK Compliance and Updated Settlement Authority increases the City Attorney to settle claims up to $50,000
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Contract $161,280 with Downtown YMCA for memberships for City employees
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $4,525,000
- Gilman, HHCS - Public Facility Improvement Program Funds, 1. Reallocate $549,785 of FY 2024 Measure P funds from Insight Housing Russell Street Residence to Dwight Way Center
- Mayer Library – Appoint Priscilla Villanueva to Board of Library Trustees (BOLT)
- Ferris, Parks – License Agreement Revenue $11,498 with Masaba LLC., DBA Roaming Bean Coffee Vender to operate at Berkeley Waterfront for a 3-year term ending 7/31/2027
- Ferris, Parks – Lease Agreement with Youth Musical Theater Company from 9/1/2024 – 8/31/2034 with one 5-year option for City properties 295 and 2945 Bolivar Drive in Aquatic Park
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,256,120 with Alta Planning & Design for Adeline Street Transportation Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,973,708 with Buhler Commercial for FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 31900102 add $500,000 total $900,000 with Nute Engineering for on-call Civil Engineering Services for Sanitary Sewer Program from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Amend 1956 Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Include new I-80 Gilman Interchange
- Davis, Public Works – Change Football Game Day Parking Restrictions in Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) Zones
- Aguilar, PAB – Lease for Office Space for Office of the Director of Police Accountability Board (ODPA) at 1900 Addison
- Commission on the Status of Women – Formation of a Sex Trafficking Task Force to Address Current Sex Trafficking in Berkeley
16. Gilman, HHCS – Substantial Amendments to PY 2018, PY 2019, PY 2020 and PY 2021 Annual Action Plans to Reallocate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding City’s Public Facility Improvement Program 1. Reallocation of $478,500 CDBG from Senior Disabled Loan Rehabilitation Program to Public Facility Improvement Program, 2. Allocate $450,000 of reallocated funds to Insight Housing to 2140 Dwight Way, 3. Allocate $52,775 to Larkin Street Youth Services.
17. Louis, Police – Adopt approving the 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report
18. Davis, Public Works – North Berkeley BART Transit Oriented Development Bicycle Access Improvements on Virginia Street Bicycle Blvd, adopt one of two resolutions a. 12-foot-wide bikeway or b. 9-foot-wide bikeway (Transportation and Infrastructure Commission recommended 12-foot-wide bikeway)
19. Lunaparra – Adopt Resolution Approving Peaceful and Lawful Use of the Dwight Triangle as Public Open Space
INFORMATION REPORTS:
20. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: #LMSAP2024-0001 - 8 Greenwood Common
21. Davis, Public Works – Alameda County Transportation Commission Rail Safety Enhancement Program – Phase A
22. Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) – Annual Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on July 9, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611898773
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 189 8773
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,924-N.S.- Amendments to Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,925-N.S.- FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Friedrichsen, Budget – 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 7,926-N.S.- FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
- Police Accountability Board (PAB) – Appointment of new member by Taplin
- Numainville, City Clerk - Policies and Timeline for Filing Ballot Measures Arguments
- Louis, Police – Grant Application $300,000: Bureau of Justice Assistance Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $150,000 ($75,000/year) with Gallup, Inc. for Employee Engagement and Development, 8/1/2024 – 9/30/2026
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Agreement $7,353,115, sales tax $751,206, prepay discount $951,353 with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. and contract amendment No. 078804-1 (8068) add $9,492,845 (prior to sales tax, equipment only) NTE amount $26,693,305 with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. for Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement paid over 7 years at an annual interest rate of 4.1438% and 1st payment not later than 4/9/2025 for 3 Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM Type 1Fire Engines and 2 Aerial Fire Trucks
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Civilian Instructor – Establish Job Class Specifications and hourly salary range of $31.5568 - $38.7241
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32000224 total cost $375,000 with Goinvest, Inc. for Labor Costing Software and Analysis Services 5/23/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $3,080,000 which includes $28,000 contingency with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Support Services for the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $12,361,800 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Street Rehabilitation FY 2024 Project.
14. Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
15.Lunaparra – Amend 1/30/2024 Council action and remove Dwight Way/Telegraph Intersection from list of intersections being considered for additional surveillance technology
AGENDA on ACTION:
16. Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
17. Removed by Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
18. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
19. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
20. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
21. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
22. Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
23. Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
24. Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- July 23 (3:30 pm) Zoning Ordinance and General Plan Amendments Relating to Middle Housing
- July 30 Special Meeting on Ballot Initiatives
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
June 23 - June 30, 2024
Worth Noting:
Busy week. Council has a lot to finish up before Summer Recess July 31 – September 9, 2024.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, June 24, 2024
Igor Tregub sworn in as District 4 Councilmember at 1:30 pm.
ZOOM link: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612011070
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/9/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608132858
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 813 2858
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation US District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, MDL 2804, Case No. 1:17-md-2804, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations Berkeley fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chief Officers Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation Activity leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-24-2024
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
CITY COUNCIL (same login for both meetings) – Special meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm (follows 3:30 pm meeting)
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review by agenda item, choose pdf for the entire packet or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
BERKELEY MENTAL HEALTH PRIDE CELEBRATION and Resource Fair from 11:30 am – 2 pm
Location: 2640 Martin Luther King Way, Adult Mental Health Clinic
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-mental-health-pride-celebration
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Approval of Design Development Phase of Artwork for the West service Center by Lara Kaur, b) FY 2025 Community Festivals and Art Programs Grant Process Memo, c) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Awards, d) FY 2025 Arts Programs Grant Awards. E0 Approval of Commission Subcommittees and Subcommittee members, f) Discussion of Potential arts Ballots Measure and Approval of Letter to Council, g) Berkeley Arts and Music Summit and Berkeley Cultural Trust, h) Report on Community Convening to Discuss a West Berkeley arts & Culture District, i) Presentation: State Designation Process for Cultural Districts, j) Presentation: FY 2023 Artist Grantee Showcase Video, k) Presentation: FY 2024 Public Art Accomplishments, l) FY 2025 Civic Arts Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION MEETING at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness and Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics, 8. Consider action on joint City Council item with the Zero Waste Commission requesting support for BHS reusable tableware program, 9. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management a. New information: May 24 2024 off-agenda memo providing an Update on Environmental Testing at former City landfill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report c) Use of Force, d) Recap of the Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Symposium, 7. Police Chief Report, 9. a. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), b. July 18, 2024 Community Forum at the Hope Center, c. Initiate policy review on Computer Voice Stress Analysis technology and use by BPD (Recent Article June 4, 2024 in SF Chronicle “It’s been called junk science as accurate as a Ouija board. Why are police agencies using this tool?” names Berkeley Police Department as using the described junk science - Computer Voice Stress Analysis https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/law-enforcement-technology-investigations-18756947.php 10. Public comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 4. Support of the Grizzly Peak Mitigation Project, Recommendation to Support Vegetation Management in Fire Zones, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 6. Ad-Hoc LHMP Workgroup for DFSC feedback on First Draft LHMP for action at August 7, 2024 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, June 27, 2024 – Presidential Debate from 6 - 7:30 pm
FREE COMMUNITY CARNIVAL and PICNIC at GROVE PARK from 10 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
Free Picnic and activities for Kids, Teens and Adults, Games, Inflatables, Music, Obstacle Course, Petting Zoo, Sports Zone, Tot Zone, Treats
Tots lunch begins at 11 am, everyone else begins at noon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-community-carnival-and-picnic-grove-park-june-27
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from Community Member Concerning Wood Burning, 7. Review Workplan, Priorities and Goals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Police Captain Schofield on Response by Police Department to Mental Health Crisis calls, 4. SCU Update, 5. Letter to the City Auditor, 6. Discussion and review of Berkeleyside article about “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel” write and vote on an opinion to be sent to the city manager, city council and/or Berkeley Mental Health Division, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82823674905
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 2367 4905
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Adeline @ Emerson – Use Permit #ZP2018-0156 – to demolish a single-story, approximately 1,000 sq ft commercial building and 10,000 sq ft parking lot and construct 52,000 sq ft 75-ft tall mixed-use building with 60 dwelling units (including 8 very low income and 7 low income) 4,000 sq ft commercial and 21 off-street parking spaces.Project per DRC is to resolve Bird safe issues, high hazard corner windows (DRC issues page 12).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 28, 2024
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
MOVIES in the PARK: TOP GUN from 8:35 – 11 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
Use link for details and to Register for Childcare
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-top-gun-maverick
Saturday, June 29, 2024
ADOPT-A-SPOT VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PICNIC from 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Use link to Register
Location: at 1231 Addison, Strawberry Creek Park
Note: This is a potluck style event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-appreciation-picnic
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
Sunday, June 30, 2024 – no City meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on June 24, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
2.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
Busy week. Council has a lot to finish up before Summer Recess July 31 – September 9, 2024.
- Monday, June 24, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm Igor Tregub is sworn in as District 4 Councilmember.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the July 9 Council draft agenda and to discuss/take action on the Council Legislative Redesign.
- At 4:30 pm the Council meets in closed session.
- Tuesday, June 25, 2024:
- At 3:30 pm the Council meets in the hybrid format to take action on the Demolition Ordinance.
- At 6 pm is the Council regular meeting with items 49 & 50 on the North Berkeley BART housing project funding and Compliance Plan. Item 53 is the FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget.
- Wednesday, June 26, 2024:
- From 11:30 am – 2 pm is the Berkeley Mental Health Pride Celebration.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, June 27, 2024:
- From 10 am – 4 pm is a free Berkeley picnic with activities for all ages.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the Hybrid format on 3031 Adeline.
- Friday, June 28, 2024:
- From 4 – 8 pm is the free Mpox vaccine pop-up.
- At 8:35 pm is the movie Top Gun in the park.
- Saturday, June 29, 2024:
- From 12:30 – 3:30 is the Adopt-A-Spot picnic.
- From 4 – 8 pm is the free Mpox vaccine pop-up.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary.
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – no City meetings found
Monday, June 24, 2024
Igor Tregub sworn in as District 4 Councilmember at 1:30 pm.
ZOOM link: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612011070
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -7/9/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, Referred Items for Review: 8.Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Redesign, Unscheduled Items: 10. Modifications of Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines
- Removed from list of unscheduled items - Discussion Regarding Design and Strengthening of Policy Committees Process and Structure (Including Budget Referrals),
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608132858
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 813 2858
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel – existing litigation regarding National Prescription Opiate Litigation US District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Eastern Division, MDL 2804, Case No. 1:17-md-2804, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators – employee organizations Berkeley fire fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Chief Officers Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community services and Part-Time Recreation Activity leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-24-2024
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
CITY COUNCIL (same login for both meetings) – Special meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm (follows 3:30 pm meeting)
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review by agenda item, choose pdf for the entire packet or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
BERKELEY MENTAL HEALTH PRIDE CELEBRATION and Resource Fair from 11:30 am – 2 pm
Location: 2640 Martin Luther King Way, Adult Mental Health Clinic
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-mental-health-pride-celebration
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action a) Approval of Design Development Phase of Artwork for the West service Center by Lara Kaur, b) FY 2025 Community Festivals and Art Programs Grant Process Memo, c) FY 2025 Community Festivals Grant Awards, d) FY 2025 Arts Programs Grant Awards. E0 Approval of Commission Subcommittees and Subcommittee members, f) Discussion of Potential arts Ballots Measure and Approval of Letter to Council, g) Berkeley Arts and Music Summit and Berkeley Cultural Trust, h) Report on Community Convening to Discuss a West Berkeley arts & Culture District, i) Presentation: State Designation Process for Cultural Districts, j) Presentation: FY 2023 Artist Grantee Showcase Video, k) Presentation: FY 2024 Public Art Accomplishments, l) FY 2025 Civic Arts Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION MEETING at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness and Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics, 8. Consider action on joint City Council item with the Zero Waste Commission requesting support for BHS reusable tableware program, 9. Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 11. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management a. New information: May 24 2024 off-agenda memo providing an Update on Environmental Testing at former City landfill.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report c) Use of Force, d) Recap of the Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy Symposium, 7. Police Chief Report, 9. a. Specialized Care Unit (SCU), b. July 18, 2024 Community Forum at the Hope Center, c. Initiate policy review on Computer Voice Stress Analysis technology and use by BPD (Recent Article June 4, 2024 in SF Chronicle “It’s been called junk science as accurate as a Ouija board. Why are police agencies using this tool?” names Berkeley Police Department as using the described junk science - Computer Voice Stress Analysis https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/law-enforcement-technology-investigations-18756947.php 10. Public comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Center
AGENDA: 4. Support of the Grizzly Peak Mitigation Project, Recommendation to Support Vegetation Management in Fire Zones, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 6. Ad-Hoc LHMP Workgroup for DFSC feedback on First Draft LHMP for action at August 7, 2024 meeting.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, June 27, 2024 – Presidential Debate from 6 - 7:30 pm
FREE COMMUNITY CARNIVAL and PICNIC at GROVE PARK from 10 am – 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon, Grove Park
Free Picnic and activities for Kids, Teens and Adults, Games, Inflatables, Music, Obstacle Course, Petting Zoo, Sports Zone, Tot Zone, Treats
Tots lunch begins at 11 am, everyone else begins at noon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/free-community-carnival-and-picnic-grove-park-june-27
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, 6. Letter from Community Member Concerning Wood Burning, 7. Review Workplan, Priorities and Goals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. Presentation Police Captain Schofield on Response by Police Department to Mental Health Crisis calls, 4. SCU Update, 5. Letter to the City Auditor, 6. Discussion and review of Berkeleyside article about “Berkeley returns $400,000 in housing funds meant for homeless hotel” write and vote on an opinion to be sent to the city manager, city council and/or Berkeley Mental Health Division, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82823674905
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 828 2367 4905
AGENDA: 2. 3031 Adeline @ Emerson – Use Permit #ZP2018-0156 – to demolish a single-story, approximately 1,000 sq ft commercial building and 10,000 sq ft parking lot and construct 52,000 sq ft 75-ft tall mixed-use building with 60 dwelling units (including 8 very low income and 7 low income) 4,000 sq ft commercial and 21 off-street parking spaces.Project per DRC is to resolve Bird safe issues, high hazard corner windows (DRC issues page 12).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, June 28, 2024
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
MOVIES in the PARK: TOP GUN from 8:35 – 11 pm
Location: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
Use link for details and to Register for Childcare
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-top-gun-maverick
Saturday, June 29, 2024
ADOPT-A-SPOT VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PICNIC from 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Use link to Register
Location: at 1231 Addison, Strawberry Creek Park
Note: This is a potluck style event
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/adopt-spot-volunteer-appreciation-picnic
FREE Mpox Vaccine Pop-Up from 4 – 8 pm
Location: at 2107 Fourth Street, Steamworks Baths
Note: It takes 2 vaccine doses for protection
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-mpox-vaccine-pop
Sunday, June 30, 2024 – no City meetings found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on June 24, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for City Council July 9, 2024 Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1606547705
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 654 7705
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Police Accountability Board (PAB) – Appointment of new member by Taplin
- Numainville, City Clerk - Policies and Timeline for Filing Ballot Measures Arguments
- Louis, Police – Grant Application $300,000: Bureau of Justice Assistance Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program to Support Law Enforcement Agencies
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $150,000 ($75,000/year) with Gallup, Inc. for Employee Engagement and Development, 8/1/2024 – 9/30/2026
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Agreement $7,353,115, sales tax $751,206, prepay discount $951,353 with Pierce Manufacturing, Inc. and contract amendment No. 078804-1 (8068) add $9,492,845 (prior to sales tax, equipment only) NTE amount $26,693,305 with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. for Master Equipment Lease/Purchase Agreement paid over 7 years at an annual interest rate of 4.1438% and 1st payment not later than 4/9/2025 for 3 Pierce Enforcer 1500 GPM Type 1Fire Engines and 2 Aerial Fire Trucks
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Civilian Instructor – Establish Job Class Specifications and hourly salary range of $31.5568 - $38.7241
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32000224 total cost $375,000 with Goinvest, Inc. for Labor Costing Software and Analysis Services 5/23/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $3,080,000 which includes $28,000 contingency with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Support Services for the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $12,361,800 with Bay Cities Paving & Grading, Inc. for Street Rehabilitation FY 2024 Project.
- Hahn, co-sponsors Bartlett, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for co-sponsorship of Port Chicago Weekend 2024
- Brown, City Attorney – Ordinance Providing for Voting by persons aged 16 and 17 for Office of School Director in November 2024 School Board Elections
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Establishing Direct Rental Payments and Amending the Rent Stabilization Ordinance for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance to Adopt a Special Tax on Natural Gas Consumption in Buildings 15,000 sq ft or larger for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Fix the Streets & Sidewalks) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance Requiring the Adoption of Minimum Indoor Air Quality Standards in City-Owned and City-leased Buildings for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Numainville, City Clerk – Initiative Petition – Initiative Ordinance creating a Parcel Tax for the Purpose of Funding Repairs and Improvements to Streets, Sidewalks and Pedestrian Paths (Safe Streets) for 11/5/2024 election and designate by motion councilmembers to file ballot measure arguments
- Radu, City Manager Office – Referral Response: Gap analysis of Berkeley’s Homelessness System of Care
- Harrison – Amendments to BMC 23C.22 Short Term Rentals – negative recommendation by the Land Use, Housing & Economic Development Committee
- Lunaparra – Condemn University of California’s Anti-Labor Actions and Legal Tactics
- Klein, Planning – LPO NOD 1401 Le Roy Ave #LMSAP2024-0002
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
2.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations Total $2,730,000 1. $2,250,000 On-call Landscape Architectural Services, 2. $480,000 FY 2023 Streetlight Maintenance Project
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate to Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents) per sq foot for dwelling units and $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per sq foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $25,000 California Fire Foundation-Camps Wildfire Response Equipment
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
- Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
- Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
- Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
- Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
- Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
- Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
- Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
- Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
- Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
- Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
- Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
- Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
- Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
- Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Parks Commission - Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
- Continued to July 9 - Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 25 - 3:30 pm – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – 3:15 pm – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
June 16 - June 23, 2024
Worth Noting:
The City Council Agendas for the two meetings on June 25 are available for comment: (1) Special Council meeting at 3:30 pm is the Demolition Ordinance, (2) Regular Council meeting at 6 pm includes FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget (item 53) and North Berkeley BART affordable housing development (items 49, 50). (Agenda and links posted near end of calendar above Land Use and Worksession / Special Meetings)
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 16, 2024 – Father’s Day
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
Monday, June 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last week of community meetings to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – Juneteenth Federal Holiday
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613129131
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 312 9131
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. City Council referral Ask City Council to include Senior programs in the monthly newsletters, 2. City Council referral Companion Report Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley age-Friendly Action Plan, 3. Presentation Proposal : Berkeley’s Missing Middle zoning, Justin Horner, 4. Presentation Proposal Senior Services Coalition of alameda County to discuss the groups work, 5. Presentation Proposal Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to city council – Disaster and Fire Services Commissioner Mike Wilson, Presentation Proposal Violence Affecting elderly Women and Men, trends, analysis, and proposals for public and private actions to improve safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE (Council and Rent Board) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1947 Center, Magnolia Room 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89668320203?pwd=ZyBHMqaARp9dyspi5HrdJ6jI0obygl.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 6832 0203 Passcode: 201457
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. To recommend the Council place a ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance on the November 2024 election, 7. Proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance to be considered on June 25, 8. Planning Department issuing permits for elective work that triggers the Relocation Ordinance (BMC 13.840 for tenant-occupied rental units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last Community meeting to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Proposed Recommendation to Council regarding Drafting and Distribuation of Materials to Inform Older Homeowners, Many of Whom are Older Women, and Minority Homeowners Vulnerable to Exploitation from Realtors, Appraisers, Mortgage Lender, Speculators and others, 8. Proposed Letter on Support for Families Displaced from Golden Gate Fields.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Meetings are noted as the 3rd Wednesday of the month. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 20, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 1598 University – Continued Final Design – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very-low income units), 5787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. 7:10 pm - Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) Rail Safety Enhancement Program (RSEP) proposes to implement pedestrian and roadway safety improvements at 27 (5 in Berkeley) existing at-grade crossings, 2. 7:45 pm - North Berkeley BART Station Bike Access Improvements – Virginia Street Bike Blvd – two options to be presented Option A wider bikeway, retains adjacent sidewalk width, remove 5-8 parking spaces, Option B narrower bikeway, narrows sidewalk, retains parking spaces between Acton and West on north side of Virginia.
Announcement Flyer: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3a1df7e
Street Diagrams: https://cityofberkeley.app.box.com/s/csnouo7qnkqhakebc8llscbu1e5r9fpj Commission webpage:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6 pm - Staff update progress on SB-1383 Implementation, Discussion / Action Items 1. 6:15 pm – presentation of Zero Waste Legislative Updates from Californians Against Waste Representative, 2. 6:45 pm – Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. 7 pm – Discuss the City’s First Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) – OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
FCPC and OGC normally meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
The Rent Board normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month in the hybrid format. In person location is at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov
Friday, June 21, 2024 – Juneteenth Observed by City of Berkeley
LIVE at LIVE OAK: JAZZ MUSIC at 7 pm, doors open at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Use link for event details and to register. Cost $25 per person for event, cost for onsite child care $25 per child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-live-oak-jazz-music
Saturday, June 22, 2024 – No City meetings found
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – No City meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
36. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
37. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
38. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
39. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
40. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
41. Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
42. Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
43. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
44. Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
45. Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
46. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
47. Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
48. Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
AGENDA on ACTION:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
51. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
52. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
53.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
54. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
55. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
56. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
57. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
58. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
59. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
60.Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
61. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
62. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
63. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
64. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The City Council Agendas for the two meetings on June 25 are available for comment: (1) Special Council meeting at 3:30 pm is the Demolition Ordinance, (2) Regular Council meeting at 6 pm includes FY 2025 / 2026 biennial budget (item 53) and North Berkeley BART affordable housing development (items 49, 50). (Agenda and links posted near end of calendar above Land Use and Worksession / Special Meetings)
- Sunday, June 16, 2024: From 11 am to 7 pm is the Juneteenth Festival with the Dedication of Mildred Howard’s sculpture by/south of Ashby BART at 11:30 Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note.
- Monday, June 17, 2024: At 10 am the Civic Arts Commission Grants Subcommittee meets on zoom.
- Tuesday, June 18, 2024: At 6 pm the Community meeting to provide input on the Mental Health Services Act meets in the hybrid format.
- Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Juneteenth Federal Holiday:
- At 12 pm the Budget Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the FY 2025 / 2026 proposed Budget for full council review and approval on June 25.
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person at 1:30 pm.
- At 3 pm the 4 x 4 Committee meets in the hybrid format with agenda item 7 proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance.
- At 6 pm is the last Community meeting to provide input on the Mental Health Services Act. The meeting is in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- No agenda is posted for the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – check after the weekend.
- Thursday, June 20, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person with the proposal on the Virginia Street bicycle lane expected to start around 7:45 pm.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee (DRC) meets in person on 1598 University.
- The agendas for the Fair Campaign Practices Commission (6:30 pm) and Rent Board (7 pm) are not posted. Check after Monday.
- Friday, June 21, 2024:
- The CoB offices observe the Juneteenth Holiday.
- At 7 pm is Jazz at Live Oak Park Community Center
For how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving CHAT and converting YouTube to a transcript go to https://tinyurl.com/3jau6ym8
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 16, 2024 – Father’s Day
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
Monday, June 17, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 10 am
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605915710
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 591 5710
AGENDA: 5. FY 2025 Individual Artist Projects grant funding scenarios
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last week of community meetings to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 – Juneteenth Federal Holiday
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613129131
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 312 9131
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. City Council referral Ask City Council to include Senior programs in the monthly newsletters, 2. City Council referral Companion Report Achieving Goals of 2018 Berkeley age-Friendly Action Plan, 3. Presentation Proposal : Berkeley’s Missing Middle zoning, Justin Horner, 4. Presentation Proposal Senior Services Coalition of alameda County to discuss the groups work, 5. Presentation Proposal Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to city council – Disaster and Fire Services Commissioner Mike Wilson, Presentation Proposal Violence Affecting elderly Women and Men, trends, analysis, and proposals for public and private actions to improve safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
4 X 4 JOINT TASK FORCE (Council and Rent Board) at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 1947 Center, Magnolia Room 3rd Floor
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89668320203?pwd=ZyBHMqaARp9dyspi5HrdJ6jI0obygl.1
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 6832 0203 Passcode: 201457
AGENDA: Discussion and possible action: 6. To recommend the Council place a ballot measure to amend the Berkeley Rent Ordinance on the November 2024 election, 7. Proposed amendments to the Demolition Ordinance to be considered on June 25, 8. Planning Department issuing permits for elective work that triggers the Relocation Ordinance (BMC 13.840 for tenant-occupied rental units.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/4x4-joint-task-force-committee-housing
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Last Community meeting to share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Proposed Recommendation to Council regarding Drafting and Distribuation of Materials to Inform Older Homeowners, Many of Whom are Older Women, and Minority Homeowners Vulnerable to Exploitation from Realtors, Appraisers, Mortgage Lender, Speculators and others, 8. Proposed Letter on Support for Families Displaced from Golden Gate Fields.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 7 pm
Meetings are noted as the 3rd Wednesday of the month. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, June 20, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE (DRC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 1598 University – Continued Final Design – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very-low income units), 5787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: Discussion / Action Items 1. 7:10 pm - Alameda County Transportation Commission (ACTC) Rail Safety Enhancement Program (RSEP) proposes to implement pedestrian and roadway safety improvements at 27 (5 in Berkeley) existing at-grade crossings, 2. 7:45 pm - North Berkeley BART Station Bike Access Improvements – Virginia Street Bike Blvd – two options to be presented Option A wider bikeway, retains adjacent sidewalk width, remove 5-8 parking spaces, Option B narrower bikeway, narrows sidewalk, retains parking spaces between Acton and West on north side of Virginia.
Announcement Flyer: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CABERKE/bulletins/3a1df7e
Street Diagrams: https://cityofberkeley.app.box.com/s/csnouo7qnkqhakebc8llscbu1e5r9fpj Commission webpage:
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, CoB Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. 6 pm - Staff update progress on SB-1383 Implementation, Discussion / Action Items 1. 6:15 pm – presentation of Zero Waste Legislative Updates from Californians Against Waste Representative, 2. 6:45 pm – Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. 7 pm – Discuss the City’s First Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) – OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
FCPC and OGC normally meet the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor. No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
The Rent Board normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month in the hybrid format. In person location is at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
No meeting announcement or agenda is posted. Check after Monday.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov
Friday, June 21, 2024 – Juneteenth Observed by City of Berkeley
LIVE at LIVE OAK: JAZZ MUSIC at 7 pm, doors open at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Use link for event details and to register. Cost $25 per person for event, cost for onsite child care $25 per child.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-live-oak-jazz-music
Saturday, June 22, 2024 – No City meetings found
Sunday, June 23, 2024 – No City meetings found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Special Meeting at 3:30 pm and Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602106200
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 210 6200
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING at 3:30 pm
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Zoning Ordinance BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls (Demolition Ordinance)
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING at 6 pm
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations Total $2,730,000 1. $2,250,000 On-call Landscape Architectural Services, 2. $480,000 FY 2023 Streetlight Maintenance Project
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Mayer, Library – FY 2025 Special Tax Rate to Fund the Provision of Library Services $0.2800 (28 cents) per sq foot for dwelling units and $0.4233 (42.33 cents) per sq foot for industrial, commercial and institutional buildings
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application $25,000 California Fire Foundation-Camps Wildfire Response Equipment
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
36. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
37. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
38. Davis, Public Works – Accept Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
39. Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
40. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
41. Housing Advisory Commission – Adopt a Resolution Supporting the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
42. Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
43. Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission – FY 2024 / 2025 Budget Referral Allocation of $100,000 to fund a Nexus Study as a first step toward adopting a Parks Impact Fee for new developments
44. Arreguin, co-sponsor Kesarwani, Hahn – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
45. Arreguin, co-sponsors Kesarwani, Bartlett, Hahn – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
46. Arreguin, co-sponsor Hahn – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
47. Arreguin – Amend Contract No. 32000196 add $32,500 total $336,000 with Szabo & Associates for communication consulting services for the Mayor’s Office and extend to 11/30/2024
48. Taplin, co[sponsors Arreguin, Lunaparra - Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to Downtown Pride on the Plaza
AGENDA on ACTION:
49.Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
50.Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
51. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
52. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
53.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
54. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
55. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
56. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
57. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
58. Harrison, co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
59. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
INFORMATION REPORTS:
60.Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
61. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
62. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
63. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
64. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Referred to Parks Commission - Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
- Continued to July 9 - Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 25 - 3:30 pm – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (housing feasibility moved to fall)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
June 9 - June 16, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee packet lists a City Council 2 pm meeting on Friday, June 14 on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024. There is no posting of the meeting under the City Council agendas. Check after 2 pm Tuesday (72 hour notice). https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 19th is the Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrations are starting around the Bay Area as early as June 8, but most festivals are June 16th including Berkeley https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
The City of Berkeley (CoB) holiday calendar lists Friday, June 21, 2024 as Juneteenth observed and June 19, 2024 as a regular day. (Friday, June 14 is a CoB reduced service day.)
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Berkeley Taste of Downtown
Monday, June 10, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -6/25/2024-- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update PSC 3rd quarter contract renewal, current account status, 5. Discussion Items: Update on traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, Solano beautification (e.g., tree and hanging planter replacement, matching grant program, Budget and finance, North Shattuck Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report on Capital, Budget, Grants, 9. Presentation on Update on Cesar Chavez Park Landfill Issues, 10. Update on Cal Sailing Club 6 berth slips on J-Dock, 11. Recent Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for Nov. 2024, 12. Create a subcommittee on new dog parks in Berkeley, 13. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Thursday, June 13, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Berkeley is Not on the agenda.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 14, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
CITY COUNCIL Special meeting at 2 pm
Possible meeting on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
Check for posting after 2 pm Tuesday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MOVIES in the PARK: THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE from 8:35 – 10:45 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park,
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-super-mario-bros-movie
Saturday, June 15, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-7
Sunday, June 16, 2024
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DRAFT AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT:
43. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
44. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
45. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
46. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
47. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
48. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
49. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
50. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
51. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
52. Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
53. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG linits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
54. Arreguin – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
55. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
56. Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
57. Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
58. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
59. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
60. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
61. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee packet lists a City Council 2 pm meeting on Friday, June 14 on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024. There is no posting of the meeting under the City Council agendas. Check after 2 pm Tuesday (72 hour notice). https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
June 19th is the Juneteenth National Independence Day. Juneteenth celebrations are starting around the Bay Area as early as June 8, but most festivals are June 16th including Berkeley https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
The City of Berkeley (CoB) holiday calendar lists Friday, June 21, 2024 as Juneteenth observed and June 19, 2024 as a regular day. (Friday, June 14 is a CoB reduced service day.)
- Monday, June 10, 2024: At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the June 25 City Council agenda. Legislative Systems Redesign is on the agenda for review.
- Tuesday, June 11, 2024: At 11 am the Solano Avenue Business Improvement District meets in person.
- Wednesday, June 12, 2024:
- At 6 pm is the community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission meets in person with an update on Cesar Chavez Park as agenda item 9 and Cal Sailing Club berths as item 10.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024: At 6 pm is the 2nd of 4 hybrid community meetings on the Mental Health Services Act.
- Friday, June 14, 2024: At 8:35 pm is the first summer movie in the park.
- Saturday, June 15, 2024: From 9 – 11 m is the regular 3rd Saturday Shoreline Cleanup.
- Sunday, June 16, 2024 from 11 am to 7 pm is the Juneteenth Festival in South Berkeley and at 11:30 am is the dedication of Mildred Howard’s sculpture at the corner of MLK Jr Way and Adeline (near Ashby BART).
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Berkeley Taste of Downtown
Monday, June 10, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve -6/25/2024-- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. Discussion of Potential Changes to City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12 Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers, 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Material Timelines,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT DVISORY BOARD at 11 am
In-Person: at 1849 Solano
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update PSC 3rd quarter contract renewal, current account status, 5. Discussion Items: Update on traffic safety at Solano/Colusa intersection, Solano beautification (e.g., tree and hanging planter replacement, matching grant program, Budget and finance, North Shattuck Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 7. Chair’s Report, Director’s Report on Capital, Budget, Grants, 9. Presentation on Update on Cesar Chavez Park Landfill Issues, 10. Update on Cal Sailing Club 6 berth slips on J-Dock, 11. Recent Community Survey of City needs and potential ballot measures for Nov. 2024, 12. Create a subcommittee on new dog parks in Berkeley, 13. Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, gooseberry Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
Thursday, June 13, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: Berkeley is Not on the agenda.
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
Friday, June 14, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
CITY COUNCIL Special meeting at 2 pm
Possible meeting on Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
Check for posting after 2 pm Tuesday.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
MOVIES in the PARK: THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE from 8:35 – 10:45 pm
Location: at 2800 Park, San Pablo Park,
NOTES: If driving, early arrival is recommended as there is limited parking, bring blankets, and/or low back beach chairs and flashlights for walking out to go home. This is an alcohol-free event.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/movies-park-super-mario-bros-movie
Saturday, June 15, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: 160 University, Shorebird Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-7
Sunday, June 16, 2024
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY for NEW SCULPTURE from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Sculpture: Delivered, Mable’s Promissory Note by Mildred Howard
Address: Corner of Martin Luther King Jr Way and Adeline / South of Ashby BART
AGENDA: Use link for speaker list.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-new-sculpture
BERKELEY JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL from 11 am – 7 pm
Location: The website does not provide details of the location of festival activities.
https://berkeleyjuneteenth.org
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605781315
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 578 1315
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
DRAFT AGENDA for CITY COUNCIL Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 25, 2024
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,912-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,913-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,914-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,915-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,916-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,917-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,918-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,919-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,920-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – 2nd reading 7,921-N.S. – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax rate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Wong, Auditor – 2nd reading 7,922 - Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whistleblowers
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes
- Arredondo, CM Office – Contract $2,000,000 ($1,000,000/FY) with Community Initiatives | Live Free USA to design, implement, and assess the Custom Notification and Street Outreach Services component of the CoB Gun Violence intervention and Prevention Program for a 2-year pilot
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Fire Protection and Emergency Response and Preparedness (Measure GG) at annual tax rate of $0.0629 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Appropriations Limit for FY 2025 $353,538,057
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Reaffirm the Investment Policy and Designation of Investment Authority
- Sprague, Fire – MOU with City of El Cerrito to provide year-round automatic aid in each jurisdiction for fire, technical rescue, emergency medical and other emergency response, rescinding Resolutions No. 68,820-N.S. and 66,821-N.S. and maintaining the existing mutual response area agreement until the year-round fire and emergency services agreement is ratified
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $200,000 for Fire Records Management Software from 7/1/2024 – 3/3/2027 with 1 3-year option to extend
- Sprague, Fire – Purchase Order $400,000Wildfire Defense Mesh from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3-years
- Gilman, HHCS – Adopt Resolution Prioritizing City-Owned Land for Affordable Housing and Noticing of Potential Disposition of City-Owned Land consistent with Surplus Lands Act
- Gilman, HHCS – Revised operating Budget for Golden Bear Homes (1620 San Pablo) with understanding the operating of Homekey may necessitate a future reservation of Approximately $500,000 if other sources are not identified
- Gilman, HHCS – Reserve $24,500,000 to support the development of affordable housing at the North Berkeley BART Site, Phase 1 a. Bridge Housing $10,657,975, b. East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation $5,473,534, c. Insight PSH Project $8,368,491, 2. Waive section 1.A.1 of Housing trust Fund Guidelines for Applicant Experience for Insight Housing, 3. Authorize CM of designee to disburse up to $2,000,000 of the $24,500,000 for predevelopment,
- Gilman HHCS – Reserve additional $4,496,669 in Housing Trust Fund program funds for development loan agreement for BRIDGE Housing affordable housing project at 1740 San Pablo
- Gilman, HHCS – Support Bay Area Housing Finance Authority’s 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement $375,000 for FY 2025 from State of California for Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Program
- Gilman, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreement from Alameda County for public health promotion, protection and prevention for FY 2025, 1. BHS & Berkeley Tech $183,918, 2. School Linked (Measure A) $200,011, 3. Tobacco Prevention $81,329
- Gilman, HHCS – Approval of North Berkeley BART Affordable Housing Compliance Plan,
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU SEIU Local 1021 Maintenance & Clerical Chapters6/27/2024 – 7/26/2027 approves a new Classification and Salary table
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Unrepresented Employee Group Salaries, Longevity Differential, and Vision Insurance
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley EMS Professionals IAFF Local 1227 from 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Fong, IT – Contract $1,324,193 with Accela, Inc for Software Upgrade and Maintenance 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027
- Fong, IT – Amend spending authority with AHEAD, Inc for purchase of Varonis subscription software licenses utilizing California Department of General Services software Licensing Program add $550,890 total $973,804.51 1312023 – 9/28/2025
- Davis, Public Works – Approve Proposed Projects Anticipated to be paid for by State’s Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funds for FY 2024-2025
- Davis, Public Works – PO $1,500,000 with WEX Fuel Card Program for Fueling City Vehicles through 6/30/2029
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,069,200 includes contingency $97,200 with Bay Construction for Second Street STAIR Center Site Improvements and Shelter Units Project
- Davis, Public Works – Grant $1,500,000 from U.S. EPA for West Berkeley Aquatic Park Stormwater Improvement Project to plan, design and construct bioretention garden for the Channing Way Micro-Watershed and the installation of 2 Hydrodynamic separators on the Bancroft Street culvert and Channing Way
- Davis, Public Works – Grant from Alameda CTC CIP 2024 Adeline Corridor Transportation Improvements
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $1,461,394 includes $145,616 contingency with B Brothers Construction, Inc. for West Berkeley Service Center Improvements Project
- Mental Health Commission – Appointment of Ajay Krishnan to Mental Health Commission 6/25/2024 – 6/24/2027
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of council office budget funds up to $500 to DBA for Front Row Festival
- Arreguin – Support for ACA 14 – The Basic Standards at UC Act
43. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Adopt Biennial Budget for FY 2025 & 2026
44. Davis, Public Works - Levy and Collection of FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
45. Davis, Public Works – Approval and Levy of 2018 Clean FY 2025 Stormwater Fee
46. Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC for Installation of External Fixed Video Cameras at Council Approved Intersections
47. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.75 to establish protections relating to horses held, owned, used, exhibited or otherwise kept for racing or other sport, entertainment or profit
48. Friedrichsen, Budget – FY Annual Appropriations $776,943,545 (gross) and $670,897,257 (net)
49. Oyekanmi, Finance - Borrowing of $36,000,000 and the sale and issuance of FY 2024-2025 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes
50. Oyekanmi, Finance -Accept Risk Analysis for Long-Term Debt (Bonding Capacity) Report provided by Government Finance Officers Association
51. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation Status Overtime and Security Work for Outside Entities
52. Community Health Commission – Dark Skies Ordinance
53. Harrison – Adopt Ordinance adding chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG linits, Process for Updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration
54. Arreguin – Accept grant $100,000 from San Francisco Foundation and engage Planet DMA (DBA DMA INK) in consulting work associated with the Equitable Black Berkeley Iniative and execute a new contract with Gail McGuire (at weekly rate $2000 for 12 weeks) to support EBB community engagement
55. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf – Referral to CM and FY 2025 & FY 2026 Biennial Budget $400,000 ($200,000/ year) to develop and fund a RFP to support Berkeley Based non-profit food assistance providers serving food insecure households,
56. Bartlett – Officially name the raised concrete bed at the southeast corner of Alcatraz and Adeline in honor of Richie Brook-Cole Smith (Ms. Richie)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
57. Friedrichsen, Budget – Voluntary Time Off Program
58. Friedrichsen, Budget – Status Report – Berkeley’s Financial Condition (FY 2012 – 2021) Pension Liabilities and Infrastructure Need Attention
59. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 2nd Quarter Investment Report ended 12/31/2023
60. Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 3rd Quarter Investment Report ended 3/31/2024
61. Zero Waste Commission – FY 2024-FY 2025 Work Plan
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2600 Tenth Street 7/30/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- June 14 (2 pm) – Community Survey Results and Ballot Measure Development for November 2024
- June 25 (start time ? 3 or 4 pm) – Demolition Ordinance
- June 25 – Adopt results of May 28 election
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation (tentative July)
- Feasibility Study Follow Up Session (July 23 tentative)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
- February 1, 2024 - Berkeley Economic Dashboards https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Economic%20Dashboard%202023.pdf
June 2 - June 9, 2024
Worth Noting – Very Busy Week Ahead:
If attending meetings in person, note meeting locations, some meetings are NOT at the usual sites.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 2, 2024
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm plus evening ticketed events
Outdoor Fair/Literary Marketplace (free) from 11 am – 5 pm
For indoor speakers, ticketed events go to the book festival website
https://www.baybookfest.org/2024festival/
Monday, June 3, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608156546
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 6546
Committee Members: Wengraf, Lunaparra, Humbert
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Amendment to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan. 4. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89: Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 5. Bartlett – Refer to CM Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell, 6. Taplin, Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing, CM – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO), 8. Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607849047
AGENDA: no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617883838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 788 3838
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Government Claim of Peter Wong damage to apt building at 1735 Highland Place by garbage truck, b. Margaret Wotkyns v. CoB, c. Lisa Romero v. RI 1031 Gilman LLC, et.al, c. Selamawit Tezare v CoB, e. Scarlet Toor v. CoB, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee unions Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A. F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part Time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-3-2024
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #1 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Commons Room
AGENDA: Introduction to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with questions and comments. Is is a federal requirement to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan every 5 years.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-1
AFRICAN AMERICAL HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center in San Pablo Park
AGENDA: Discuss new conceptual concepts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting-0
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Planning Gaza Peace Conversation for Berkeley Residents, 9. Discussion on History of Commission Actions and Potential 2024 Actions, 10. Discussion and possible action on Request to name a street after Daniel Ellsberg, 11. Discussion and possible action on sister city proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Communications Specialist, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Associate Transportation Engineer and Supervising Traffic Engineer, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class Specification and Salary – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617292239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 729 2239
Committee Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget, 3. Measure P FY 2025/2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts Recommendations, b. City Manager recommendations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607670708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 767 0708
Committee Members: Humbert, Lunaparra, Taplin
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Discussion: Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 3. Taplin – Discussion: Train Quiet Zone, 4. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) Ordinance, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Referral to Develop Curb Management Program, 6. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation 5-year Plan for 2024 - 2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Global Accessibility Awareness Day, 10. Framing the July Discussion with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer, 11. Emergency Preparedness: New CoB draft plan Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 12. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Discussion – Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 11. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness & Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Berkeley Library
AGENDA: III. A. Contract $107,305 with Imperial County Office of Education for Advanced Network Data Services, IV. A. Appointment of Trustee to fill vacancy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suit 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Police Chief’s Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action relating to the interconnection between the Specialized Care Unit and BPD, b. Section 125(19)(e) – (h) Training with DPA Aguilar: Option to contest the Chief of Police’s determination to the Director of Police Accountability, c. Discussion and action concerning the status of pending policy reviews undertaken by PAB, d Overview of the Berkeley Police Accountability Webpage, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Mental Health Services by Karen Klatt and Jeff Buell, 7. Jennifer Stark, Managing Attorney at Disability Rights California (DRC) on DRC v. County of Alameda involving unnecessary psychiatric institutionalization and the lack of sufficient community-based alternatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 6, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings from 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 6 community meetings, 2 zoom only on June 6 and June 10 from 1 – 2:30 pm, and 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSAP2024-0001
7. 2128 Oxford – Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135
8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Zoning Ordinance Amendments to BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls, 7. Discussion/Action on 1740 San Pablo Funding Recommendation, 8. Update North Berkeley BART, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, June 7, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, June 8, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Peter Radu on CoB homeless response, 2. AC transit realignment plan.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – no city meetings found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
40. Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
41. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
42. Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting – Very Busy Week Ahead:
If attending meetings in person, note meeting locations, some meetings are NOT at the usual sites.
- Tuesday, June 4, 2024:
- City Council meets in the hybrid format with agenda items 43 - Fire Codes, 44 - Building Codes, 45 - appeal of 18-story mixed-use project at 2113-2115 Kittredge (site of California Theater) and 46 - the biennial 2025 & 2026 budget.
- Wednesday, June 5, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the 2025 & 2026 budget and Measure P.
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format with a full agenda.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability is hybrid for commissioners and in-person only for the public. (Check packet for CoB response to videoconferencing for commissioners.)
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with LHMP on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm Board of Library Trustees (BOLT) meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts (HSPE) meets in-person.
- Thursday, June 6, 2024:
- At 11 am is the online community meeting on the Mental Health Services Act and Proposition 1.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) meets in-person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in-person.
- Saturday, June 8, 2024:
- The Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets on Zoom with tentative agenda CoB response to Homelessness and AC Transit Realignment.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, June 2, 2024
BAY AREA BOOK FESTIVAL from 11 am – 5 pm plus evening ticketed events
Outdoor Fair/Literary Marketplace (free) from 11 am – 5 pm
For indoor speakers, ticketed events go to the book festival website
https://www.baybookfest.org/2024festival/
Monday, June 3, 2024
LAND USE, HOUSING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608156546
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 815 6546
Committee Members: Wengraf, Lunaparra, Humbert
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Amendment to BMC 23C.22: Short Term Rentals, 3. Just Transition Framework for West Berkeley Plan. 4. Harrison – Adopt BMC 13.89: Community/Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) 5. Bartlett – Refer to CM Eminent Domain Feasibility Analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and 1946 Russell, 6. Taplin, Bartlett – Incentives for Equitable and Affordable Middle Housing, CM – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO), 8. Affordable Housing for Artists: AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-land-use-housing-economic-development
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Grants Subcommittee at 2:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607849047
AGENDA: no agenda posted.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617883838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 788 3838
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Government Claim of Peter Wong damage to apt building at 1735 Highland Place by garbage truck, b. Margaret Wotkyns v. CoB, c. Lisa Romero v. RI 1031 Gilman LLC, et.al, c. Selamawit Tezare v CoB, e. Scarlet Toor v. CoB, 2. Conference with labor negotiators, employee unions Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A. F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Community Services and Part Time Recreation Activity Leaders SEIU 1021, Maintenance and Clerical SEIU 1021, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-june-3-2024
LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PUBLIC REVIEW WORKSHOP #1 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 2090 Kittredge, Central Library, Commons Room
AGENDA: Introduction to the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan followed with questions and comments. Is is a federal requirement to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan every 5 years.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-review-workshop-1
AFRICAN AMERICAL HOLISTIC RESOURCE CENTER COMMUNITY MEETING from 6 – 8 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center in San Pablo Park
AGENDA: Discuss new conceptual concepts.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/african-american-holistic-resource-center-community-meeting-0
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Planning Gaza Peace Conversation for Berkeley Residents, 9. Discussion on History of Commission Actions and Potential 2024 Actions, 10. Discussion and possible action on Request to name a street after Daniel Ellsberg, 11. Discussion and possible action on sister city proposal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Communications Specialist, VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Associate Transportation Engineer and Supervising Traffic Engineer, VII. Recommendation to Establish Job Class Specification and Salary – Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617292239
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 729 2239
Committee Members: Arreguin, Hahn, Kesarwani
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025/2026 Proposed Budget, 3. Measure P FY 2025/2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts Recommendations, b. City Manager recommendations,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY (FITES) at 2 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor, Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607670708
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 767 0708
Committee Members: Humbert, Lunaparra, Taplin
AGENDA: 2. Harrison – Discussion: Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 3. Taplin – Discussion: Train Quiet Zone, 4. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) Ordinance, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Referral to Develop Curb Management Program, 6. City Manager – Street Rehabilitation 5-year Plan for 2024 - 2028
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 9. Global Accessibility Awareness Day, 10. Framing the July Discussion with Rex Brown, CoB DEI Officer, 11. Emergency Preparedness: New CoB draft plan Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 12. Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Discussion – Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), 11. General Plan Update: Disaster Preparedness & Safety, Environmental Justice and Climate Metrics.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Berkeley Library
AGENDA: III. A. Contract $107,305 with Imperial County Office of Education for Advanced Network Data Services, IV. A. Appointment of Trustee to fill vacancy.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suit 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Police Chief’s Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: a. Discussion and action relating to the interconnection between the Specialized Care Unit and BPD, b. Section 125(19)(e) – (h) Training with DPA Aguilar: Option to contest the Chief of Police’s determination to the Director of Police Accountability, c. Discussion and action concerning the status of pending policy reviews undertaken by PAB, d Overview of the Berkeley Police Accountability Webpage, 10. Public comment, 11. Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Mental Health Services by Karen Klatt and Jeff Buell, 7. Jennifer Stark, Managing Attorney at Disability Rights California (DRC) on DRC v. County of Alameda involving unnecessary psychiatric institutionalization and the lack of sufficient community-based alternatives.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, June 6, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ACT (MHSA) COMMUNITY INPUT Meetings from 11 am – 12:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89471660365
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844-673-3966 Password: 081337
AGENDA: Share information and provide input on CoB Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Funding and Services and Proposition 1. (there will be 6 community meetings, 2 zoom only on June 6 and June 10 from 1 – 2:30 pm, and 4 hybrid meetings from 6 – 7:30 pm on June 12 and June 19 at North Berkeley Senior Center and on June 13 and June 18 at South Berkeley Senior Center)
For more information contact Karen Klatt 510-981-7644, [email protected]
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 8 Greenwood Common – Structural Alteration Permit - #LMSAP2024-0001
7. 2128 Oxford – Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135
8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation on Zoning Ordinance Amendments to BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls, 7. Discussion/Action on 1740 San Pablo Funding Recommendation, 8. Update North Berkeley BART, 9. Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
Friday, June 7, 2024 – no city meetings found
Saturday, June 8, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL (BNC) at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: 1. Peter Radu on CoB homeless response, 2. AC transit realignment plan.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com
Sunday, June 9, 2024 – no city meetings found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd reading Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Arreguin – Amendment to Commission Leave of Absence Process
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alameda County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Supportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles Cecila abstained.
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
40. Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
41. Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
42. Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
AGENDA on ACTION:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Sent to Budget Committee - Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Services Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
- Sent to Land Use Committee - Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
May 26 - June 2, 2024
Worth Noting:
The date of the next Budget and Finance Committee special meeting to complete the biennial FY 2025 and FY 2026 Budget is not posted or scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The agenda for the next regular scheduled City Council meeting on June 4, 2024 is available for comment. Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 26, 2024 - Long Memorial Day Weekend
Monday, May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – Election Day District 4 – Polls Close at 8 pm
Vote Center: Lutheran Church of the Cross at 1744 University is listed on the City website.
Voting in-person and ballot drop-off is also available at 2286 Shattuck at Durant (this is location where I turned in my ballot and my neighbor voted)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/register-vote-district-4-councilmember-may-28-2024
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
Thursday, May 30, 2024
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III. Action Calendar A. Trustee Interviews for current BOLT vacancy, B. Recommendation on FY 2025 Library Tax Rates.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89600712472
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 0071 2472
AGENDA: 2. 1499 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-00164 - initiate the sale of beer and wine to hotel guests
3. 2462 Bancroft Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0107 – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct at 40,089 sq ft, 8-story (88 ft 6 in) mixed use residential, 66 dwelling units (including 3 very low-income units density bonus qualifying units) 1,312 sq ft commercial space and 28 bicycle spaces SB 330 project.
4. 2128-2130 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – on action – Public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) ends at 5 pm on June 18, 2024 and Project Preview – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish two buildings (one mixed use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in, plus a 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space, and 36 vehicle parking spaces, SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 31, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Saturday, June 1, 2024
EAST BAY GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 4 pm
REGISTER - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024-tickets-873697291117
Virtual Tour – from 10 – 11 am
In-person - from 1 – 4 pm (addresses will be provided 48 hours before tour)
AGENDA: There are 15 homes total on the Green Home Tour which can be previewed by going to https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/homes Three homes will be in the morning virtual tour from 10 – 11 am and 12 homes will be open in the afternoon from 1 – 4 pm for the in-person tour.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024
Sunday, June 2, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
Worth Noting:
The date of the next Budget and Finance Committee special meeting to complete the biennial FY 2025 and FY 2026 Budget is not posted or scheduled. Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
The agenda for the next regular scheduled City Council meeting on June 4, 2024 is available for comment. Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
- Tuesday, May 28, 2024: Is the special District 4 City Councilmember election. (only District 4 residents may vote in this special election). Ballots must be returned before 8 pm. In person voting through the weekend from 9 am – 5 pm and on Tuesday, May 28 from 7 am – 8 pm.
- Thursday, May 30, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format. The agenda includes public comment on the draft EIR on the 26-story mixed-use project at the corner of Oxford and Center.
- Saturday, June 1, 2024 - from 10 am – 4 pm is the Green Home Tour. Register in advance to receive the zoom link for the virtual tour and the addresses for the in-home tour.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 26, 2024 - Long Memorial Day Weekend
Monday, May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day Holiday
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 – Election Day District 4 – Polls Close at 8 pm
Vote Center: Lutheran Church of the Cross at 1744 University is listed on the City website.
Voting in-person and ballot drop-off is also available at 2286 Shattuck at Durant (this is location where I turned in my ballot and my neighbor voted)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/register-vote-district-4-councilmember-may-28-2024
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
Thursday, May 30, 2024
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) Special Meeting at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III. Action Calendar A. Trustee Interviews for current BOLT vacancy, B. Recommendation on FY 2025 Library Tax Rates.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89600712472
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 896 0071 2472
AGENDA: 2. 1499 University – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-00164 - initiate the sale of beer and wine to hotel guests
3. 2462 Bancroft Way – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0107 – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct at 40,089 sq ft, 8-story (88 ft 6 in) mixed use residential, 66 dwelling units (including 3 very low-income units density bonus qualifying units) 1,312 sq ft commercial space and 28 bicycle spaces SB 330 project.
4. 2128-2130 Oxford / 2132-2168 Center – on action – Public comment period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) ends at 5 pm on June 18, 2024 and Project Preview – Use Permit #ZP2022-0135 – to demolish two buildings (one mixed use with 16 rent-controlled units, one commercial) and construct a 26-story (285 ft 4 in, plus a 12 ft parapet), 694,778 sq ft, mixed-use building with 456 dwelling units (including 40 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 14,961 sq ft of commercial space, and 36 vehicle parking spaces, SB 330 project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, May 31, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
Saturday, June 1, 2024
EAST BAY GREEN HOME TOUR from 10 am – 4 pm
REGISTER - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024-tickets-873697291117
Virtual Tour – from 10 – 11 am
In-person - from 1 – 4 pm (addresses will be provided 48 hours before tour)
AGENDA: There are 15 homes total on the Green Home Tour which can be previewed by going to https://www.eastbaygreenhome.com/homes Three homes will be in the morning virtual tour from 10 – 11 am and 12 homes will be open in the afternoon from 1 – 4 pm for the in-person tour.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/east-bay-green-home-tour-2024
Sunday, June 2, 2024 - no City meetings or events found
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++ AGENDA FOR JUNE 4, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on June 4, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607556641
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 755 6641
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd reading Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis, Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Arreguin – Amendment to Commission Leave of Absence Process
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election) at 0.0136%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election) at 0.0250%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alameda County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Supportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Renee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
- Arreguin – Appointment of La Tanya Bellow as the Interim City Manager effective July 11, 2024 o September 15, 2024 at a prorated rate of pay based upon an annualized salary of $401,722.10 for the period of service in this role in addition to employee benefits
- Arreguin – Appointment of Paul Buddenhagen as the City Manager effective September 16, 2024 an annual salary of $401,722.10 and additional employee benefits
- Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
- Wengraf , co-sponsors Bartlett, Hahn – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
43. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
44. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
45. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
46. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
47. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
- Sent to Budget Committee - Homeless Services Panel of Experts - Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Services Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
- Sent to Land Use Committee - Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
PAST MEETINGS with reports worth reading:
- May 16, 2023 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20, 2023 (WS)Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-june-20-2023
- February 1, 2024 - Berkeley Economic Dashboards https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Economic%20Dashboard%202023.pdf
May 19 - May 26, 2024
Worth Noting:
The City Council worksession/special meeting on November Ballot initiatives was previously tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 4 pm. This meeting is now listed in the Agenda and Rules packet as tentative Friday, May 24 with no time. No City Council official day and time is posted for the Ballot initiative meeting on the City Council agendas webpage. Check the city website home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ after Tuesday or go directly to the council agendas page https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas.
All City Council meetings and Council Committee meetings are offered in the hybrid format (in person and by videoconference on Zoom).
Goto meetings are in bold and underlined. Home owners should check the insurance webinar.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 19, 2024 – No City Meetings or events foun
Monday, May 20, 2024 – Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/4/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Timelines (referred by Council at the May 7, 2024 Meeting). (packet --- pages)https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 358 7878
AGENDA: 1. Appointment Interim City Manager, 2. City Manager City Designated Representative: Mayor Jesse Arreguin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-21-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: one item 1. Residential Feasibility Analysis and In-Lieu Fee Recommendations (Report 77 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 3:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 12 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617027586
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 702 7586
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Approval of artist Kira Dominguez Hultgren for Cube Space, b) FY 2024 Capital Projects Memo Grant Awards, 7. Staff report, 8. Committee Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 2. Staff Report, 5. Recommendation to City Council on Measure GG/FF Rate Adjustments & whether to approve/Dismiss increase to 2024 CPI of PIG Tax Rate Adjustments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff, East Bay Green Home Tour on Saturday, June 1, 1-4 pm, 7. Update on Re-adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, 8. Joint item with Zero Waste Commission requesting support for Berkeley High reusable tableware program, 9. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management, 10. Election new chair and vice chair, 11. Subcommittees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: Discussion & Action a. Board’s authority under Section 125(4)(b) of the Berkeley City Charter to propose an operational budget to the City Council, b. Proposal to systematize Board training as authorized by Section 125(12) of the Berkeley City Charter, c. ODPA’s proposal to the PAB for delegating the investigation or research of AI-assisted police reports to the ODPA, d. PAB’s report to Council 2024 Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation, 10. Public Comment, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 23, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room 2nd Floor
AGENDA: 3. Hawn - SCU update, 4. Pritchett - Community Needs Follow-up, 5. Opton - Discussion and possible motion of the forthcoming reorganization, 6. Opton – Motion to establish a subcommittee to study Berkeley’s participation in the reorganization and, potentially to make recommendations concerning Berkeley’s implementation of the reorganization, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 8. Subcommittee reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
CESAR CHAVEZ PERIMETER PATHWAY and RESTROOM PROJECTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
Register for link to Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-2oqDMqHNCQp9QyPqrGLIswo8n0xs6N#/registration
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 850 8406 8064
AGENDA: Perimeter Pathway Renovation Project, 2. Permanent Public Restroom Project.
Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cesar%20Chavez%20Park%20Public%20Meeting%20%231.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cesar-chavez-perimeter-pathway-and-restroom-projects-community-meeting
INSURANCE CRISIS from 7 – 9 pm
REGISTER for videoconference link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HDjZ53bRS9OppCnu61S_tQ#/registration
AGENDA: Home insurance, non-renewal and more
Fire Safety Self-Inspection Checklist: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/64e22edb1d0963279d51930a/t/66081bc6f1e13556681f0e14/1711807435945/DSI-Self-Inspection+Checklist-+digital+or+handout+2024+.pdf
Friday, May 24, 2024
2 x 2 COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Council members: Hahn, Taplin
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86227093238?pwd=YXFpeFlEUHNBRzAyb1c5OVBxR3o3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6488
Meeting ID: 862 2709 3238 Passcode: 768905
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Discussion Items 6.1 YEP Update, 6.2 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6.3 Update on CoB + BUSD Collaboration on Mental Health, 6.4 School Site Safety, 6.5 Transportation: explore public transit efforts/safe routes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, May 25, 2024
INTRODUCTION to NATURE JOURNALING from 10 – 12:15pm
In-Person: 160 University
AGENDA: Learn the art of nature journaling
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/intro-nature-journaling
Sunday, May 26, 2024 – Memorial Day Weekend Holiday
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2024
Draft Agenda for June 4 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
39. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
40. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
41. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
42. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
43. Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Sevices Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
44. Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
45. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
46. Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
21. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1 (proposed budget not included with agenda. Budget committee does not meet on proposed budget until May 22, 2024 the day after the council meeting – see budget and finance committee for documents ) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
22. Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
23. Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
24. Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
25. Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
2600 Tenth Street TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
The City Council worksession/special meeting on November Ballot initiatives was previously tentatively scheduled for Thursday, May 23 at 4 pm. This meeting is now listed in the Agenda and Rules packet as tentative Friday, May 24 with no time. No City Council official day and time is posted for the Ballot initiative meeting on the City Council agendas webpage. Check the city website home page https://berkeleyca.gov/ after Tuesday or go directly to the council agendas page https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas.
All City Council meetings and Council Committee meetings are offered in the hybrid format (in person and by videoconference on Zoom).
Goto meetings are in bold and underlined. Home owners should check the insurance webinar.
- Monday, May 20, 2024 is the Malcolm X Day City Holiday
- Tuesday, May 21, 2024:
- At 1 pm the Agenda Committee meets to finalize the June 4 City Council agenda.
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in closed session.
- At 4 pm City Council meets on the affordable housing in lieu fee.
- At 6 pm is the regular City Council meeting with hearing #1 on FY 2025 & FY 2026 budget.
- Wednesday, May 22, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Budget and Finance Committee meets on the proposed FY2025 & 2026 budget.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format at a new location 2020 Milvia.
- Thursday, May 23, 2024:
- From 5 – 7 pm the Community Meeting on the Cesar Chavez Perimeter Pathway and Permanent Restroom meets online on Zoom.
- From 7 – 9 pm is the Insurance Crisis Webinar on zoom. Pre-registration is required.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- Friday, May 24, 2024: at 2:30 pm the 2 x 2 (BUSD and Council) meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday, May 25, 2024: From 10 am – 12:15 pm is an in-person introduction to Nature Journaling.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 19, 2024 – No City Meetings or events foun
Monday, May 20, 2024 – Malcolm X Day – City Holiday
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 6/4/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 11. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 12. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. 13. Consideration of Changes to Supplemental Timelines (referred by Council at the May 7, 2024 Meeting). (packet --- pages)https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 358 7878
AGENDA: 1. Appointment Interim City Manager, 2. City Manager City Designated Representative: Mayor Jesse Arreguin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-may-21-2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: one item 1. Residential Feasibility Analysis and In-Lieu Fee Recommendations (Report 77 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 3:30 pm - Cancelled
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE Special Meeting at 12 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617027586
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 702 7586
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 / 2026 Proposed Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: 5. Chair’s Report, 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items: a) Approval of artist Kira Dominguez Hultgren for Cube Space, b) FY 2024 Capital Projects Memo Grant Awards, 7. Staff report, 8. Committee Reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: 2. Staff Report, 5. Recommendation to City Council on Measure GG/FF Rate Adjustments & whether to approve/Dismiss increase to 2024 CPI of PIG Tax Rate Adjustments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update from Staff, East Bay Green Home Tour on Saturday, June 1, 1-4 pm, 7. Update on Re-adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, 8. Joint item with Zero Waste Commission requesting support for Berkeley High reusable tableware program, 9. Cesar Chavez landfill GHG management, 10. Election new chair and vice chair, 11. Subcommittees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Milvia, Suite 250
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Reports, 7. Chief of Police Report, 8. Subcommittee Reports, 9. New Business: Discussion & Action a. Board’s authority under Section 125(4)(b) of the Berkeley City Charter to propose an operational budget to the City Council, b. Proposal to systematize Board training as authorized by Section 125(12) of the Berkeley City Charter, c. ODPA’s proposal to the PAB for delegating the investigation or research of AI-assisted police reports to the ODPA, d. PAB’s report to Council 2024 Police Accountability Board Report: Fair and Impartial Policing Implementation, 10. Public Comment, Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, May 23, 2024
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room 2nd Floor
AGENDA: 3. Hawn - SCU update, 4. Pritchett - Community Needs Follow-up, 5. Opton - Discussion and possible motion of the forthcoming reorganization, 6. Opton – Motion to establish a subcommittee to study Berkeley’s participation in the reorganization and, potentially to make recommendations concerning Berkeley’s implementation of the reorganization, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report, 8. Subcommittee reports.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
CESAR CHAVEZ PERIMETER PATHWAY and RESTROOM PROJECTS COMMUNITY MEETING from 5 – 7 pm
Register for link to Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtf-2oqDMqHNCQp9QyPqrGLIswo8n0xs6N#/registration
Teleconference: 1-699-900-6833
Meeting ID: 850 8406 8064
AGENDA: Perimeter Pathway Renovation Project, 2. Permanent Public Restroom Project.
Flyer: https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Cesar%20Chavez%20Park%20Public%20Meeting%20%231.pdf
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/cesar-chavez-perimeter-pathway-and-restroom-projects-community-meeting
INSURANCE CRISIS from 7 – 9 pm
REGISTER for videoconference link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HDjZ53bRS9OppCnu61S_tQ#/registration
AGENDA: Home insurance, non-renewal and more
Fire Safety Self-Inspection Checklist: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/64e22edb1d0963279d51930a/t/66081bc6f1e13556681f0e14/1711807435945/DSI-Self-Inspection+Checklist-+digital+or+handout+2024+.pdf
Friday, May 24, 2024
2 x 2 COMMITTEE at 2:30 pm
Council members: Hahn, Taplin
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://berkeley-net.zoom.us/j/86227093238?pwd=YXFpeFlEUHNBRzAyb1c5OVBxR3o3Zz09
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6488
Meeting ID: 862 2709 3238 Passcode: 768905
AGENDA: 5. Public Comment, 6. Discussion Items 6.1 YEP Update, 6.2 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6.3 Update on CoB + BUSD Collaboration on Mental Health, 6.4 School Site Safety, 6.5 Transportation: explore public transit efforts/safe routes.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, May 25, 2024
INTRODUCTION to NATURE JOURNALING from 10 – 12:15pm
In-Person: 160 University
AGENDA: Learn the art of nature journaling
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/intro-nature-journaling
Sunday, May 26, 2024 – Memorial Day Weekend Holiday
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AGENDA & RULES COMMITTEE at 1 pm, Tuesday, May 26, 2024
Draft Agenda for June 4 City Council meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor, Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607137656
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 713 7656
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Brown, City Attorney - 2nd reading repeal BMC 12.80 natural gas ban
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - 2nd Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,638,408 (gross) and $52,785,663 (net)
- Davis Public Works – 2nd reading Revised fees Public Use of City-Owned EV charging ports
- Brown, City Attorney – Contract $70,000 with Amira Jackmon Attorney at Law for Loring and Gilman Parking Benefit District Formation Services
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Berkeley Tourism Business Improvement District (BID)
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: North Shattuck Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Telegraph Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Assessments: Downtown Berkeley Property Based BID
- Hollander, Economic Development – Contracts for on-call fine art services for the City of Berkeley’s Public art Collection the 6/30/2026, Gizmo Art Production, Inc $200,000. ARG Conservation Services $150,000, Atthowe Fine Art Service Contract No. 32300137 add $200,000 total $400,000.
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on Neighborhood Branch Library Improvements Project General Obligation Bonds (Measure FF, November 2008 election) at 0.0048%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Street and Watershed Improvements General Obligation Bonds (Measure M, November 2012 Election) at 0.0064%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on 2015 Refunding General Obligation Bonds (Measures G,S & I) at 0.0111%
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Infrastructure and facilities General Obligation Bonds (Measure T1 November 2016 election)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Debt Service on the Affordable Housing General Obligation Bonds (Measure O November 2018 election)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Business License Tax on Large Non-Profits $0.8207 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Maintenance of Parks, City Trees and Landscaping at $0.2210 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund the Provision of Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Tax) at $0.0468 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Emergency Services for the Severely Disabled (Measure E) at $0.02094 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2025 Tax Rate: Fund Firefighting, Emergency Medical Response and Wildfire Prevention (Measure FF) at annual tax fate of $0.1220 per square foot of improvements
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Temporary Appropriations FY 2025 sum $50,000,000 to cover payroll and other expenses from 7/1/2024 until the effective date of the FY 2025 Annual Appropriations Ordinance
- Sprague, Fire – Amend Contract No. 32300165 add $200,000 with KLD Associates for Evacuation and Emergency Response Analysis through 6/30/2026 with option to extend for an additional 5 years through 6/30/3031 total plus extension $600,000
- Sprgue, Fire – Contract $510,000 with Pinnacle Training Systems, LLC (Contractor) to provide nurse practitioner services for a pilot alternative medical response unit from 6/10/2024 – 1/31/2025 with option to extend for 3 additional 1-year terms total not to exceed $2,700,000
- Sprague, Fire - Contract $77,250 with Tablet Command for Mobile CAD and Incident Command 7/1/2024 – 9/30/2024 piggybacking on a contract with the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). May be extended for up to 4 additional 1-year renewal terms at $65,000 per year.
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend 5-year Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program plan and apply for and accept funds from the State of California’s Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program in an amount not to exceed $3,321,617
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $500,000 (from American Rescue Plan) total $5,345,500 with Bonita House for SCU
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400236 add $25,300 total $75,000 with Creative Educational Consultants, Inc. for positive youth development for African American/Black and Latinx youth 6/1/2024 - 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS Amend Contract No. 32300197 add $160,000 total $539,830 with Resource Development Associates for Results Based Accountability Consulting Services 7/1/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Gilman, HHCS - Revenue Grant Agreements $120,000, submit grant application to Essential Access Health to support reproductive health services, as well as individual and community health education and outreach activities at Berkeley High School Health Centers.
- Gilman, HHCS – Shelter Plus Care Renewal Grants, a. Shelter Plus Care from HUD $2,327,914 for COACH Project 1/1/2024 – 12/31/2024, b. federal Shelter Plus Care grants via Alamed County$927,164 to provide tenant-based rental assistance to individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled 3/1/2024 – 2/28/2025, c. two HUD grants 1. $4,165,069 for Suportive Housing Collaborative Project (SHC) 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 and 2. $2,438,926 for COACH Project 1/1/2025 – 12/31/2025
- Lois, Police – Approve 2023 Police Equipment & Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report
- Davis, Public Works – Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 Grant Funding Applications to Caltrans Active Transportation Program (ATP) for $4,000,000 for Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds, $1,050,000 for Adeline Street Quick-Build
- Davis, Public Works – Purchase Order $1,269,808.20 with National Auto Fleet Group for 20 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) and Vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – Contract $850,000 with Edgeworth Integration, LLC. For installation of Security Cameras at Council approved intersections
- Davis, Public Works – FY 2024/2025 Transportation Development Act Article 3 Fund Allocation request to Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) prior to 6/14/2024 for $151,950 for FY 2024/2025
- Mental Health Commission – Reappointment of Monica Reneee Jones to Mental Health Commission for second 3-year term beginning 6/4/2024 – 6/3/2027
- Wong, Auditor – Contract $120,000 with GPP Analytics Inc. for independent Third-Party Audit of Payroll Audit Division
- Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds Berkeley Humane Bark (&Meow) Around the Block
- Wengraf – Support for H.R. 7849 (Thompson and LaMaifa) support for the Disaster Resiliency and Coverage Act of 2024
39. Sprague, Fire – 2nd reading of Berkeley Fire Code Amendments
40. Klein, Planning – 2nd reading of Re-adoption of the Berkeley Building Codes including local amendments
41. Klein, Planning – ZAB Appeal 2113-15 Kittredge, Use Permit #ZP2022-0144, SB 330 density bonus 18-story, 211 dwelling units including 22 very low income units, and 24,273 sq ft live theater space
42. FY 2025 and 2026 Proposed Budget and FY 2025 – 2029 Capital Improvement Program
43. Measure P Allocations FY 2025-2026 a. Homeless Services Panel of Experts, b. Gilman, HHCS approve the Homeless Sevices Panel of Experts recommendations but continue to partially fund 5150 transports from Measure P until alternative sources can be identified
44. Wong, Auditor – Amendments to BMC 2.24 to Establish Whistleblower Program Authority, to formally establish the City Auditor’s authority to receive and refer reports of fraud, waste or abuse as well as investigate those reports and any reports of retaliation against whictleblowers
45. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 to expand eligibility requirements for representatives of the Poor to Serve on the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission
46. Taplin – Affordable Housing for Artists AB-812 Implementation and Cultural District Statutory Standardization 1. Refer to City Manager to study and develop ordinance to reserve for artists up to 10% of Below Market Rate units under BMC 23.328 (Inclusionary Housing) within 0.5 mile of state designated cultural district or within any similar locally designated cultural district, 2. Consider common standards for locally designated cultural districts, including but not limited to Overlay Zones3. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 8758, consider solicitation of state designation for cultural districts in the City of Berkeley
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
- Kouyoumdjian, HR - Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) to rename the Legislative Assistant classification as Legislation Aide
- Taplin, co-sponsor Lunaparra – Add Chapter 13.22 to BMC to prohibit discrimination on the basis of family or relationship structure
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Request for Proposals $325,000, County Coordinator $200,000, Miyawaki Forest $125,000
- Gilman, HHCS – Contract $250,000 with Social Policy Research Associates for consulting services 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300104 add $250,000 total $750,000 and extend to 5/31/2025 with The Village of Love for Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-In Center
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 6252 for real property at 819 Hearst (813 Delaware) for purposes of assigning ground lease from current owner, Ocean View, LLC to Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions (OAHS) Ocean View LP and extend ground lease term to 6/30/2089
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application/Accept grant $76,000, city share $7,600 removal and disposal abandoned vessels
- Klein, Planning - LOA requests for Mabel Athanasious and Shanza Syed absence requests for Environment & Climate Youth Commissioners for meeting dates June 26, 2024 and July 24, 2024
- Klein, Panning - Contract $622,2215 with Online Solutions, LLC (DBA Citizenserve) for Housing Inspection and Code Enforcement Software from 6/17/2024 – 6/16/2029
- Klein, Panning – Contract $600,000 with Raimi + Associates for planning services for North Shattuck, College and Solano Avenue corridors zoning update 6/6/2024 – 12/31/2026
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32300103 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Bay Area PL Services of on-call phlebotomy and sexual assault exams and extend 12/31/2028
- Davis, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Arreguin – Direct CM to develop a pilot program for 5-10 Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) persons who have required frequent interventions
- Arreguin – Adopt 1st reading of ordinance amending BMC 3.02 to allow the Mayor to approve LOA for a commissioner appointed by the council as a whole
- Arreguin – Budget referral $630,00 restarting 4th of July celebration
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of office budget funds for 2024 Taste of Downtown event
- Arreguin – Budget referral $31,250 Berkeley Youth Alternatives Part-time Garden Assisstant
- Bartlett - Relinquishment of office budget funds for Juneteenth Festival
- Bartlett – Refer to CM to analyze potential for speed bump on Russell at King
21. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1 (proposed budget not included with agenda. Budget committee does not meet on proposed budget until May 22, 2024 the day after the council meeting – see budget and finance committee for documents ) https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
22. Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
23. Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
24. Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
25. Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
INFORMATION REPORTS:
26. Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
2600 Tenth Street TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- Friday, May 24 (tentative) - Ballot Measures for November 2024 including Library Tax Ballot Measure, (Previously listed as May 23 at 4 pm the same evening as a Webinar on insurance crisis at 7 pm)
- Tuesday, June 25 (tentative 3 or 4 pm) – Demolition Ordinance
- Tuesday, September 17 - open
- Tuesday, October 22 - Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS & PRESENTATIONS
- June 10 or 14 (previously listed as June 13) - Ballot Measures for November 2024 and results Community Survey
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
May 12 - May 19, 2024
Worth Noting:
Nice weather is here, before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes check out the resources on Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour including the YouTube channel with Douglas Tallamy on why to use native plants, Erin Diehm on how to make your windows bird safe and garden tour videos, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net Then go to Calscape restore nature one garden at a time to choose plants and find nurseries that specialize in native plants. http://calscape.org
Note bolded meetings:
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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Check for email from Karen Klatt for MHSA Advisory Committee meeting
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 12, 2024 – Mothers’ Day
Monday, May 13, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604602151
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 460 2151
AGENDA: 1. Department Budget Presentations a. City Attorney, b. Measure P and U1, Discussion on Budget Balancing Strategies, 2. Discussion and Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9 & 10. Berkeley High Restroom Recommendation Letter, 11-13. Youth Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, 5. Discussion Items: Enhancing Public Safety, Solano Avenue beautification, budget and finance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL - Location & Zoom - Special Meeting at 4:30 pm and Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
AGENDA: 1. One item – Presentation of PAB – ODPA Triennial Report [2021-2023], Police Accountability Board, Office of the Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-14-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT (FITES) and SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm (members: Taplin, Humbert, Lunaparra)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602195838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 219 5838
AGENDA: 1. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding a new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Harrison – Discussion Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 4. Taplin – Discussion Train Quiet Zones in West Berkeley, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan 6. CM – 5 Year Street Rehabilitation Plan FY 2024 – 2028, 7. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns to provide training and require 50% of electricians per job to be trained on installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Project Update-Aleida Andrino-Chavez, ACTC Transportation Planner, Discussion / Action Items :1. Proposed Letter to City Council on Publicizing Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled-Karin-Evans, 2. Presentation proposal: Wendy Peterson of the Senior services Coalition of Alameda County to discuss her group’s work – Phyllis Orrick, e. Presentation proposal: Disaster and Fires Services Commissioner Mike Wilson presenting the Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to City Council – Phyllis Orrick, 4. Presentation Proposal: Justin Horner will speak on Berkeley’s new Missing Middle zoning – Phyllis Orrick, 5. Presentations for future meetings discussion-Margot Smith, Commissioner reports 1. Public Safety and Crime Prevention for Elders-Roni Cochran, 2. Clarity regarding “removing” items from agenda – George Porter, 3. Agenda submission form, to be approved – George Porter
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and Possible Action on Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 8. Discussion and Possible Action on Labor Education.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 6. Presenter, Tech CEO on the Impact of AI on Women and Creating Economic Opportunities in Small Businesses, 7. Presenter, Healthy Black Families on Small Businesses
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Draft letter to Council regarding recommendations on appointments to HWCAC, 3. 2024 HWCAC Strategic Plan Discussion, 4. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. LifeLong Medical Care program and financial reports, 5. Swear-in eligible low-income representative commissioners, 6. HWCAC private sector representatives, 7. City ADA violations, 8. San Pablo plan and Ohlone bike path in light of the Community Risk Assessment, 9. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, May 16, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am (members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, alternate Hahn)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608402725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 840 2725
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf, Taplin - Referral for Development of RFP to Support Berkeley-Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Adopt Amendment Healthy Checkout requiring stores 2500 sq ft and under to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in their checkout areas, 4. Bartlett – Small business support, promote greater transparency about business licensing process, 5. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of Building codes NOX provisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Review Commission’s Workplan, Priorities and Goals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 3030 Telegraph – Final Design Review – to demolish existing 1-story 10,000 sq ft medical office building and 2 duplexes and construct new 5-story mixed used building with approximately 1550 sq ft of commercial area and 144 dwelling units, including 8-below market rate units
1598 University – Final Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixwed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low-income units) and 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNEMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC all discussion and possible action: 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, 7. Request for opinion from Todd Andrew pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 8. Request for opinion from Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 9. Request for opinion from Nicholas Sanders pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, OGC 11. Public Records Act Complaint filed by Chris Nardi. Joint FCPC-OGC 13. 2024-2025 Workplans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action Items: 1. (approximate time 7:10 pm) Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant applications – Action requested for following projects: Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds for up to $4,000,000; Adeline Street Quick-Build for up to $1.05 million. Staff request commission action to authorize the chair to write to write a letter of support for the grant in the Commission’s capacity as the City of Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), 2. (approximate time 7:25 pm) Informational update on the Link21 Program*
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Implementation/Enforcement, Organics Sampling, Discussion and Action Items: 6:15 pm 1. Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, May 17, 2024
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sunday, May 19, 2024
≈+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 14, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 14, 2024 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEM:
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
27.Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
28.Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
30.Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission - Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1
Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
Nice weather is here, before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes check out the resources on Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour including the YouTube channel with Douglas Tallamy on why to use native plants, Erin Diehm on how to make your windows bird safe and garden tour videos, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net Then go to Calscape restore nature one garden at a time to choose plants and find nurseries that specialize in native plants. http://calscape.org
Note bolded meetings:
- Monday:
- At 9 am the Budget and Finance Committee meets in the hybrid format on the FY 2025-2026 budget. There will be an audio recording (NOT video) of the meeting.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person.
- Tuesday:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 4:30 pm (hybrid format) the Police Accountability Board presents the 2021-2023 report to City Council.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with items 25-PICKUPS/loading drop-off zones, 26-prioritizing referrals (see table at https://tinyurl.com/bdnnrfvu ), 27-reimagining public safety, 28-implementing AB 1033 selling ADUs separately
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person with a presentation by ACTC on the San Pablo Corridor Plan,
- At 2 pm FITES meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the HWCAC meets in person in a fully equipped room for hybrid meetings.
- At 7 pm the Commission on Labor meets in person on Fair Work Week Ordinance.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 10 am the Health, Life Enrichment, Equity & Community meets in the hybrid format with NOX on the agenda.
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person on bicycle blvds.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the FCPC/OGC meet in person in the Cypress Room fully equipped for hybrid meetings.
- Saturday: At 9 am is shoreline cleanup.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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Check for email from Karen Klatt for MHSA Advisory Committee meeting
BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, May 12, 2024 – Mothers’ Day
Monday, May 13, 2024
BUDGET and FINANCE COMMITTEE at 9 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604602151
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 460 2151
AGENDA: 1. Department Budget Presentations a. City Attorney, b. Measure P and U1, Discussion on Budget Balancing Strategies, 2. Discussion and Recommendations
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-budget-finance
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9 & 10. Berkeley High Restroom Recommendation Letter, 11-13. Youth Commission Work Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD (Solano BID) at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 4. Financial Update, 5. Discussion Items: Enhancing Public Safety, Solano Avenue beautification, budget and finance.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
CITY COUNCIL - Location & Zoom - Special Meeting at 4:30 pm and Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
AGENDA: 1. One item – Presentation of PAB – ODPA Triennial Report [2021-2023], Police Accountability Board, Office of the Director of Police Accountability
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-14-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to review agenda items individually or pdf to see the entire packet as one document. or go to the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
FACILITIES, INFRASTRUCTURE, TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENT (FITES) and SUSTAINABILITY at 2 pm (members: Taplin, Humbert, Lunaparra)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602195838
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 219 5838
AGENDA: 1. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett, Hahn – Adopt Ordinance adding a new chapter BMC 12.01 Establishing Emergency GHG limits, process for updated Climate Action Plan, Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Regional Collaboration, 3. Harrison – Discussion Progress on the Bike and Pedestrian Plans, 4. Taplin – Discussion Train Quiet Zones in West Berkeley, 5. Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan 6. CM – 5 Year Street Rehabilitation Plan FY 2024 – 2028, 7. Bartlett – EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns to provide training and require 50% of electricians per job to be trained on installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment).
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-facilities-infrastructure-transportation-environment-sustainability
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation Alameda County Transportation Commission San Pablo Avenue Multimodal Corridor Project Update-Aleida Andrino-Chavez, ACTC Transportation Planner, Discussion / Action Items :1. Proposed Letter to City Council on Publicizing Berkeley Rides for Seniors & Disabled-Karin-Evans, 2. Presentation proposal: Wendy Peterson of the Senior services Coalition of Alameda County to discuss her group’s work – Phyllis Orrick, e. Presentation proposal: Disaster and Fires Services Commissioner Mike Wilson presenting the Street Trauma Prevention Initiative and the commission’s report to City Council – Phyllis Orrick, 4. Presentation Proposal: Justin Horner will speak on Berkeley’s new Missing Middle zoning – Phyllis Orrick, 5. Presentations for future meetings discussion-Margot Smith, Commissioner reports 1. Public Safety and Crime Prevention for Elders-Roni Cochran, 2. Clarity regarding “removing” items from agenda – George Porter, 3. Agenda submission form, to be approved – George Porter
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Discussion and Possible Action on Fair Workweek Ordinance Implementation, 8. Discussion and Possible Action on Labor Education.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion and Possible Action: 6. Presenter, Tech CEO on the Impact of AI on Women and Creating Economic Opportunities in Small Businesses, 7. Presenter, Healthy Black Families on Small Businesses
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Draft letter to Council regarding recommendations on appointments to HWCAC, 3. 2024 HWCAC Strategic Plan Discussion, 4. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. LifeLong Medical Care program and financial reports, 5. Swear-in eligible low-income representative commissioners, 6. HWCAC private sector representatives, 7. City ADA violations, 8. San Pablo plan and Ohlone bike path in light of the Community Risk Assessment, 9. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, May 16, 2024
HEALTH, LIFE ENRICHMENT, EQUITY & COMMUNITY at 10 am (members: Kesarwani, Bartlett, alternate Hahn)
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1608402725
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 840 2725
AGENDA: 2. Kesarwani, co-sponsors Humbert, Wengraf, Taplin - Referral for Development of RFP to Support Berkeley-Based Non-Profit Food Assistance Providers Serving Food Insecure Households, 3. Bartlett, co-sponsor Harrison – Adopt Amendment Healthy Checkout requiring stores 2500 sq ft and under to sell more nutritious food and beverage options in their checkout areas, 4. Bartlett – Small business support, promote greater transparency about business licensing process, 5. Klein, Planning – Re-adoption of Building codes NOX provisions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-health-life-enrichment-equity-community
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Review Commission’s Workplan, Priorities and Goals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 3030 Telegraph – Final Design Review – to demolish existing 1-story 10,000 sq ft medical office building and 2 duplexes and construct new 5-story mixed used building with approximately 1550 sq ft of commercial area and 144 dwelling units, including 8-below market rate units
1598 University – Final Design Review – to demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct a 134,409 sq ft 8-story mixwed-use residential building containing 207 dwelling units (including 21 very low-income units) and 5,787 sq ft commercial space, 39 parking spaces and 92 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNEMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st floor – Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC all discussion and possible action: 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, 7. Request for opinion from Todd Andrew pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 8. Request for opinion from Re-Elect Mayor Jesse Arreguin 2024 pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, 9. Request for opinion from Nicholas Sanders pursuant to BMC 2.12.220, OGC 11. Public Records Act Complaint filed by Chris Nardi. Joint FCPC-OGC 13. 2024-2025 Workplans.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. Discussion/Action Items: 1. (approximate time 7:10 pm) Active Transportation Program (ATP) grant applications – Action requested for following projects: Southwest Berkeley Bike Blvds for up to $4,000,000; Adeline Street Quick-Build for up to $1.05 million. Staff request commission action to authorize the chair to write to write a letter of support for the grant in the Commission’s capacity as the City of Berkeley Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC), 2. (approximate time 7:25 pm) Informational update on the Link21 Program*
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6 pm – 6. Staff Updates Progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Implementation/Enforcement, Organics Sampling, Discussion and Action Items: 6:15 pm 1. Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee,
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
Friday, May 17, 2024
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Sunday, May 19, 2024
≈+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 14, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for May 14, 2024 at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617988895
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 798 8895
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RECESS ITEM:
- Grant Application: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMWHA) Program Grant to support contract with the Public Safety Family Counseling Group (PSFG) for Crisis Intervention and Critical Incident Stress Management Services
- Brown, City Attorney - Repeal of BMC 12.80 Natural Gas Ban in new construction, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals found ordinance unlawful in California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,477,630 (gross) and $52,604,888 (net)
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application - $200,000 California Fire Safe Council (CFSC) Grant to establish an Alameda County Coordinator
- Gilman, HHCS – amend Contract No. 32100126 add $25,000 total $175,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Reinstatement of sick Leave
- Ferris, Parks – Amendment #1 MOU with WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) to accept up to $3,000,000 in WETA funding for the engineering, design and environmental phase of the new pier-ferry project at Berkeley Marina
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $6,500,000 includes $250,000 Contingency with COWI North America, In for engineering and design of the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works - Accept Donation $18,000 from Friends of Fountain Walk for installation of Benches and Repairs to Balustrades of Fountain at Marin Circle
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Donation $50,000 from Residents of The Uplands from residents of 255 – 305 The Uplands to resurface City owned parcel (public street)
- Davis, Public Works – Bike Share Electric-Assist Bicycle Expansion Agreement with Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for the addition of 221 docked electric-assist bicycles and 11 infill bike share stations
- Davis, Public works – Amend Contract No. 32300096 add $1,530,000 total $2,244,022 with SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring Services
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300080 add $750,000 total $1,500,000 with CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group for on-call engineering services and extend contract from 12/31/2025 - 6/30/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Contract (Specification No 23-11556-C)$460,350 with Koios Engineering, Inc. for MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project
- Davis, Public Works – Final Map of Tract 8639: 3000 San Pablo for 79-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 1 commercial unit at 3000 San Pablo
- Davis, Public Works – Increase PO No. 22203563 for Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro add $20,000 total $155,000 for increased cost new vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with SWARCO McCain Inc for Traffic Signal Controllers until 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Revised Fees for Public Use of City-Owned EV Charging Ports
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Support SB 1060 (introduced by Senator Becker, coauthor Senator Dodd) – bill text (it is short) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1060/2023 SB 1060 requires the insurer to use risk models that account for wildfire risk reduction associated with hazardous fuel reduction, home hardening, defensible space and fire prevention activities.
- Arreguin, co-sponsors Hahn, Wengraf – Support SB 1144 (Skinner) – directed to sale of stolen goods online - bill text (medium length) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1144/id/2929074 SB 1144 requires that online high-volume (200 sales or more or $5,000 or more in gross revenue) 3rd party seller to Californians produced, procured, purchased, or acquired consumer products in legal manner.
- Arreguin - City Council Committee and Regional Body Appointments
- Arreguin – Elections Code 9212 Report on Street Paving Initiatives
- Taplin – Budget Referral $110,000 for BYA (Berkeley Youth Alternatives) Counseling Center and Summer Jam Day Camp
- Hahn , co-sponsors Taplin, Wengraf, Humbert– Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds to Berkeley Symphony Spring Benefit
AGENDA on ACTION:
26.Numainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
27.Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
28.Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
INFORMATION REPORTS:
29.Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
30.Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Parks, Waterfront and Recreation Commission - Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
+++++++++++++++++ City Council Agenda for May 21, 2024 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on May 21, 2024
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604289924
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 428 9924
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on Consent:
- Kouyoumdjian, HR - Amend BMC 4.04.120(A) to rename the Legislative Assistant classification as Legislation Aide
- Taplin, co-sponsor Lunaparra – Add Chapter 13.22 to BMC to prohibit discrimination on the basis of family or relationship structure
- Oyekanmi, Finance - Notice of Appropriations Limit for FY 2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Request for Proposals $325,000, County Coordinator $200,000, Miyawaki Forest $125,000
- Gilman, HHCS – Contract $250,000 with Social Policy Research Associates for consulting services 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2025
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300104 add $250,000 total $750,000 and extend to 5/31/2025 with The Village of Love for Telegraph Neighborhood Sacred Rest Drop-In Center
- Gilman, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 6252 for real property at 819 Hearst (813 Delaware) for purposes of assigning ground lease from current owner, Ocean View, LLC to Orbach Affordable Housing Solutions (OAHS) Ocean View LP and extend ground lease term to 6/30/2089
- Ferris, Parks – Grant Application/Accept grant $76,000, city share $7,600 removal and disposal abandoned vessels
- Klein, Planning - LOA requests for Mabel Athanasious and Shanza Syed absence requests for Environment & Climate Youth Commissioners for meeting dates June 26, 2024 and July 24, 2024
- Klein, Panning - Contract $622,2215 with Online Solutions, LLC (DBA Citizenserve) for Housing Inspection and Code Enforcement Software from 6/17/2024 – 6/16/2029
- Klein, Panning – Contract $600,000 with Raimi + Associates for planning services for North Shattuck, College and Solano Avenue corridors zoning update 6/6/2024 – 12/31/2026
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32300103 add $150,000 total $200,000 with Bay Area PL Services of on-call phlebotomy and sexual assault exams and extend 12/31/2028
- Davis, Public Works – Declaration of Intent – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments
- Arreguin – Direct CM to develop a pilot program for 5-10 Seriously Mentally Ill (SMI) persons who have required frequent interventions
- Arreguin – Adopt 1st reading of ordinance amending BMC 3.02 to allow the Mayor to approve LOA for a commissioner appointed by the council as a whole
- Arreguin – Budget referral $630,00 restarting 4th of July celebration
- Arreguin – Relinquishment of office budget funds for 2024 Taste of Downtown event
- Arreguin – Budget referral $31,250 Berkeley Youth Alternatives Part-time Garden Assisstant
- Bartlett - Relinquishment of office budget funds for Juneteenth Festival
- Bartlett – Refer to CM to analyze potential for speed bump on Russell at King
21.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Budget Presentation and Public Hearing #1
Gilman, HHCS – Rescinding and Adopting the Environmental Health Division Fee Schedule
- Gilman, HHCS – Increase the Senior Center Facility Rental Security deposit from $350 to $500
- Ferris, Parks – Selected Sports Field Fee increase
- Klein, Planning – Planning Department Fee Schedule
- Louis, Police – Audit Recommendation to manage overtime and security work for outside entities
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED FROM DRAFT AGENDA:
Ballot Measure to be reviewed at May 23, 4 pm meeting on Ballot measures - Mayer, BOLT – BOLT request for City Council to place a limited library tax on November 2024 ballot
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accountability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability Worksession
- May 21 at 4 pm Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study – worksession
- May 23 at 4 pm (tentative) Ballot Measures for November 2024 Library Tax Ballot Measure, Webinar that night on insurance crisis at 7 pm
- June 13 Ballot Measures for November 2024 and results Community Survey
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
April 28 - May 5, 2024
Worth Noting:
May 4 and May 5 are the free in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden tours from 10 am – 5 pm. Visit gardens planned around butterflies, hummingbirds, and caterpillars (baby bird food). Previewing the gardens online before going out is highly recommended. Saturday East Bay bayside cities list 42 gardens open to the public (all are private gardens except (1) the pollinator pathway). Sunday - Inland cities list 18 gardens (all are private except (1) the John Muir Historic site).
Other Notes:
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 28, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 29, 2024– No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
MHSA ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING from 11 am – 12:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89904190742
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Passcode: 081337
AGENDA: not provided
[email protected]
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/14/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet --- pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Contract No. 31900013 add $260,829 total $795,651 from 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027 for software licensing and maintenance for Library’s CARL X Integrated Library System, III.A. Proposed Budget for FY 2025- 2026 (expenditures exceed revenue difference made up with grants, Friends of Library and Foundations)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Homeless System and All Homes Gaps Analysis, 7. Chair Update, 8. Safety protocol in Berkeley shelters, 9. Discussion/possible action on accountability of community-based providers under contract with City of Berkeley, 10. Staff presentation on CES (Coordinated Entry System) and HMS (Homeless Management Information System), information collected
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Keep Innovation in Berkeley receive staff report and provide direction to prepare zoning ordinance amendments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, May 2, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Bay Area Housing Finance Agency (BAHFA) Regional Bond Measure, 7. Presentation San Pablo Specific Plan Update, 8. HAC Work Plan Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2462 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0107) – to demolish commercial building over 40 years old, 7. 1401 LeRoy – Structural Alteration Permit (LMSAP2024-0002) for the John Galen Howard House – public hearing – request to make repairs and improve fire safety, 8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Project Overview with public comment (virtual workshop offered on May 15 from 6 – 7:30 pm)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-services/trash-recycling/zero-waste-strategic-plan
Friday, May 3, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, May 4, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, May 5, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
+++++++ DRAFT AGENDA for MAY 14 – TO BE REVIEWED ON MAY 1, 2024 +++++++
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Monday, May 1, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 14, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
+++++++++++++++ CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS FOR MAY 7, 2024 ++++++++
CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS for May 7, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602251843
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 225 1843
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL 4:15 pm Special Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Public Hearing on submission of PY 2024 (program year) (FY 2025) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendation of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 – 2028, includes HUD funds and allocation of federal funding for community agencies.
CITY COUNCIL 6 pm Regular Meeting Agenda - Action Items 57 and 58
59. Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Public Safety Committee – Item 53 in draft agenda – Panoramic Hill a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
Referred to FITES – Item 58 in draft agenda - Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Worth Noting:
May 4 and May 5 are the free in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden tours from 10 am – 5 pm. Visit gardens planned around butterflies, hummingbirds, and caterpillars (baby bird food). Previewing the gardens online before going out is highly recommended. Saturday East Bay bayside cities list 42 gardens open to the public (all are private gardens except (1) the pollinator pathway). Sunday - Inland cities list 18 gardens (all are private except (1) the John Muir Historic site).
- You must REGISTER to receive the garden tour addresses (email will arrive from Kathy Kramer with subject line Garden Tour addresses, maps and tickets) https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- How to make your windows bird safe is on the Saturday Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson’s and Erin Diehm’s house. Their display includes multiple samples of window film and inexpensive DIY projects.
- The YouTube channel with webinars and videos of prior Bringing Back the Native Garden Tours is at: https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
- Douglas Tallamy gives the “why” of seeing little bites out of plant leaves is reason to celebrate and not take a trip to by pesticide poisons. Even Hummingbird babies need insects to grow and fledge. https://youtu.be/ft7tWw470sY?si=PpujMALov3q9_hVP
- Calscape is the California Native Plant resource https://calscape.org
- Tuesday, April 30, 2024: From 11 am – 12:30 pm the MHSA Advisory Committee meets in the hybrid format (this is a new meeting posting)
- Wednesday, May 1, 2024:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format. At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, May 2, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Zero Waste Strategic Plan workshop meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- Saturday, May 4, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm, forty-two native plant gardens in East Bay bayside cities are opened to the public through the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
- Sunday, May 5, 2024: From 10 am – 5 pm, eighteen native plant gardens in East Bay inland cities are opened to the public through the Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Other Notes:
- The City Council May 7, 2024 Agenda is available for comment
- The City website format change for retrieving agendas for Boards and Commissions and Council Committees – click on the carrot/down arrow to right of date for meeting locations, agendas, documents, and communications.
- Agendas and minutes now go back to January 2019.
- Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 28, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 29, 2024– No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
MHSA ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING from 11 am – 12:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2640 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446733966?pwd=OGp3Tm5LQTc5TGdhb2tYWllKcDVhdz09&omn=89904190742
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 844 673 3966 Passcode: 081337
AGENDA: not provided
[email protected]
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/14/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet --- pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Branch
AGENDA: II. B. Amend Contract No. 31900013 add $260,829 total $795,651 from 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2027 for software licensing and maintenance for Library’s CARL X Integrated Library System, III.A. Proposed Budget for FY 2025- 2026 (expenditures exceed revenue difference made up with grants, Friends of Library and Foundations)
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS (HSPE) at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Homeless System and All Homes Gaps Analysis, 7. Chair Update, 8. Safety protocol in Berkeley shelters, 9. Discussion/possible action on accountability of community-based providers under contract with City of Berkeley, 10. Staff presentation on CES (Coordinated Entry System) and HMS (Homeless Management Information System), information collected
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Keep Innovation in Berkeley receive staff report and provide direction to prepare zoning ordinance amendments.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, May 2, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Presentation Bay Area Housing Finance Agency (BAHFA) Regional Bond Measure, 7. Presentation San Pablo Specific Plan Update, 8. HAC Work Plan Process.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2462 Bancroft Way – Demolition Referral (Use Permit #ZP2023-0107) – to demolish commercial building over 40 years old, 7. 1401 LeRoy – Structural Alteration Permit (LMSAP2024-0002) for the John Galen Howard House – public hearing – request to make repairs and improve fire safety, 8. Annual Report to City Council.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
ZERO WASTE STRATEGIC PLAN from 6 – 7:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Project Overview with public comment (virtual workshop offered on May 15 from 6 – 7:30 pm)
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-services/trash-recycling/zero-waste-strategic-plan
Friday, May 3, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, May 4, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
- YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE GARDEN ADDRESSES
- PREVIEW GARDENS on website and REGISTER: Tour is free, donations encouraged, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- BAYSIDE CITY LOCATIONS (number of gardens): Alameda (1), Albany (3), Berkeley (10), Castro Valley (5), El Cerrito (2), Hayward (4), Kensington (1), Oakland (8), Piedmont (1), Pinole (2), Richmond (3), San Leandro (2), San Pablo (1)
Sunday, May 5, 2024
BRINGING BACK the NATIVES GARDEN TOUR (free) from 10 am – 5 pm
- YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE GARDEN ADDRESSES
- PREVIEW GARDENS on website and REGISTER: Tour is free, donations encouraged, https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
- INLAND CITY LOCATIONS (number of gardens): Antioch (1), Clayton (1), Concord (1), Danville (1), Lafayette (1), Livermore (5), Martinez (2), Moraga (1), Pleasant Hill (1), San Ramon (3) Walnut Creek (1)
+++++++ DRAFT AGENDA for MAY 14 – TO BE REVIEWED ON MAY 1, 2024 +++++++
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Monday, May 1, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 14, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617670267
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 767 0267
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
- Grant Application: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMWHA) Program Grant to support contract with the Public Safety Family Counseling Group (PSFG) for Crisis Intervention and Critical Incident Stress Management Services
- Brown,City Attorney - Repeal of BMC 12.80 Natural Gas Ban in new construction, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals found ordinance unlawful in California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – Amendment FY 2024 Annual Appropriations Ordinance $64,477,630 (gross) and $52,604,888 (net)
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application - $200,000 California Fire Safe Council (CFSC) Grant to establish an Alameda County Coordinator
- Gilman, HHCS – amend Contract No. 32100126 add $25,000 total $175,000 with Anjanette Scott LLC for Housing Consultant Services
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Reinstatement of sick Leave
- Ferris, Parks – Amendment #1 MOU with WETA (Water Emergency Transportation Authority) to accept up to $3,000,000 in WETA funding for the engineering, design and environmental phase of the new pier-ferry project at Berkeley Marina
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $6,500,000 includes $250,000 Contingency with COWI North America, In for engineering and design of the Berkeley Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project
- Davis, Public Works - Accept Donation $18,000 from Friends of Fountain Walk for installation of Benches and Repairs to Balustrades of Fountain at Marin Circle
- Davis, Public Works – Accept Donation $50,000 from Residents of The Uplands from residents of 255 – 305 The Uplands to resurface City owned parcel (public street)
- Davis, Public Works – Bike Share Electric-Assist Bicycle Expansion Agreement with Lyft Bikes and Scooters, LLC for the addition of 221 docked electric-assist bicycles and 11 infill bike share stations
- Davis, Public works – Amend Contract No. 32300096 add $1,530,000 total $2,244,022 with SCS Engineers for Landfill Post-Closure Maintenance and Monitoring Services
- Davis, Public Works – Amend Contract No. 32300080 add $750,000 total $1,500,000 with CSW Stuber-Stroeh Engineering Group for on-call engineering services and extend contract from 12/31/2025 - 6/30/2027
- Davis, Public Works – Contract (Specification No 23-11556-C)$460,350 with Koios Engineering, Inc. for MRP Trash Capture FY 2023 Project
- Davis, Public Works – Final Map of Tract 8639: 3000 San Pablo for 79-unit condominium project consisting of 78 residential units and 1 commercial unit at 3000 San Pablo
- Davis, Public Works – Increase PO No. 22203563 for Nicholas K Corp dba Ford Store San Leandro add $20,000 total $155,000 for increased cost new vehicles
- Davis, Public Works – PO $500,000 with SWARCO McCain Inc for Traffic Signal Controllers until 6/30/2026
- Davis, Public Works – Revised Fees for Public Use of City-Owned EV Charging Ports
- Arreguin – Support SB 1060 (introduced by Senator Becker, coauthor Senator Dodd) – bill text (it is short) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1060/2023 SB 1060 requires the insurer to use risk models that account for wildfire risk reduction associated with hazardous fue reduction, home hardening, defensible space and fire prevention activities.
- Arreguin – Support SB 1144 (Skinner) – directed to sale of stolen goods online - bill text (medium length) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB1144/id/2929074 SB 1144 requires that online high-volume (200 sales or more or $5,000 or more in gross revenue) 3rd party seller to Californians produced, procured, purchased, or acquired consumer products in legal manner.
- Taplin – Budget Referral $110,000 for BYA (Berkeley Youth Alternatives) Counseling Center and Summer Jam Day Camp
- Hahn – Relinquishment of Council Budget Funds to Berkeley Symphony Spring Benefit
- Naumainville, City Clerk – 2024 City Council Referral Prioritization using Re-Weighted Range Voting (this is where council reviews referrals to the CM prioritizes and eliminates referrals from the list
- Arredondo, CM Office – Reimagining Public Safety Update
- Kesarwani – Refer to CM to implement AB 1033 (Ting - passed 2023) allowing ADUs to be sold separately from primary residence – bill text (long) https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1033/id/2832426 ADUs defined as not exceeding 1200 sq ft if separate /detached or if attached shall not exceed more than 50% of existing primary dwelling
- Taplin – Adopt Resolution designating J-Dock for community service and recreational educational uses and direct CM to retain 2 slips for Cal Sailing Club
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Update response to Audit Directives
- Wong, Auditor – Audit Follow-up Status
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS for May 7, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602251843
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 225 1843
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL 4:15 pm Special Meeting
AGENDA on ACTION:
1.Public Hearing on submission of PY 2024 (program year) (FY 2025) Annual Action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendation of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 – 2028, includes HUD funds and allocation of federal funding for community agencies.
CITY COUNCIL 6 pm Regular Meeting Agenda - Action Items 57 and 58
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Lisa Hernandez for Health Officer Services during periods when City Health Officer is out of the office, 4/1/2024 – 4/1/2026
- Fong, IT – Purchase Order $135,189 with SHI for KnowBe4 Products and Services for cyber security
- Ferris, Parks - Amend 4 Contracts – add $500,000 to each Bay Area Tree Specialists (31900202), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193, Professional Tree Care (31900212) and West Coast Arborists (31900218) for as-needed tree services and extend terms to 5/28/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $95,000 with School Foodies for Summer Food Service 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 with option to extend for four 1-year extensions total not to exceed $475,000
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $8,593,200 (includes 10% contingency of $781,200) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Docks D & E Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina. Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32300187 add $198,000 total $374,669 with First Serve Productions for additional sport court repair
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $4,612,920 (includes 5% contingency of $230,646) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Berkeley Marina Dredging Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ernst, HHCS – 2nd reading to reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (Kesarwani voted no on the first reading)
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for approval
- Numainville, City Clerk – Calling for Consolidated General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024
- Numainville, City Clerk – Ballot Measure increasing the City’s Appropriations Linit to allow expenditure of tax proceeds for FY 2025 – 2028
- Numainville, City Clerk – Designate Ballot Measure Argument Authors – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Animal Feeding Operations
- Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. 117569-1 add $25,000 total $127,218 with Animal Fix Clinic to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to pets of eligible owners and shelter animals for FY 2024
- Radu, CM Office – Return Unspent Funding $400,140.17 of $2,200,000 to UC Berkeley for Rodeway Inn for Winter Shelter
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $3,700,000, Comprehensive Permit Management Software Solution $3,500,000 and Dispatch Implementation and Ongoing Support $200,000
- Sprague,Fire – Contact $4,000,000 for As-Needed Hazardous Fire Fuel Management and Treatment 1. California Tree Solutions $1,000,000, 2. Mountain Enterprises Inc. $1,000,000, 3. Small World Tree Co. $1,000,000, 4. Bay Area Tree Specialists $1,000,000 5/18/2024 – 5/17/2028
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application for FEMA for up to $7,703,926.83 with no city matching funds to hire additional fire fighters to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1710 standard for fire suppression operations
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $213,000 with Marin SB Advisor LLC to provide management for Berkeley Chipper Day from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3 additional years for $250,000 total $463,000
- Sprague, Fire – Modification and Adoption of Berkeley Fire Code Local Amendments and Incorporation of California Intervening Code Adoption Cycle Amendments Based on 2022 California Fire Code
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300108 add $100,000 total $199,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for Housing Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2025
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $150,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Compliance Consultant for HARD HATS Ordinance 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 add $15,000 total $250,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) for SCU evaluation
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200191 add $250,000 total $500,000 with Options Recovery services for Substance Use Disorder 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2025 adds 2 years to existing contract
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $166,080 ($41,520 / year) with City Data Services for Streamlined Community Agency Contract Administration and Monitoring 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2028
- Bustamante, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding from State of California and Alameda County for Public Health Services, 1. HIV/AIDS Surveillance $25,701/year total $128,505 for FY 2025 – 2029, 2. Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention $13,625/year total $27,250 for FY 2025 – 2026, 3. TB prevention $35,197 for FY 2025 from Alameda County, 4. Public Health Infrastructure $32,080 FY 2025 from Alameda County
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $275,000 total $4,845,500 to funding from State of CA Crisis Care Mobile Units with Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2023 Fee assessment – State of California Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) authorizes payment for FY 2022-2023 for $240,397.76
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Rename Legislative Assistant to Legislative Aide and approve job specifications and salary range
- Fong, IT – Contract $500,000with Catalls Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC for New Community Relationship Management (DRM) System, 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2029
- Ferris, Parks - Amend Contract No. 32000188 add $200,000 total $425,000 with GSI Environmental Inc for environmental consulting services
- Ferris, Parks - Donation $10,000 from Friends of the Rose Garden/Berkeley Partners
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No 32200098 add $115,000 total $1,453,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for O & K Docks Electrical Upgrades Project
- a. Commission on Aging – Refer to the CM steps to revisit and act on the recommendations of the Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, b. Bustamante, HHCS – Companion Report 1. Refer to Transportation Commission to collaborate with Commission on Aging to assess public transportation options for older adult and disabled community, 2. Refer to the Housing Advisory Commission to collaborate with staff to assess the level of affordable, accessible housing options for older adults, 3. Refer Commission on Aging’s request for increased funding to the Budget and Finance Committees
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – DFSC Supports funding of a Program Manager II Position
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation, one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $70,000for school supplies
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $50,000 Replenish Business Mitigation Fund due to vandalism and other problematic behavior
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $10,000 maintenance of Cesar Chavez Solar Calendar
- Taplin – Budget Referral $320,000 SafeCity Connect Downtown Berkeley Pilot Program for 2-year security camera program
- Taplin – Budget Referral $82,000 for Waterside Workshops to support youth enrichment and climate resilience programs following revenue losses due to construction and street closures on Bolivar Drive
- Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf and Humbert – Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Taplin, - Budget Referral $300,000 unior Jackets Capacity-Building Grant to provide Young Lives Matter Foundation, Inc with funding for 2 years of operating costs for the Berkeley Junior Jackets Football and Cheer youth sports program and to develop longer-term sustainability and growth plans for the organization. Direct the CM to evaluate organizational capacity and strategic planning supported by this funding on a rolling basis consistent with Reimagining Public Safety and Gun Violence Prevention Program
- Taplin, co-sponsor Humbert – Budget Referral $200,000 Vision Zero Rapid Response on Bicycle Blvd 1. Refer to CM to incorporate Oakland’s Neighborhood Bike Route implementation Guide for all Bicycle Blvds in Berkeley’s Bicycle Plan, 2. Refer $200,000 for Pilot Implementation of Neighborhood Bikeway standards and Complete Streets and prioritizing implementation on Bicycle Blvds on high injury streets and/or the Equity Priority Area
- Bartlett, co-sponsor Hahn – Expenditure of discretionary council office budget for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez
- Bartlett – Budget Referral $60,000 to support Healthy Black Families Community Engagement – Ashby BART Development and Equitable Black Berkeley
- Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Bartlett – Budget Referral Fund Small Sites Program to Acquire, Rehabilitate, and Protect Existing Small Scale Housing $200,000 in FY 2025 and $150,000 FY 2026 for Capacity Building grants to the Bay Are Community Land Trust to support expanded participation in the City’s Small Sites Program,
- Hahn, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Bartlett – Budget Referral $360,000 over two FY 2025 & FY 2026 to continue Market match Program for Low-Income Berkeley Residents in accessing fresh local produce from Berkeley Farmer’s Markets
- Hahn, co-sponsor - Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $20,000 ($10,000 per year) to support the September Solano Stroll events
- Hahn, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget Referral CARE Program for Berkeley Fire Department, 1) Pilot Project to screen for cancer $40,000/year for 2 years, 2. Add FTE to Fire Dept for an in-House Fire Mechanic to service Fire Apparatus on-site $203,107 inclusive of benefits, $350,000 in one-time funds to purchase the necessary tools and equipment, 3. Fire Reserve Program to support recruitment $120,000/year ongoing to cover salaries for 6 interns training, supervision and equipment, 4. For one-time FFE (furniture, fixtures and equipment) upgrades to all Fire Stations Total $140,000 over 2 years for new appliances/enhancements to prevent cancer
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Resolution in Support of the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California Send to Newsom endorse campaign upholding SB 1137 which prohibits new oil and gas wells within 3200 feet of homes, schools, nursing homes and hospitals and requires companies to adopt health, safety and environment standards.
- Hahn, co-sponsor – Budget Referral $200,000 for Development of Voluntary Design Guidelines
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $7,000 per year for City of Berkeley Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn – Budget Referral - $22,000 for Crossing Guard for Cragmont School
- Wengraf – Budget referral $110,000 for Hybrid Commission Meetings for infrastructure costs to conduct hybrid commission meetings
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $70,000 to evaluate pedestrian safety and implement solutions on Euclid between Eunice and Bay View Place
- Wengraf – Budget Referral $300,000 Civic Center Plan III Advancing Pre-Design & Construction Activities for Berkeley’s Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings
- Klein, Planning – Re-Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code including adopting a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify more stringent regulations than those provided by the 2022 California Building Standards. First reading of ordinance
- Agenda and Rules Committee – Proposed Changes to Public Comment Refer to City Manager to review and implement recommendations by the Open Government Commission to improve public access, transparency, meeting procedures and public comment at City Council and commission meetings. Direct the CM to return back to Council with amendments to the City Council Rules of Procedure and Order to implement these recommendations (committee - qualified positive recommendation)
59. Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
DISPOSITION of ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Referred to Public Safety Committee – Item 53 in draft agenda – Panoramic Hill a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
Referred to FITES – Item 58 in draft agenda - Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 7 at 4 pm Community Agency Allocation Process
- May 7 at 5:45 pm (tentative) Adopt the Results of the April 16 Special Election
- May 7 City Manager Comments BINDEX Update
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accoutability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative) Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (May special Meeting – 5/23 or 5/28)
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (June Special meeting 6/6 or 6/13
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
COUNCIL REFERRALS to AGENDA and RULES COMMITTEE and UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
April 21 - April 28, 2024
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee meets at the unusual day, Thursday, April 25 and the unusual time of 12 pm to review and finalize the agenda for the first City Council meeting on May 7 after the lengthy spring recess.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour and follow-up with the in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person (free) native garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
On the May 4 garden tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm’s house are the displays of how to make your windows bird safe with DIY acopian blinds and different examples of window film.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving the Chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 22, 2024 - EARTH DAY - PASSOVER begins
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Proposed mid-cycle code amendments to Berkeley Green Code
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room (commissioners meet in the hybrid format, however, the public can only attend in person in a room that is fully equipped for hybrid meetings)
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-Income Commissioners, 3. Discussion of possible shift in position on tri-partite board for 3 existing commissioners, 4. HWCAC reform and merger, 5. Discussion of FY 2025-FY 2028 Community Request for RFP, 6. HWCAC Strategic Plan Update, 7. Discussion of response to 45-day notice of anticipated high-risk designation, 8. Review of CoB funded agency Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 9. City ADA violations, 10. Fire Marshall’s Report, 11. San Pablo Ave plan and Ohlone bike path & community risk assessment, 12. Reverse mortgage, 13. Hybrid commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Thursday, April 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/7/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet 776 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Work Plan revision
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Establishing a process for evaluating complaints by the public and create a subcommittee to work with Bonita House and make recommendations to the mayor regarding changes that need to be made in police policy to make the SCU successful, 5. Mental Health Commission role with respect to SCU, 6. Vote for May’s MHC SCU panel, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 8. Request Audit of Mental Health Department.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83673449984
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 836 7344 9984
AGENDA: 1788 Fourth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0159 to modify #05-10000094
Add distilled spirits
2600 Tenth Street – on action - appeal of Zoning Officer’s Approval of Administrative Use Permit ZP#2023-0031 to change the use of 3 tenant spaces (9750 sq ft) from Media Production to a Research and Development use, and create up to 9 tenant spaces within a 7-story building on a 114,998 sq ft lot – staff recommend dismiss
1817-B Carleton – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0168 – to construct a 494 sq ft third-story addition over 28 feet in average height (32 feet) that will exceed the allowable lot coverage by approximately 5%, encroach into the third-story setback, reduce building separation, and adding an 11th and 12th bedroom to the lot – staff recommend DENY.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, April 26, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 27, 2024
BERKELEY BAY FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Park
Use Link to Register:
EVENT: Free family focused event with entertainment and food vendors
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-bay-festival
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY from 12:30 - 2 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use Link to Register: Cost $20 per person
EVENT: Low-impact high-energy 90-minute aquatic exercise
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-0
BERKELEY READY DISASTER MENTAL HEALTH from 1 pm – 4 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room
Use Link to Register:
AGENDA: This class is part of CERT, but open to the public and free. Session focuses on mental health preparedness and strategies to manage difficult mental health situations that can occur in disasters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-ready-disaster-mental-health
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 5/7/2024 City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Recess Items 1 – 7, Items on Consent 8-47, Items on Action 48 – 59, Information Item 60
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The Agenda Committee meets at the unusual day, Thursday, April 25 and the unusual time of 12 pm to review and finalize the agenda for the first City Council meeting on May 7 after the lengthy spring recess.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour and follow-up with the in person Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour.
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person (free) native garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
On the May 4 garden tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm’s house are the displays of how to make your windows bird safe with DIY acopian blinds and different examples of window film.
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024: From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free city sponsored Yoga Class
- Wednesday, April 24, 2024:
- From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free city sponsored Yoga Class.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with Berkeley Green Code Amendments.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in the hybrid format for commissioners, however, the public can only attend in person.
- Thursday, April 25, 2024:
- At 12 pm the Agenda and Rules Committee meets in the hybrid format with 60 items on the May 7 draft agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person. At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person with the SCU on the agenda.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- Saturday: April 27, 2024:
- From 11 am – 4 pm is the Berkeley Bay Festival at the Marina.
- From 12:30 – 2 pm is Aqua Zumba at King Pool ($20/person).
- From 1 – 4 pm is the free class on managing difficult mental health situations in disasters.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, saving the Chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, April 22, 2024 - EARTH DAY - PASSOVER begins
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Proposed mid-cycle code amendments to Berkeley Green Code
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room (commissioners meet in the hybrid format, however, the public can only attend in person in a room that is fully equipped for hybrid meetings)
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-Income Commissioners, 3. Discussion of possible shift in position on tri-partite board for 3 existing commissioners, 4. HWCAC reform and merger, 5. Discussion of FY 2025-FY 2028 Community Request for RFP, 6. HWCAC Strategic Plan Update, 7. Discussion of response to 45-day notice of anticipated high-risk designation, 8. Review of CoB funded agency Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 9. City ADA violations, 10. Fire Marshall’s Report, 11. San Pablo Ave plan and Ohlone bike path & community risk assessment, 12. Reverse mortgage, 13. Hybrid commissions.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
FREE YOGA CLASSES (CoB + Niroga Institute) from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth,
Use link to register:
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-15
Thursday, April 25, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 5/7/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Workssessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS for REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Amend BMC Chapter 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of Berkeley Considers. (packet 776 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 2. Public Health Officer’s Report, 5. Work Plan revision
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 3. SCU Update, 4. Establishing a process for evaluating complaints by the public and create a subcommittee to work with Bonita House and make recommendations to the mayor regarding changes that need to be made in police policy to make the SCU successful, 5. Mental Health Commission role with respect to SCU, 6. Vote for May’s MHC SCU panel, 7. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 8. Request Audit of Mental Health Department.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83673449984
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 836 7344 9984
AGENDA: 1788 Fourth Street – on consent – Use Permit #ZP2023-0159 to modify #05-10000094
Add distilled spirits
2600 Tenth Street – on action - appeal of Zoning Officer’s Approval of Administrative Use Permit ZP#2023-0031 to change the use of 3 tenant spaces (9750 sq ft) from Media Production to a Research and Development use, and create up to 9 tenant spaces within a 7-story building on a 114,998 sq ft lot – staff recommend dismiss
1817-B Carleton – on action – Variance #ZP2023-0168 – to construct a 494 sq ft third-story addition over 28 feet in average height (32 feet) that will exceed the allowable lot coverage by approximately 5%, encroach into the third-story setback, reduce building separation, and adding an 11th and 12th bedroom to the lot – staff recommend DENY.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, April 26, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 27, 2024
BERKELEY BAY FESTIVAL from 11 am – 4 pm
Location: at 160 University, Shorebird Park
Use Link to Register:
EVENT: Free family focused event with entertainment and food vendors
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-bay-festival
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY from 12:30 - 2 pm
Location: at 1700 Hopkins, King Pool
Use Link to Register: Cost $20 per person
EVENT: Low-impact high-energy 90-minute aquatic exercise
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party-0
BERKELEY READY DISASTER MENTAL HEALTH from 1 pm – 4 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University, West Berkeley Branch Library Community Room
Use Link to Register:
AGENDA: This class is part of CERT, but open to the public and free. Session focuses on mental health preparedness and strategies to manage difficult mental health situations that can occur in disasters.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/berkeley-ready-disaster-mental-health
Sunday, April 28, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 12 pm on Thursday, April 25, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for May 5/7/2024 City Council Meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1600959436
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 095 9436
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Recess Items 1 – 7, Items on Consent 8-47, Items on Action 48 – 59, Information Item 60
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Lisa Hernandez for Health Officer Services during periods when City Health Officer is out of the office, 4/1/2024 – 4/1/2026
- Fong, IT – Purchase Order $135,189 with SHI for KnowBe4 Products and Services for cyber security
- Ferris, Parks - Amend 4 Contracts – add $500,000 to each Bay Area Tree Specialists (31900202), Hamilton Tree Service (31900193, Professional Tree Care (31900212) and West Coast Arborists (31900218) for as-needed tree services and extend terms to 5/28/2026
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $95,000 with School Foodies for Summer Food Service 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2025 with option to extend for four 1-year extensions total not to exceed $475,000
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $8,593,200 (includes 10% contingency of $781,200) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Docks D & E Replacement Project at Berkeley Marina. Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32300187 add $198,000 total $374,669 with First Serve Productions for additional sport court repair
- Ferris, Parks – Contract $4,612,920 (includes 5% contingency of $230,646) with THE DUTRA GROUP for Berkeley Marina Dredging Authorizes City Manager to execute amendments, extensions and change orders until project is completed
- Ernst, HHCS – 2nd reading to reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (Kesarwani voted no on the first reading)
- Numainville, City Clerk - Minutes for approval
- Numainville, City Clerk – Calling for Consolidated General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024
- Numainville, City Clerk – Ballot Measure increasing the City’s Appropriations Linit to allow expenditure of tax proceeds for FY 2025 – 2028
- Radu, CM Office – Amend Contract No. 117569-1 add $25,000 total $127,218 with Animal Fix Clinic to provide no-cost spay and neuter surgeries to pets of eligible owners and shelter animals for FY 2024
- Radu, CM Office – Return Unspent Funding $400,140.17 of $2,200,000 to UC Berkeley for Rodeway Inn for Winter Shelter
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations (proposals not included in item)
- Sprague,Fire – Contact $4,000,000 for As-Needed Hazardous Fire Fuel Management and Treatment 5/18/2024 – 5/17. 2028
- Sprague, Fire – Grant Application for FEMA for up to $7,703,926.83 with no city matching funds to hire additional fire fighters to meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1710 standard for fire suppression operations
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $213,000 with Marin SB Advisor LLC to provide management for Berkeley Chipper Day from 6/1/2024 – 5/31/2027 with option to extend for 3 additional years for $250,000 total $463,000
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300108 add $100,000 total $199,500 with Street Level Advisors, LLC for Housing Consulting Services and extend to 6/30/2025
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $150,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Compliance Consultant for HARD HATS Ordinance 8/1/2024 – 7/31/2027
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract 32300144 add $15,000 total $250,000 with Resource Development Associates (RDA) for SCU evaluation
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32200191 add $250,000 total $500,000 with Options Recovery services for Substance Use Disorder 1/1/2022 – 6/30/2025 adds 2 years to existing contract
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $166,080 ($41,520 / year) with City Data Services for Streamlined Community Agency Contract Administration and Monitoring 7/1/2024 – 6/30/2028
- Bustamante, HHCS – Revenue Grant Agreements: Funding from State of California and Alameda County for Public Health Services, 1. HIV/AIDS Surveillance $25,701/year total $128,505 for FY 2025 – 2029, 2. Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention $13,625/year total $27,250 for FY 2025 – 2026, 3. TB prevention $35,197 for FY 2025 from Alameda County, 4. Public Health Infrastructure $32,080 FY 2025 from Alameda County
- Bustamante, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32300134 add $275,000 total $4,845,500 to funding from State of CA Crisis Care Mobile Units with Bonita House for Specialized Care Unit
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2023 Fee assessment – State of California Self-Insurance Fund (Worker’s Comp) authorizes payment for FY 2022-2023 for $240,397.76
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Rename Legislative Assistant to Legislative Aide and approve job specifications and salary range
- Fong, IT – Contract $500,000with Catalls Public Works and Citizen Engagement, LLC for New Community Relationship Management (DRM) System, 6/1/2024 – 6/30/2029
- Ferris, Park - Amend Contract No. 32000188 add $200,000 total $425,000 with GSI Environmental Inc for environmental consulting services
- Ferris, Parks - Donation $10,000 from Friends of the Rose Garden/Berkeley Partners
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No 32200098 add $115,000 total $1,453,000 with ERA Construction, Inc. for O & K Docks Electrical Upgrades Project
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission (DFSC) – DFSC Supports funding of a Program Manager II Position
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation, one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $70,000for school supplies
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $50,000 Replenish Business Mitigation Fund due to vandalism and other problematic behavior
- Arreguin – Budget Referral $10,000 maintenance of Cesar Chavez Solar Calendar
- Taplin – Budget Referral $320,000 SafeCity Connect Downtown Berkeley Pilot Program for 2-year security camera program
- Taplin – Budget Referral $82,000 for Waterside Workshops to support youth enrichment and climate resilience programs following revenue losses due to construction and street closures on Bolivar Drive
- Bartlett – Expenditure of discretionary council office budget for Celebracion Cultural Sylvia Mendez
- Hahn – Budget Referral $200,000 in FY 2025 and $150,000 FY 2026 for Capacity Building grants to the Bay Are Community Land Trust to support expanded participation in the City’s Small Sites Program
- Hahn – Budget Referral $360,000 over two FY 2025 & FY 2026 to continue Market match Program for Low-Income Berkeley Residents in accessing fresh local produce from Berkeley Farmer’s Markets
- Hahn, co-sponsor Arreguin – Budget Referral for Berkeley Fire Department, 1) Pilot Project to screen for cancer $40,000/year for 2 years, 2. Add FTE to Fire Dept for an in-House Fire Mechanic to service Fire Apparatus on-site $203,107 inclusive of benefits, $350,000 in one-time funds to purchase the necessary tools and equipment, 3. Fire Reserve Program to support recruitment $120,000/year ongoing to cover salaries for 6 interns training, supervision and equipment, 4. For one-time FFE (furniture, fixtures and equipment) upgrades to all Fire Stations Total $140,000 over 2 years for new appliances/enhancements to prevent cancer
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Send to Newsom endorse campaign upholding SB 1137 which prohibits new oil and gas wells within 3200 feet of homes, schools, nursing homes and hospitals and requires companies to adopt health, safety and environment standards.
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Humbert, Taplin – Budget Referral $7,000 per year for City of Berkeley Annual Holocaust Remembrance Day
- Wengraf – Budget Referral - $22,000 for Crossing Guard for Cragmont School
- Wengraf – Budget referral $110,000 for infrastructure costs to conduct hybrid commission meetings
- Wengraf, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Budget Referral $70,000 to evaluate pedestrian safety and implement solutions on Euclid between Eunice and Bay View Place
- Wengraf – Budget Referral $300,000 Civic Center Plan III Advancing Pre-Design & Construction Activities for Berkeley’s Maudelle Shirek and Veterans Buildings
- Bustamante, HHCS - Submission of the PY 2024 (FY 2025) Annual action Plan Containing Allocations of Federal Funds to Community Agencies and Recommendations of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies and Recommendations of Other Local and State Funding to Community Agencies for FY 2025 - 2028
- Numainville, City Clerk – Designate Ballot Measure Argument Authors – Initiative Ordinance Prohibiting Animal Feeding Operations
- Sprague, Fire – Modification and Adoption of Berkeley Fire Code Local Amendments and Incorporation of California Intervening Code Adoption Cycle Amendments Based on 2022 California Fire Code
- Klein, Planning – Re-Adoption of Berkeley Building Codes, Including Local Amendments to the 2022 California Building standards Code including adopting a resolution setting forth findings of local conditions that justify more stringent regulations than those provided by the 2022 California Building Standards
- a. Commission on Aging – Refer to the CM steps to revisit and act on the recommendations of the Berkeley Age-Friendly Action Plan, b. Bustamante, HHCS – Companion Report 1. Refer to Transportation Commission to collaborate with Commission on Aging to assess public transportation options for older adult and disabled community, 2. Refer to the Housing Advisory Commission to collaborate with staff to assess the level of affordable, accessible housing options for older adults, 3. Refer Commission on Aging’s request for increased funding to the Budget and Finance Committees
- a. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Adopt a resolution approving the development of a plan regarding Panoramic Hill Secondary Evacuation egress road, b. Sprague, Fire – Companion Report – Adopt a resolution directing the Fire Department to reach out to other impacted landowners to determine interest in pursuing and coordinate costs sharing to conduct a feasibility study to identify a safe secondary evacuation and access route for Panoramic Hill and share results with Public Safety Committee
- Taplin, co-sponsors Wengraf and Humbert – Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Agenda and Rules Committee – Refer to City Manager to review and implement recommendations by the Open Government Commission to improve public access, transparency, meeting procedures and public comment at City Council and commission meetings
- Taplin, - Budget Referral $300,000 to provide Young Lives Matter Foundation, Inc with funding for 2 years of operating costs for the Berkeley Junior Jackets Football and Cheer youth sports program and to develop longer-term sustainability and growth plans for the organization
- Taplin, co-sponsor Humbert – Budget Referral $200,000 for Rapid Response on Bicycle Blvd 1. Direct CM to incorporate Oakland’s Neighborhood Bike Route implementation Guide for all Bicycle Blvds in Berkeley’s Bicycle Plan, 2. Refer$200,000 for Pilot Implementation of Neighborhood Bikeway standards and Complete Streets and prioritizing implementation on Bicycle Blvds on high injury streets and/or the Equity Priority Area
- Bartlett – Recommendation that mayor and council establish EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) to address increasing safety and fire concerns. Ordinance would require 50% of electricians per job installing and maintaining city-funded EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and infrastructure to be certified by EVITP
- Hahn, co-sponsor Wengraf – Budget Referral $20,000 ($10,000 per year) to co-sponsor the Solano Stroll with Solano Ave Association
- Environment and Climate Commission 2024 Work Plan.
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 7 at 4 pm Community Agency Allocation Process
- May 7 at 5:45 pm (tentative) Adopt the Results of the April 16 Special Election
- May 7 City Manager Comments BINDEX Update
- May 14 at 4:30 pm Annual Report: Police Accoutability Board and Office of the Director of Police Accountability
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative) Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- September 17 - open
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (May special Meeting – 5/23 or 5/28)
- Ballot Measures for November 2024 (June Special meeting 6/6 or 6/13
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
April 14 - April 21, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
The Demonstration on making your windows bird safe is on the Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 15, 2024 – No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – City Council District Election
FREE GENTLE AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN MOVEMENT CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Use link to register and more information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gentle-african-caribbean-movement-classes
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605160261?pwd=OUV2THcvWDI2czRvVmIreGxCUWR6QT09
Teleconference: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 516 0261
AGENDA: 5. A) Berkeley Boxes: New Pilot Utility Box Mural Program and Management of Existing Utility Box Murals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Age-Friendly Berkeley Committee findings, 2. Commission on Aging procedure for submitting agenda items, 3. Plan to Provide City Council with information on Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled, 4. AC Transit’s Transit Supportive Design Guidelines, 5. San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Project, 6. Presentation proposal on Missing Middle Housing. Ongoing Discussion: 1. Alzheimers programs, 2. City Website, 3. Forum for women’s safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Workplan, items for workplan a. Civic Center Subcommittee briefinf, b. Safer pathways map, c. Accessibility of speaker’s lectern, d. Use of motorized scooters and bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittman, South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. A) Turtle Island Monument Update, b) Approval of Utility Box Mural Pilot Program Plan, c) Possible Changes to BMC 23.316 – Percentage for Public Art Projects, d) Quarterly Report on Public Art on Private Development, e) Referral from Council - Storefront Activations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment is on agenda and non-agenda items, items 5 – 8 reports, 9. New Business a0 PAB-ODPA (Board and staff) Triennial Report, b) BPD’s 2023 Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report, ii. AB 481 Community Meeting Requirement for Military Equipment Reporting, c) FY 2025-2026 OPDA Budget request. 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002-057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Presentation on current Berkeley crime trends informing development of crime prevention plan, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Sexual Harassment Training for Employers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, April 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. (6:15 pm) Berkeley High Student Presentation About Their Efforts to Get Reusable Foodware in their Cafeteria, 2. (6:45 pm) WorkPlan, 3. (6:55 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. (7:10) pm Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89523339871
AGENDA: Give input on feasibility study for dredging the South Cove Sailing Basin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-community-meeting
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission’s Action in Support of Creating a Street Trauma Prevention Program, 2. Commission presentation on Vision 2050 (link to document on vision 2050 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2021-11-16%20Item%2008%20Vision%202050.pdf) 3. (8pm) Presentation on BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2127 Dwight Way at Shattuck and Fulton – Final Design Review – demolish two of four existing residential buildings (8 units) and construct 6-story residential building with 58 new units, total 66 units (8-units in remaining two buildings).
2403 San Pablo – Final Design Review –demolish existing 8,251 sq ft 1-story commercial building and construct a 4-story mixed-use development consisting of a 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 39 dwelling (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 24 auto parking spaces, 39 bicycle spaces,
2462 Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 density project - demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct 40,086 sq ft, 8-stary mixed use residential building, 66 units (3 very low-income units), 1312 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, OGC – Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with Open Government Ordinance, Public records Act and Brown Act, Joint FCPC-OGC 9. Communication to City Council regarding FCPC-OGC vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: Not Posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, April 19, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – EARTH DAY 2024
FREE HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
Location: 2150 Allston, The Brower Center
Use link to register
Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby info on rebates part of program
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair-2024/
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – No City meetings found – Check the web for Earth Day Activities
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Bringing Back the Native Garden Tour https://www.youtube.com/c/BringingBacktheNativesGardenTour
Save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours. Sign up for in-person native garden tours at https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/view-gardens
The Demonstration on making your windows bird safe is on the Berkeley Garden Tour at Keith Johnson and Erin Diehm.
- Tuesday, April 16, 2024:
- From 11am – 12 pm the Recreation Department offers free Gentle African-Caribbean Movement Classes.
- At 3:30 pm the Civic Arts Commission Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person (commissioners can join on ZOOM, however, the ZOOM link is withheld from the public.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, April 18, 2024:
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the South Cove Community meeting meets online at 6 pm.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in-person at 6:15 pm. (track what the Transportation Commission is planning for our streets)
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Fair Campaign Practices / Open Government Commission meets in person in the Cypress Room at 2180 Milvia which is fully equipped for hybrid meetings however that technology is not being used.
- Saturday, April 20, 2024: Earth Day is April 22 Activities start April 20
- Free Home Electrification Fair at the Brower Center from 2 – 5 pm.
At the bottom are the directions for getting on or off the email list for the Activist’s Calendar and Activist’s Diary and how to make the most out of ZOOM with closed captioning, zoom transcripts, chat and converting YouTube to a transcript.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – No City meetings found
Monday, April 15, 2024 – No City meetings found
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 – City Council District Election
FREE GENTLE AFRICAN-CARIBBEAN MOVEMENT CLASSES from 11 am – 12 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Use link to register and more information
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-gentle-african-caribbean-movement-classes
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1605160261?pwd=OUV2THcvWDI2czRvVmIreGxCUWR6QT09
Teleconference: 669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 160 516 0261
AGENDA: 5. A) Berkeley Boxes: New Pilot Utility Box Mural Program and Management of Existing Utility Box Murals
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Age-Friendly Berkeley Committee findings, 2. Commission on Aging procedure for submitting agenda items, 3. Plan to Provide City Council with information on Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled, 4. AC Transit’s Transit Supportive Design Guidelines, 5. San Pablo Multimodal Corridor Project, 6. Presentation proposal on Missing Middle Housing. Ongoing Discussion: 1. Alzheimers programs, 2. City Website, 3. Forum for women’s safety.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 10. Workplan, items for workplan a. Civic Center Subcommittee briefinf, b. Safer pathways map, c. Accessibility of speaker’s lectern, d. Use of motorized scooters and bicycles on sidewalks.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Pittman, South Branch Library
AGENDA: 6. A) Turtle Island Monument Update, b) Approval of Utility Box Mural Pilot Program Plan, c) Possible Changes to BMC 23.316 – Percentage for Public Art Projects, d) Quarterly Report on Public Art on Private Development, e) Referral from Council - Storefront Activations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB)at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment is on agenda and non-agenda items, items 5 – 8 reports, 9. New Business a0 PAB-ODPA (Board and staff) Triennial Report, b) BPD’s 2023 Police Equipment and Community Safety Ordinance Annual Report, ii. AB 481 Community Meeting Requirement for Military Equipment Reporting, c) FY 2025-2026 OPDA Budget request. 11. Closed Session Berkeley Police Association v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 2002-057569
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Presentation: Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Presentation on current Berkeley crime trends informing development of crime prevention plan, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Sexual Harassment Training for Employers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, April 18, 2024
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: at1326 Allston, Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. (6:15 pm) Berkeley High Student Presentation About Their Efforts to Get Reusable Foodware in their Cafeteria, 2. (6:45 pm) WorkPlan, 3. (6:55 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 4. (7:10) pm Legislative updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
SOUTH COVE SAILING COMMUNITY MEETING at 6 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89523339871
AGENDA: Give input on feasibility study for dredging the South Cove Sailing Basin.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/south-cove-sailing-basin-community-meeting
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action: 1. Disaster and Fire Safety Commission’s Action in Support of Creating a Street Trauma Prevention Program, 2. Commission presentation on Vision 2050 (link to document on vision 2050 https://berkeleyca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2021-11-16%20Item%2008%20Vision%202050.pdf) 3. (8pm) Presentation on BerkDOT
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 1. 2127 Dwight Way at Shattuck and Fulton – Final Design Review – demolish two of four existing residential buildings (8 units) and construct 6-story residential building with 58 new units, total 66 units (8-units in remaining two buildings).
2403 San Pablo – Final Design Review –demolish existing 8,251 sq ft 1-story commercial building and construct a 4-story mixed-use development consisting of a 603 sq ft retail tenant space and 39 dwelling (condominium) totaling 53,013 sq ft with 24 auto parking spaces, 39 bicycle spaces,
2462 Bancroft – Preliminary Design Review – SB 330 density project - demolish an existing non-residential structure and construct 40,086 sq ft, 8-stary mixed use residential building, 66 units (3 very low-income units), 1312 sq ft commercial space, 28 bicycle parking spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) and OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor Cypress Room
AGENDA: FCPC 6. Report from negotiating subcommittee for Mike Chang for School Board 2022, OGC – Letter from Jim McGrath raising concerns regarding compliance with Open Government Ordinance, Public records Act and Brown Act, Joint FCPC-OGC 9. Communication to City Council regarding FCPC-OGC vacancies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: Not Posted check after Monday
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, April 19, 2024 – No City meetings found
Saturday, April 20, 2024 – EARTH DAY 2024
FREE HOME ELECTRIFICATION FAIR from 2 – 5 pm
Location: 2150 Allston, The Brower Center
Use link to register
Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby info on rebates part of program
https://cclalameda.org/electrification-fair-2024/
Sunday, April 21, 2024 – No City meetings found – Check the web for Earth Day Activities
April 7 - April 14, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Native Garden Tour on Sunday (past events and webinars are available on the YouTube channel) and save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Online NATIVE GARDEN TOUR from 10 am – 2:30 pm
YouTube Channel for live viewing and past events: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Website for Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/online24-15
SAVE the WEEKEND: May 4 and May 5 are the in-person garden tours
Monday, April 8, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Peace and Justice Merger, 9. Fossil Fuels and Possible Action, 10. Discussion and Update on from the Gaza Peace Round Table Subgroup, Update on proposed educational roundtable community conversation, 12. Presentation on Climate Justice and Possible Action, 13. Discussion on BHS Ethnic Studies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Jennifer Shanoski from BUSD discussion Measure Y1, 10. Discussion BHS Recommendation Letter, 11. Action on BHS Restroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
MINDFULNESS THROUGH BEADWORK from 4 – 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free 2-part Meditative Art Workshop, Part 1 Daisy chain beadwork, Part 2 on April 15 is small triangle earrings
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mindfulness-through-beadwork-free-2-part-meditative-art-workshop
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
NIROGA INSTITUTE FREE YOGA CLASSES
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation: Proposed project at 600 Bancroft, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Proposed updates to Berth fee Waiver Resolution, 11. Development Impact Fee for parks improvements, 12. Update on FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Project submittals and commission recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Measure P funding forecast and recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Niroga institute free yoga classes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Thursday, April 11, 2024
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 7. RFP for design and construction of battery-electric vessels, 9. Information draft 2050 Plan which includes Berkeley
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) – Sold Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-emergency-response-team-cert-disaster-medical-operations-part
Friday, April 12, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: AGENDA: 10 – 11 am Demolition Ordinance, followed with updates including cumulative effects of parking changes, 1598 University, 2902 Adeline, 2136 San Pablo, D4 Candidate forum May 2.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
It is spring. Before you go out and make all kinds of gardening mistakes watch the online Native Garden Tour on Sunday (past events and webinars are available on the YouTube channel) and save May 4 and May 5 for in person garden tours.
- Sunday: From 10 m – 2:30 pm is the online Native Garden Tour. YouTube link has prior tours and webinars.
- Monday:
- From 4 – 5:30 pm is the Mindfulness through beadwork fee 2-part meditative art workshop.
- At 6:30 the Youth Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission in person.
- Tuesday: From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free YOGA class at the West Berkeley Wellness Center.
- Wednesday:
- From 4:30 – 5:30 pm is the free YOGA class at the West Berkeley Wellness Center.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Panel of Experts meets in person on Measure P.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday: At 1 pm WETA meets in the hybrid format. The 2050 Plan includes Berkeley.
- Saturday: From 10 am – 12 pm the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets online with the Demolition Ordinance and impacts of parking policy and implementation on the agenda. This meeting is always worthwhile.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, April 7, 2024
Online NATIVE GARDEN TOUR from 10 am – 2:30 pm
YouTube Channel for live viewing and past events: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIN_S5D0pZjeO59HBi2HyA
Website for Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour
https://www.bringingbackthenatives.net/online24-15
SAVE the WEEKEND: May 4 and May 5 are the in-person garden tours
Monday, April 8, 2024
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Update on Peace and Justice Merger, 9. Fossil Fuels and Possible Action, 10. Discussion and Update on from the Gaza Peace Round Table Subgroup, Update on proposed educational roundtable community conversation, 12. Presentation on Climate Justice and Possible Action, 13. Discussion on BHS Ethnic Studies.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon, Youth Services Center/YAP
AGENDA: 9. Jennifer Shanoski from BUSD discussion Measure Y1, 10. Discussion BHS Recommendation Letter, 11. Action on BHS Restroom Letter.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
MINDFULNESS THROUGH BEADWORK from 4 – 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free 2-part Meditative Art Workshop, Part 1 Daisy chain beadwork, Part 2 on April 15 is small triangle earrings
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/mindfulness-through-beadwork-free-2-part-meditative-art-workshop
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
NIROGA INSTITUTE FREE YOGA CLASSES
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT (PRW) at 7 pm
In-Person: 2800 Park St, Frances Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation: Proposed project at 600 Bancroft, 9. Director’s Report, 10. Proposed updates to Berth fee Waiver Resolution, 11. Development Impact Fee for parks improvements, 12. Update on FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Project submittals and commission recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOMELESS PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Measure P funding forecast and recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
FREE YOGA CLASSES from 4:30 5:30 pm
Use Link to Register
LOCATION: 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
Niroga institute free yoga classes
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/free-yoga-classes-14
Thursday, April 11, 2024
WATER EMERGENCY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (WETA) at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89718217408
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 897 1821 7408 Password: 33779
AGENDA: 7. RFP for design and construction of battery-electric vessels, 9. Information draft 2050 Plan which includes Berkeley
https://weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/next-board-meeting
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) – Sold Out
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/community-emergency-response-team-cert-disaster-medical-operations-part
Friday, April 12, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
Saturday, April 13, 2024
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: AGENDA: 10 – 11 am Demolition Ordinance, followed with updates including cumulative effects of parking changes, 1598 University, 2902 Adeline, 2136 San Pablo, D4 Candidate forum May 2.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, April 14, 2024 – no city meetings found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 31 - April 7, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions for activating show full transcript, saving transcripts and chat and converting YouTube videos into a transcript go to the end of this post.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
Monday, April 1, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: Part 2 of FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-art-workshop
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Paramedic (R), VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification and Salary Range-Legislative Aide, VII. Recommendation to Approve New Personnel Rule 11.09 – Reinstatement of Sick Leave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III.A. Proposed Budget FY 2025 – 2026 – All Library Funds, B. Report on Community Survey and Recommended Action.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Public Hearing on Middle Housing General Plan Map Amendment, 11. Discussion San Pablo Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, April 4, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded subrecipient: Bay Area Community Services (BACS) North County Housing Resource Center Access Point, 7. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) - Cancelled
Friday, April 5, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 6, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING at 9:15 am
Location: at80 Bolivar Drive
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting
Sunday, April 7, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council is on recess through May 6 with the next City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2024
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- MONDAY, April 1:
- At 4 pm is Part 2 of the recreation activity “Design a Medicine Bag”.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person
- WEDNESDAY, April 3:
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person and holds a public hearing on the Middle Housing Map.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person on the FY 2025-2026 budget.
- THURSDAY, April 4:
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission (HAC) meets in person on block grants.
- The LPC is cancelled.
- SATURDAY, April 6: At 9:15 am is the Tree Planting at Aquatic Park.
Directions for activating show full transcript, saving transcripts and chat and converting YouTube videos into a transcript go to the end of this post.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
Monday, April 1, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: Part 2 of FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-art-workshop
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Paramedic (R), VI. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification and Salary Range-Legislative Aide, VII. Recommendation to Approve New Personnel Rule 11.09 – Reinstatement of Sick Leave.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1125 University, West Branch Library
AGENDA: III.A. Proposed Budget FY 2025 – 2026 – All Library Funds, B. Report on Community Survey and Recommended Action.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Public Hearing on Middle Housing General Plan Map Amendment, 11. Discussion San Pablo Specific Plan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
Thursday, April 4, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION (HAC) at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Receive Presentation from City of Berkeley Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funded subrecipient: Bay Area Community Services (BACS) North County Housing Resource Center Access Point, 7. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION (LPC) - Cancelled
Friday, April 5, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, April 6, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING at 9:15 am
Location: at80 Bolivar Drive
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting
Sunday, April 7, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
+++++++++++++++++++ Land Use - Work Sessions - Special Meetings +++++++++++++++
LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Demolition Ordinance - Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 24 - March 31, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council will be on spring recess from March 27 to May 6 returning on May 7, 2024. The District 7 councilmember election is April 16. The District 4 councilmember election is May 28.
Recommended goto meetings are bolded: Tuesday - City Council at 6 pm and Wednesday - Environment and Climate Commission.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, March 25, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-2-part-art-workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613042201
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 304 2201
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation Fisher et al v CoB, US District Court, Norther District of CA Case No. 3:23-cv-04280-TSH, 2. Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) arising from paint installation at the intersection of Allston Way and MLK, the ceasefire mural with a figure with a book, a keffiyeh, one potential case, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-eagenda-march-26-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to select single agenda items for detail, pdf for the full documents or use the full agenda “quick peak” listed at the end of the calendar. The demolition ordinance is 23 under Action. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) is listed as 24 a & b under Action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. 1st floor
AGENDA: B) i) East Bay Media Center #0445 - loan modification request to reduce monthly RLF payments of $683.44 to $200, ii) Minuteman Press #0474 – loan modification request to defer $2,865.17 until the sale of the business is complete. The sale would allow the remaining balance of $52,969.25 to be fully paid off.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Urban Forestry Programs, 8. Presentation & Discussion Proposed Utility Tax.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Agenda: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Approve Art Subcommittee recommendation of 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator, b) Demographics for FY 2024 Grants, c) Civic Arts Grants-funded Community Festivals Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: t 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Support the request by the Fire Department to fund a Program Manager II Position, 5. Amendment of City Documents for a Definition of “Public Safety”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, March 28, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Response to Resolution #69,980 – N.S. “To Accererate the City of Berkeley’s transition to Plant-Based Foods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 6. Discuss Proclamation for May is Mental Health Month, 7. Discussion about requesting a new Councilmember to the MHC, 8. Re-appoint Monica Jones to Mental Health Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81337792513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 813 3779 2513
AGENDA: 2136-2154 San Pablo – Use Permit #ZP2021-0046 – SB 330 project - to demolish an existing one-story, non-residential building and construct a 6-story (69 feet, 6 inches), 82824 sq ft mixed-use building with 122 units (including 10 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 3-live/work units, 2490 sq ft of commercial space and ground floor parking garage for 50 spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 29, 2024
SILENT DISCO from 6 – 8 pm
Family friendly event open to all ages
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/silent-disco
Flashlight EGG HUNT from 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Teens in grades 5th – 8th
Location: 2800 Park
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt-0
Saturday, March 30, 2024
SPRING EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA at 9:30 am
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Egg Hunt is scheduled by age groupings from 1 year old to 12 year olds
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/spring-egg-hunt-extravaganza-1
LOW TIDE WALK from 10 am – 12:15 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, $12 per person, program will be cancelled if there is heavy rain
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/low-tide-walk
WATERFRONT SCAVENGER HUNT from 9:30 am – 1:45 pm
All ages welcome. $200 in gift cards will be given to winning teams.
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-scavenger-hunt
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
18. Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
19. Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
Council Items:
20. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
21. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
22. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
AGENDA on ACTION:
23. Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
24. a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission,
24. b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
26. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorumDISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Request by City Manager and
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
City Council will be on spring recess from March 27 to May 6 returning on May 7, 2024. The District 7 councilmember election is April 16. The District 4 councilmember election is May 28.
Recommended goto meetings are bolded: Tuesday - City Council at 6 pm and Wednesday - Environment and Climate Commission.
- Monday: At 4 pm recreation activity “Design a Medicine Bag”
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm City Council conducts a regular meeting in the hybrid format with the Demolition Ordinance (23) and Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (24 a & b) on the agenda under action.
- Wednesday:
- At 4 pm the Loan Administration meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person with the Urban Forestry Program on the agenda.
- At 6 pm the Civic Arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board (PAB) meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Safety Commission meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board (ZAB) meets in the hybrid format with one project on the agenda.
- Friday: The Recreation Department has a Silent Disco from 6 -8 pm and a flashlight egg hunt from 7:30 – 9 pm for 5th – 8th graders.
- Saturday: The Recreation Department has a scavenger hunt with prizes and an egg hunt at 9:30 am in the Marina and a Low Tide walk at 10 am.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city events found
Monday, March 25, 2024
DESIGN a MEDICINE BAG: FREE 2-PART ART WORKSHOP at 4 pm
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street
Use link for details and to register (medicine bag is for herbals and flowers)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/design-medicine-bag-free-2-part-art-workshop
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 4 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613042201
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 304 2201
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation Fisher et al v CoB, US District Court, Norther District of CA Case No. 3:23-cv-04280-TSH, 2. Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) arising from paint installation at the intersection of Allston Way and MLK, the ceasefire mural with a figure with a book, a keffiyeh, one potential case, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators, employee organizations Berkeley Fire Fighters Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-closed-eagenda-march-26-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option to select single agenda items for detail, pdf for the full documents or use the full agenda “quick peak” listed at the end of the calendar. The demolition ordinance is 23 under Action. The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (HWCAC) is listed as 24 a & b under Action.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
LOAN ADMINISTRATION BOARD at 4 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room. 1st floor
AGENDA: B) i) East Bay Media Center #0445 - loan modification request to reduce monthly RLF payments of $683.44 to $200, ii) Minuteman Press #0474 – loan modification request to defer $2,865.17 until the sale of the business is complete. The sale would allow the remaining balance of $52,969.25 to be fully paid off.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/loan-administration-board
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presentation & Discussion Urban Forestry Programs, 8. Presentation & Discussion Proposed Utility Tax.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
Agenda: 6. Presentations, Discussion & Action Items a) Approve Art Subcommittee recommendation of 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator, b) Demographics for FY 2024 Grants, c) Civic Arts Grants-funded Community Festivals Quarterly Report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (PAB) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: t 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: Not posted check after Monday
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISASTER and FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar, Fire Department Training Classroom
AGENDA: 4. Support the request by the Fire Department to fund a Program Manager II Position, 5. Amendment of City Documents for a Definition of “Public Safety”
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
Thursday, March 28, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Response to Resolution #69,980 – N.S. “To Accererate the City of Berkeley’s transition to Plant-Based Foods.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 6. Discuss Proclamation for May is Mental Health Month, 7. Discussion about requesting a new Councilmember to the MHC, 8. Re-appoint Monica Jones to Mental Health Commission.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD (ZAB) at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81337792513
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833 or1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 813 3779 2513
AGENDA: 2136-2154 San Pablo – Use Permit #ZP2021-0046 – SB 330 project - to demolish an existing one-story, non-residential building and construct a 6-story (69 feet, 6 inches), 82824 sq ft mixed-use building with 122 units (including 10 very low-income density bonus qualifying units), 3-live/work units, 2490 sq ft of commercial space and ground floor parking garage for 50 spaces.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 29, 2024
SILENT DISCO from 6 – 8 pm
Family friendly event open to all ages
Location: 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/silent-disco
Flashlight EGG HUNT from 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Teens in grades 5th – 8th
Location: 2800 Park
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/flashlight-egg-hunt-0
Saturday, March 30, 2024
SPRING EGG HUNT EXTRAVAGANZA at 9:30 am
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Egg Hunt is scheduled by age groupings from 1 year old to 12 year olds
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/spring-egg-hunt-extravaganza-1
LOW TIDE WALK from 10 am – 12:15 pm
Location: at 160 University
Use link for details and to register, $12 per person, program will be cancelled if there is heavy rain
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/low-tide-walk
WATERFRONT SCAVENGER HUNT from 9:30 am – 1:45 pm
All ages welcome. $200 in gift cards will be given to winning teams.
Location: Start at Berkeley Marine Center at 11 Spinnaker Way
Use link for details and to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/waterfront-scavenger-hunt
Sunday, March 31, 2024 – no city events found – Easter Sunday
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Murray, Lease Agreement: Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet at 2425a Channing in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage for 5-year term retroactive to 5/1/2023 with option to renew one additional 5 year term.
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim non-congregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn thru 9/30/2024 for $1,925,256 (pdf page 141 - 146)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 31900162 add $1,400,000 total $5,125,735 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025 estimated annual spending going forward $1,000,000 per year
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract No. 32000060 add $210,000 and $720,000 for two-year extension total $1,750,000 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract No. 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Terrance Davis as Director of Public Works effective 4/15/2024 at an annual salary of $260,000, previously director of Public Works for Vallejo, BA in Ethnic Studies and MBA
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract No. 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 total $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
18. Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
19. Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
Council Items:
20. Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
21. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
22. Wengraf, co-sponsors Arreguin, Hahn, Taplin – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
AGENDA on ACTION:
23. Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
24. a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission,
24. b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
25. Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
26. Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorumDISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
Request by City Manager and
- Request by City Manager and Fire Chief to reschedule for May 7 - Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 17 - March 24, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
District 4 candidates: Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, John Haracz, Ruben Hernandez Story, Igor A. Tregub
District 7 candidates: James Chang, Cecilia Lunaparra,
Check the City of Berkeley (CoB) website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – if living in Districts 4 or 7 check for candidate forums and house parties promoting candidates.
Monday, March 18, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612602699
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 260 2699
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Workers’ Compensation ADJ15654682, 2. Pending Litigation a. GTE Mobilnet of CA v. CoB Case No. 4:20-cv-05260-DMR, b. Jay v. COB; Alameda Superior Court Case No. 22CV018197, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck CoB and Youth Musical Theater Company, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./ Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, DEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-march-18-2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614156265
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 415 6265
AGENDA: 5. FY 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option with links to documents by agenda item or pdf to scan/read the agenda and documents as one large packet (284 pages) or scan the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. One action item on cell towers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Berkeley rides for Seniors and the Disabled FY 2024-2025 Program – Mary Triston, 2. Missing Middle Housing and Zoning Measures – Karen Parolek, Discussion/Action 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. Follow-up Age Friendly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Location: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: - NO Agenda posted as of 1 pm 3/16/2024, check before going
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presenter, Simone Robenolt, from Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Possible Presentation from the California Office of Civil Rights (Formerly DFEH) on Brief Overview of California OCR and Sexual Harassment Training Legally Required Under State Law for Employers, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Training, 10. Recommendation on Sex Trafficking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, March 21, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2037 Durant (Hustead’s Auto Body between Shattuck and Milvia) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a one-story, 13,000 sq ft commercial building and construct an 8-story 76,373 sq ft building with 1,552 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 74 dwelling units of multi-family housing. All bedrooms have windows. A SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. 2024 Commission Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Location: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
FCPC / OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month, NO agenda is posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: NO agenda posted, check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 22, 2024
2x2 Committee (City - Hahn, Taplin, BUSD - Vasudeo, Shanoski) at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86759481399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 867 5948 1399
AGENDA: 5. Discussion items, 5.1 Update 2020 Vision/YEP, 5.2 Summer Programming, 5.3 Bright Streets / street Safety Implementation Update + engagement with BUSD principals, 5.4 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6. Action Items: 6.1 Future agenda items
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, March 23, 2024
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12:30 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODgxOTQ%3D
Location: 2100 Browning
AGENDA: 90 minute party in the pool, $20 per person,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
AGENDA on CONSENT:
9. Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-WayINFORMATION REPORTS
10. Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
11. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
12. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
13.Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
District 4 candidates: Soli Alpert, Elana Auerbach, John Haracz, Ruben Hernandez Story, Igor A. Tregub
District 7 candidates: James Chang, Cecilia Lunaparra,
Check the City of Berkeley (CoB) website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday: At 3 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format in closed session.
- Tuesday:
- At 4 pm the Civic Art Commission Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format with a master lease on small cell telecommunication facilities on streetlight poles.
- Wednesday:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in Person.
- No agenda is posted for the Commission on Labor. Check later if cancelled
- Thursday:
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person on one multi-family project.
- No agenda is posted for the Fair Campaign Practices and Open Government Commission which should be meeting at 6:30 pm.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board is scheduled to meet in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted.
- Friday: At 2:30 pm the 2x2 Committee (CoB & BUSD) meets in the hybrid format
- Saturday: At 12:30 pm is an Aqua Zumba Party a CoB recreation event.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – if living in Districts 4 or 7 check for candidate forums and house parties promoting candidates.
Monday, March 18, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Meeting at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1612602699
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 260 2699
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Legal Counsel pending litigation Workers’ Compensation ADJ15654682, 2. Pending Litigation a. GTE Mobilnet of CA v. CoB Case No. 4:20-cv-05260-DMR, b. Jay v. COB; Alameda Superior Court Case No. 22CV018197, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Live Oak Theater, 1301 Shattuck CoB and Youth Musical Theater Company, 4. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Fire Fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F./ Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, DEIU 1021 Community Services and Part-Time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical, Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-march-18-2024
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION Public Art Subcommittee at 4 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614156265
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 415 6265
AGENDA: 5. FY 2024/2025 Cube Space Curator application.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option with links to documents by agenda item or pdf to scan/read the agenda and documents as one large packet (284 pages) or scan the agenda listed at the end of the calendar. One action item on cell towers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentations: 1. Berkeley rides for Seniors and the Disabled FY 2024-2025 Program – Mary Triston, 2. Missing Middle Housing and Zoning Measures – Karen Parolek, Discussion/Action 1. Ohlone Greenway Project, 2. Follow-up Age Friendly report.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on LABOR at 7 pm
Location: 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: - NO Agenda posted as of 1 pm 3/16/2024, check before going
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-labor
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN at 7 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 7. Presenter, Simone Robenolt, from Policy Link on Women’s Economic Uncertainty and Slow Economic Recovery Post-Pandemic, 8. Possible Presentation from the California Office of Civil Rights (Formerly DFEH) on Brief Overview of California OCR and Sexual Harassment Training Legally Required Under State Law for Employers, 9. Proposed Recommendation on City Enforcement of Legally Required Training, 10. Recommendation on Sex Trafficking.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
Thursday, March 21, 2024
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 1. 2037 Durant (Hustead’s Auto Body between Shattuck and Milvia) – Preliminary Design Review – to demolish a one-story, 13,000 sq ft commercial building and construct an 8-story 76,373 sq ft building with 1,552 sq ft of ground floor commercial space and 74 dwelling units of multi-family housing. All bedrooms have windows. A SB 330 state density project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
Location: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Aspen Room
AGENDA: B. 2024 Commission Work Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES COMMISSION (FCPC) / OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION (OGC) at 6:30 pm
Location: 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
FCPC / OGC normally meets the 3rd Thursday of the month, NO agenda is posted, check later
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/fair-campaign-practices-commission
RENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=StV8iv1VnftDeahcLsszUQPN5RdeeE.1
AGENDA: NO agenda posted, check later
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
Friday, March 22, 2024
2x2 Committee (City - Hahn, Taplin, BUSD - Vasudeo, Shanoski) at 2:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2020 Bonor, Room 126
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86759481399
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 867 5948 1399
AGENDA: 5. Discussion items, 5.1 Update 2020 Vision/YEP, 5.2 Summer Programming, 5.3 Bright Streets / street Safety Implementation Update + engagement with BUSD principals, 5.4 Update on parking permits for BHS staff, 6. Action Items: 6.1 Future agenda items
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/2x2-committee
Saturday, March 23, 2024
AQUA ZUMBA PARTY at 12:30 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODgxOTQ%3D
Location: 2100 Browning
AGENDA: 90 minute party in the pool, $20 per person,
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aqua-zumba-party
Sunday, March 24, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- 2nd reading – Acquisition of Real Property at 1900 Fourth Street and authorization to transfer that property to the Sogorea Te Land Trust, thereby returning the land to the Ohlone people.
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000 payroll audit
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,790,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application up to $6,000,000 GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets. If approved requires 30% match and all work to be completed by 6/30/2028
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate revision added.
9. Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-WayINFORMATION REPORTS
10. Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
11. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
12. Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck Appeal Period Expiration 3/19/2024
13.Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Withdrawn by Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA - Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618014669
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 801 4669
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Murray, Lease Agreement: Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet at 2425a Channing in the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage for 5 year term retroactive to 5/1/2023 with option to renew one additional 5 year term.
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim non-congregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn thru 9/30/2024 for $1,925,256 (pdf page 141 - 146)
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 31900162 add $1,400,000 total $5,125,735 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025 estimated annual spending going forward $1,000,000 per year
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000060 add $210,000 and $720,000 for two year extension total $1,750,000 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Appointment of Terrance Davis as Director of Public Works effective 4/15/2024 at an annual salary of $260,000, previously director of Public Works for Vallejo, BA in Ethnic Studies and MBA
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – MOU Berkeley Chief Fire Officers Association
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 total $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
- Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
- Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
- Wengraf – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
- Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
- On ACTION: Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC 23.326 Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls
- On Action: a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission, b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission by amending rules regarding the Commission’s composition, number of members, filling of vacancies, election of low-income representatives, enumerated functions, and other changes. (documents in pdf pages 375 – 697, 24b. Reform the HWCAC starts on pdf page 553 with another complete attachment of same state documents, tables, communications for 24a)
- INFORMATION REPORTS: Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
- INFORMATION REPORTS: Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorum
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Request by City Manager and Fire Chief to reschedule for May 7 - Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Update on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
March 10 - March 17, 2024
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
This calendar is lengthy as it includes 3 City Council agendas: (1) the draft agenda for the March 26 City Council Meeting, (2) the Agenda for the March 12 City Council meeting, and (3) the Agenda for the March 19 City Council meeting.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS begins, spring forward
Monday, March 11, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE KICK-OFF EVENT from 10 am – 12:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
Use Link for event details and to Register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fatherhood-initiative-kick-event
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Action plan for a letter of recommendation using the survey, 10. Discussion Review Letter of Support for Measure Y1, of allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 11. Action on Letter of support for Measure Y1 allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 12. 2024 Elections for Sergeant at Arms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/26/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Harrison author, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and unfinished business for scheduling – none. (agenda packet 384 pages, on pages 8 – 11 is the Agenda Committee response to the Open Government Commission’s recommendations on Public Comment, on pages 115 – 123 is a summary of Local City Rules of Order to prevent disruptions at their Council Meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: One item 1. 2023 Berkeley Police Annual Report, use link to read 47 page report
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-march-12-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet or view agenda at the bottom of this email.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 5. Report from the Secretary, City Council approved Zoning Amendments for Small Businesses, Economic Dashboard, 6. Financial Update, 7. Solano Avenue Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Daylighting State Parking Regulations and effects on the community by Hamid Mostowfi, Public Works, 9. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled by Mary Triston Aging Services, 10. Log of complaints, email and voicemail to commission, 12. Meeting Calendar, 13. Email from Ken Jung on Ohlone Greenway, 14. Curb Management from Environment and Climate Commission, 16. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE CCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Training: Assessing and Monitoring the Performance and Compliance of Police Departments (1 hour) a. Presentation on the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), b. Presentation on the NYU School of Law’s Policing Project’s Sound, Accountable, Just and Effective (SAJR) Policing Assessment for Police Departments, 6. OPDA Staff Report, 7. PAB Reports, 8. BPD Chief Report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Business, recap of Strategic Planning Session Recap, b. Follow-up of BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report on Parks, Waterfront, Capital, Budget, 10. Presentation on Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 11. Discussion/Action on new developments adjacent (2136 San Pablo) to public parks/open space, 12. Proposed updates to Berth Fee Waiver Resolution, 13. FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Projects submittals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee, 7. Update and Possible Action on Annual Action Plan for Federal Program Year 2024 (FY 2025), 8. Update and possible Action on CDBG (Block Grants) Subcommittee Funding Recommendations, 9. Update and possible action on Subcommittee appointments to Housing Trust Fund, Public Facilities Improvements, Arts and Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 6. Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency Funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, March 14, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88978857194
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 889 7885 7194
AGENDA: All projects listed as on consent
2. 1328 Sixth Street – UP #ZP2023-0137 modify UP#A2333/MOD and UP#A9990 - add 315 sq ft to outdoor dining with alcoholic beverage service at an existing full service restaurant
3. 2945 College - UP #ZP2023-0152 – establish a wine bar with on-site wine service, retail sales of wine and books and incidental food service
4. 2833 Seventh Street – UP #ZP2023-0123 – convert a 1, 024 sq ft 2-story commercial unit to a residential dwelling unit, for a total of 5 dwelling units on a mixed-use lot
Action: DRC Subcommittee Report elections
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 15, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
LIVE OAKS LAUGHS COMEDY SHOW from 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Doors open at 7:30 pm Show Starts at 8 pm
Pre-registration highly recommended, cost $20/person
Comedians: Terry Dorsey, Jeff Applebaum, Rudy Ortiz
Parents Night Out: Drop-off 6:30 – 9 pm, pick-up by 10 pm for children ages 5 – 13, $20/child pre-registration required
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-comedy-show
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE
VIRTUAL SUMMIT SERIES from 9 am – 12 pm
RSVP for ZOOM link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-prison-industrial-complex-registration-656311644797
AGENDA: Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex, Online event is free, donations appreciated
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: at 160 University, Shoreline Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-4
TSUNAMI READINESS WORKSHOP from 11 am – 12 pm
Location: at 200 Marina Blvd, Double Tree Hotel, California Room
AGENDA: Preparation for and mitigation of Tsunami risk, Preview of tsunami section of draft 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tsunami-readiness-workshop
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
++++++++++++++++++++++++ COUNCIL AGENDAS ++++++++++++++++++
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
URGENT ITEM NOT AGGENDIZED
Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $150,000 for traffic control measures surrounding Cragmont Elementary School
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
INFORMATION ITEMS:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
City Council Spring Recess is scheduled from March 27 through May 6, 2024. The two special elections are April 16 to fill the vacant District 7 Council seat and May 28 to fill the vacant District 4 Council seat.
This calendar is lengthy as it includes 3 City Council agendas: (1) the draft agenda for the March 26 City Council Meeting, (2) the Agenda for the March 12 City Council meeting, and (3) the Agenda for the March 19 City Council meeting.
- Sunday, March 10, 2024: Daylight Savings Begins – Spring forward
- Monday, March 11, 2024:
- From 10 am – 12:30 pm Fatherhood Initiative Kick-off event.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person
- Tuesday, March 12, 2024:
- At 11 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 4 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format and receives the Berkeley Police Department annual crime report.
- At 6 pm the City Council meets in the hybrid format for the regular meeting. All agenda items on consent.
- Wednesday, March 13, 2024:
- At 5 pm the Commission on Disability meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Police Accountability Board meets in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Housing Advisory Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, March 14, 2024: At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday, March 15, 2024:
- From 9 am – 12 pm the CEMTF presents an online webinar on Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex.
- At 7:30 pm is the Live Oaks Comedy Show. Parents Night Out accompanies the show for children ages 5 – 13,
- Saturday, March 16, 2024:
- From 9 – 11 am is the Shoreline Cleanup.
- From 11 am – 12 pm is a Tsunami Readiness Workshop
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – DAYLIGHT SAVINGS begins, spring forward
Monday, March 11, 2024
FATHERHOOD INITIATIVE KICK-OFF EVENT from 10 am – 12:30 pm
In-Person: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Wellness Center
Use Link for event details and to Register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/fatherhood-initiative-kick-event
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Action plan for a letter of recommendation using the survey, 10. Discussion Review Letter of Support for Measure Y1, of allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 11. Action on Letter of support for Measure Y1 allowing 16-year olds to vote for BUSD School board elections, 12. 2024 Elections for Sergeant at Arms.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/26/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 10. Harrison author, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and unfinished business for scheduling – none. (agenda packet 384 pages, on pages 8 – 11 is the Agenda Committee response to the Open Government Commission’s recommendations on Public Comment, on pages 115 – 123 is a summary of Local City Rules of Order to prevent disruptions at their Council Meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL Worksession at 4 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: One item 1. 2023 Berkeley Police Annual Report, use link to read 47 page report
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-march-12-2024
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet or view agenda at the bottom of this email.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
SOLANO AVENUE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 11 am
In-Person: 1849 Solano, Solano Oriental Rug Gallery
AGENDA: 5. Report from the Secretary, City Council approved Zoning Amendments for Small Businesses, Economic Dashboard, 6. Financial Update, 7. Solano Avenue Association.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Presentation Daylighting State Parking Regulations and effects on the community by Hamid Mostowfi, Public Works, 9. Presentation Berkeley Rides for Seniors and Disabled by Mary Triston Aging Services, 10. Log of complaints, email and voicemail to commission, 12. Meeting Calendar, 13. Email from Ken Jung on Ohlone Greenway, 14. Curb Management from Environment and Climate Commission, 16. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
POLICE CCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. Training: Assessing and Monitoring the Performance and Compliance of Police Departments (1 hour) a. Presentation on the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), b. Presentation on the NYU School of Law’s Policing Project’s Sound, Accountable, Just and Effective (SAJR) Policing Assessment for Police Departments, 6. OPDA Staff Report, 7. PAB Reports, 8. BPD Chief Report, 9. Subcommittee, 10. New Business, recap of Strategic Planning Session Recap, b. Follow-up of BPD MOU with other agencies, 11. Public Comment, Closed session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
PARKS, RECREATION, and WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Francis Albrier Community Center
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report on Parks, Waterfront, Capital, Budget, 10. Presentation on Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 11. Discussion/Action on new developments adjacent (2136 San Pablo) to public parks/open space, 12. Proposed updates to Berth Fee Waiver Resolution, 13. FY 2025-2026 PRW Capital Projects submittals.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Update on the Arts and Housing Subcommittee, 7. Update and Possible Action on Annual Action Plan for Federal Program Year 2024 (FY 2025), 8. Update and possible Action on CDBG (Block Grants) Subcommittee Funding Recommendations, 9. Update and possible action on Subcommittee appointments to Housing Trust Fund, Public Facilities Improvements, Arts and Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 6. Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency Funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, March 14, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENTS BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88978857194
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 889 7885 7194
AGENDA: All projects listed as on consent
2. 1328 Sixth Street – UP #ZP2023-0137 modify UP#A2333/MOD and UP#A9990 - add 315 sq ft to outdoor dining with alcoholic beverage service at an existing full service restaurant
3. 2945 College - UP #ZP2023-0152 – establish a wine bar with on-site wine service, retail sales of wine and books and incidental food service
4. 2833 Seventh Street – UP #ZP2023-0123 – convert a 1, 024 sq ft 2-story commercial unit to a residential dwelling unit, for a total of 5 dwelling units on a mixed-use lot
Action: DRC Subcommittee Report elections
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
Friday, March 15, 2024 – Reduced Service Day
LIVE OAKS LAUGHS COMEDY SHOW from 7:30 – 9:30 pm
Location: 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center
Doors open at 7:30 pm Show Starts at 8 pm
Pre-registration highly recommended, cost $20/person
Comedians: Terry Dorsey, Jeff Applebaum, Rudy Ortiz
Parents Night Out: Drop-off 6:30 – 9 pm, pick-up by 10 pm for children ages 5 – 13, $20/child pre-registration required
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/live-oak-laughs-comedy-show
CLIMATE EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION TASK FORCE
VIRTUAL SUMMIT SERIES from 9 am – 12 pm
RSVP for ZOOM link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climate-the-prison-industrial-complex-registration-656311644797
AGENDA: Climate & the Prison Industrial Complex, Online event is free, donations appreciated
https://www.cemtf.org/site/events
Saturday, March 16, 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 – 11 am
Location: at 160 University, Shoreline Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-4
TSUNAMI READINESS WORKSHOP from 11 am – 12 pm
Location: at 200 Marina Blvd, Double Tree Hotel, California Room
AGENDA: Preparation for and mitigation of Tsunami risk, Preview of tsunami section of draft 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/tsunami-readiness-workshop
Sunday, March 17, 2024 – no City meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
DRAFT AGENDA for March 26, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 1st Floor – Cypress Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1609957015
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 995 7015
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
URGENT ITEM NOT AGGENDIZED
Wengraf & Hahn, co-sponsors Taplin, Arreguin – Budget referral $150,000 for traffic control measures surrounding Cragmont Elementary School
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Numainville, City Clerk – Minutes for approval
- Radu, CM office – Amend Contract 32200202 add up to $975,756 total $4,872,158 with Shree Jalasai Lodging, LP for 1461 University for purpose of extending the interim noncongregate shelter program on a month to month basis for no longer than 6 months
- Radu, CM office –Contract Housing Consortium of the East Bay (HCEB) to operate shelter at the Rodeway Inn
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 31900162 with Pride Industries for Janitorial Services through 6/30/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32000060 with Toshiba for Multi-function Devices thru 9/15/2025
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Amend Contract 32400009 add $50,000 with Stella Courier for Satellite Mall Services/Mail Room coverage
- Sprague, Fire – Contract $275,000 over 2-year period with Marina Landscape for Wildfire Safe Model Garden Construction at Firehouse #4
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 32400033 add $50,000 total $200,000 and extend 1/15/2025 with Strategic Economics for Affordable Housing Requirements Economic Feasibility Analysis
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract 31900225 add $15,300 total $2,873,947 with Lifelong Medical Care to fund No Place Like Home (NPLH) supportive services at Maudelle Miller Shirek
- Ernst, HHCS – Amend Contract add $50,000 total $100,000 with The Labor Compliance Managers for Labor Standards Enforcement Services.
- Bustamante, HHCS – Contract $30,000 with Dr. Gail Newel for Health Officer services when the City Health Officer is out of the office (backup) from 5/1/2024 – 5/1/2025
- Ferris, Parks – Amend Contract 32400015 add $303,000 total $350,000 with California Consulting for on-call grant writing services
- Murray, Public Works – FY 2025 Street Lighting Assessments initiating proceedings
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extensions for equipment, parts and services through 1/30/2025: 1. PO with Golden State Emergency for Fire vehicles repairs add $500,000 total $800,437.50, 2. PO with Pape Machinery add $375,000 total $666,697.50, 3. PO with City Auto Supply add $250 total $432,447.50, 4. PO Fleetwash, Inc. add $200,000 toal $372,615, 5. PO with Coast Counties Truck & Equipment C, add $225,000 total $351,730, 6. PO with Arata Equipment Co add $210,000 total $320,180, 7. PO with TEC of California add $200,000 total $305,000, 8. PO with Future ford of Concord add $205,000 total $300,000, 9. PO with Acme Rigging & Supply Company, In. add $200,000 total $285,995, 10. PO with Western Truck $260,000, 11. PO with Southern Counties Lubricants LLC add $175,000 total $238,500, 12. PO with McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co add $150,000 total $200,000, 13. PO with California Covers add $60,000 total $110,881.01, 14. PO with berry Brothers add $15,000 total $50,000
- Disaster and Fire Safety Commission – Use Measure FF to Support Understory Mitigation for one-time eucalyptus understory cleanups on select participating private properties
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Confirm Cheryl Atkinson District 1 as an elected representative of the poor
- Community Health Commission – Response to Council referral Long Term Care Facility Oversight (1) refer to CM and budget process the establishment of an enhanced Ombudsperson program for oversight of SNF and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly and (2) early implementation of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposal for minimum staffing levels ahead of the 3-year period proposed by CMS
- Hahn, co-sponsors Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget referral $200,000 for study and implementation of traffic control measures on upper Marin to address urgent safety needs for pedestrians
- Wengraf – Proclamation for Holocaust Remembrance Day,
- Wengraf – Relinquishment of Council Office Budget Funds for 2024 Virtual Holocaust Remembrance Day Program not to exceed $500 per member
- Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments
- a. Ernst, HHCS - Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and the establishment of the Human Welfare, Peace and Justice Commission, b. Ernst, HHCS - Reform the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (NO DESCRIPTION IS INCLUDED IN THE PACKET)
- Friedrichsen, Budget Manager - FY 2024 Mid-Year Budget Update
- Homeless Services Panel of Experts – Two consecutive meetings canceled for lack of quorum
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Zoning Amendments
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations total $3,676,000, Civic Center Park Upper Plaza Improvements $1,676,000, Gun Violence Intervention and Prevention $2,000,000
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project. 1. Grant Application for award amount of up to $50 million, 2. Authorize CM to accept grant if awarded up to $5.8 million for transportation improvements
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds $1,250,000
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026 TOTAL CONTRACT $9,202,243
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application $50,000: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Taplin , co-sponsor Hahn– Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028 – moved to consent – (city attorney office wants additional time to review send to author to modify review for attorney)
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options) – moved to consent Library Director supports item
- Wengraf, co-sponsor Hahn – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
INFORMATION ITEMS:
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
- Sent to FITES then to Budget - Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – though it is listed in the document to council. The referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Scheduled for May 7 to be reviewed by the City Attorney in the interim at the request of the City Attorney - Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Humbert - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure. – issues raised by Hahn to city attorney number of people who can live in an apartment, what does the right imply, suggested to go to policy committee health life and have city attorney to full evaluation,
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1618484137
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 848 4137
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CEREMONIAL CALENDAR:
AC Transit Presentation
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000 payroll audit
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,790,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application up to $6,000,000 GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets. If approved requires 30% match and all work to be completed by 6/30/2028
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate revision added.
- Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-Way
- Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck
- Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded (packet272 pages)
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS REMOVED from DRAFT AGENDA:
- Withdrawn by Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- REMOVED BY CITY MANAGER – COMING BACK ON MARCH 26 AGENDA - Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) 6/4/2024
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Update on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- October 22 Draft Waterfront Specific Plan
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
March 3 - March 10, 2024
Worth Noting:
The March 12, City Council meeting agenda with notes from Agenda Committee review follows the calendar of meetings and is available for comment.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am – 12 pm and 1 – 3 pm (lunch break from 12 – 1 pm) is the free preteen vaccine clinic for uninsured children up to 18.
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 4, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign 10. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 8. Update on possible merger, 9. Update from Gaza Roundtable Subgroup, 10. Update November Roundtable on Fukushima Waste Water, 11. Ethnic Studies at Berkeley High School, 12. Presentation on Opposition to Funding of Fossil Fuels.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Camp Maintenance Mechanic, VI. Recommendation to Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members, VII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment of Principal Program Manager Shanalee Gallagher.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Email [email protected] for zoom link
AGENDA: Sierra’s Club Bay Alive Campaign, the nature based adaptation to sea level rise to protect and preserve living shorelines.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Ballot due by 8 pm
Ballot Due by 8 pm - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar – FY 2024 Purchase authorization, III. A. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-income Commissioners, 3. RFP, 4. CA State Letter to BCAA RE: 45-day notice of Anticipated High-Risk Designation Based on the City of Berkeley Failure to Maintain Required CSBG Tripartite Board Structure and Failure to Administer Programs through Tripartite Board; Required response and corrective action due by March 18, 2024, 5. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 6. Possible merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 7. Discussion Fire Marshall’s Report and implications, 8. Discussion on Public reverse Mortgage, 9. Difficulties of local residents attaining benefits from approved providers, 10. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
SOLANO-PERALTA PARK RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1559 Solano
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/solano-peralta-park-ribbon-cutting-ceremony
GROVE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING from 3 - 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/grove-park-playground-ribbon-cutting
PLANNING COMMISSION - canceled
Thursday, March 7, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607929123
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 792 9123
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2955 Claremont – Advisory Referral for the John Muir School
7. 2613 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
8. 2733 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, March 8, 2024 – reduced service day
Saturday, March 9, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING: CELEBRATE CALIFORNIA ARBOR WEEK
Check-in at 9:15 am from 9:30 am – 12 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar, use link to register
AGENDA: 9:15 am check-in, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am planting begins, 11:30 am lunch.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting-celebrate-california-arbor-week
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
INFORMATION ITEMS:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
Worth Noting:
The March 12, City Council meeting agenda with notes from Agenda Committee review follows the calendar of meetings and is available for comment.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am – 12 pm and 1 – 3 pm (lunch break from 12 – 1 pm) is the free preteen vaccine clinic for uninsured children up to 18.
- Monday:
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to finalize the March 19 draft agenda. Discuss Legislative Systems Redesign and public comment at City Council meetings.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person,
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- From 6 – 7 pm Speaking Up for Point Molate sponsors a presentation on the Sierra Club Alive Campaign.
- Tuesday – Primary election, turn in your ballots before 8 pm. If having problems https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
- Wednesday –
- At 10:30 am is the Solano-Peralta Park Ribbon Cutting.
- At 3 pm is the Grove Park Playground Ribbon Cutting.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 3 pm the City Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 6:30 pm the Landmarks Preservation Commission meets in person.
- Saturday:
- At 9:15 pm check in opens for the tree planting at Aquatic Park.
- At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council meets by videoconference on ZOOM
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Monday, March 4, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/19/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign 10. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Discussion/Action Items: 8. Update on possible merger, 9. Update from Gaza Roundtable Subgroup, 10. Update November Roundtable on Fukushima Waste Water, 11. Ethnic Studies at Berkeley High School, 12. Presentation on Opposition to Funding of Fossil Fuels.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Community Center, Fireside Room
AGENDA: V. Recommendation to Revise Job Class Specification – Camp Maintenance Mechanic, VI. Recommendation to Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members, VII. Recommendation to Extend Temporary Appointment of Principal Program Manager Shanalee Gallagher.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
SPEAKING UP for POINT MOLATE from 6 – 7 pm
Email [email protected] for zoom link
AGENDA: Sierra’s Club Bay Alive Campaign, the nature based adaptation to sea level rise to protect and preserve living shorelines.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Ballot due by 8 pm
Ballot Due by 8 pm - https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/news/march-5-election-vote-mail-drop-box-or-vote-centers
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES (BOLT) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1125 University
AGENDA: II. Consent Calendar – FY 2024 Purchase authorization, III. A. Report on recruitment to fill BOLT vacancy
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, Cypress Room
AGENDA: 2. Election of Low-income Commissioners, 3. RFP, 4. CA State Letter to BCAA RE: 45-day notice of Anticipated High-Risk Designation Based on the City of Berkeley Failure to Maintain Required CSBG Tripartite Board Structure and Failure to Administer Programs through Tripartite Board; Required response and corrective action due by March 18, 2024, 5. Review City of Berkeley funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute program and financial reports, 6. Possible merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 7. Discussion Fire Marshall’s Report and implications, 8. Discussion on Public reverse Mortgage, 9. Difficulties of local residents attaining benefits from approved providers, 10. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
SOLANO-PERALTA PARK RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY from 10:30 – 11:30 am
Location: at 1559 Solano
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/solano-peralta-park-ribbon-cutting-ceremony
GROVE PARK PLAYGROUND RIBBON CUTTING from 3 - 4 pm
Location: at 1730 Oregon
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/grove-park-playground-ribbon-cutting
PLANNING COMMISSION - canceled
Thursday, March 7, 2024
PRETEEN VACCINE WEEK from 9 am – 3 pm (closed for lunch from 12 – 1 pm)
Location: at 1900 Sixth Street, West Berkeley Family Wellness Center
AGENDA: Free vaccines for children up to 18 years without insurance or whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines. (All insured children are not eligible to receive vaccines at the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center – call 510-981-5350 if you need help to determine eligibility)
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/preteen-vaccine-week-1
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1607929123
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 792 9123
AGENDA: 1. Pending Litigation a. Ruegg & Ellsworth v. City of Berkeley Alameda County Superior Court No. RG18930003, 2. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
LANDMARKS PRESERVATION COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. 2955 Claremont – Advisory Referral for the John Muir School
7. 2613 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
8. 2733 San Pablo – Demolition Referral
9. Certified Local Government (CLG) Annual Report for the State Office of Historic Preservation
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/landmarks-preservation-commission
Friday, March 8, 2024 – reduced service day
Saturday, March 9, 2024
AQUATIC PARK TREE PLANTING: CELEBRATE CALIFORNIA ARBOR WEEK
Check-in at 9:15 am from 9:30 am – 12 pm
Location: at 80 Bolivar, use link to register
AGENDA: 9:15 am check-in, 9:30 am welcome, 10 am planting begins, 11:30 am lunch.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/aquatic-park-tree-planting-celebrate-california-arbor-week
BERKELEY NEIGHBORHOODS COUNCIL at 10 am
Videoconference:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4223188307?pwd=dFlNMVlVZ2d6b0FnSHh3ZlFwV2NMdz09
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 422 318 8307 Passcode: 521161
AGENDA: Check later in the week for the agenda
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Sunday, March 10, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 19, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1604436779
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 160 443 6779
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations $120,000
- Louis, Police – Amend Contract No. 32200150 add $45,000 total $150,000 with Range Maintenance Services LLC for Indoor range cleaning services and extend from 1/8/2024 to 12/1/2028
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No. 108090-1 add $3,865,300 total $12,79-,172 with IPS Group, Inc. for Parking Management System, Parking Meter Maintenance and Conversion to Pay-by-Plate Pay Stations, and extend from 6/30/2024 – 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works - Amend Contract No.115731-1 add $919,815 total $2,915,355 with SKIDATA, Inc (formerly Sentry Control Systems) for extending parking access and revenue control maintenance services and warranties for equipment nearing the end of its useful life in the City’s three parking garages (Oxford, Center and Telegraph Channing) and extend by 2 years to 6/30/2026
- Murray, Public Works – Grant Application GRO-23-606 to California Energy Commission (CEC) for Charging Infrastructure for Government Fleets
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order Extension Authorizations for Critical Vendors of Equipment Parts and Services for Multiple Departments total $4,135,803.51, 1. Golden State Emergency Vehicle for Fire vehicle repairs $800.437.50, 2. Pape Machinery, Inc. for heavy equipment parts and repairs $666,667.50. 3. City Auto Supply for vehicle parts $432,447.50, 4. Fleetwash, Inc for vehicle washing $372,615, 5. Coast Counties Truck & Equipment, Co. for heavy equipment parts $351,730, 6. Arata Equipment Company for Zero Waste vehicle parts $305,000, 7. TEC of California, Inc, for vehicle parts and accessories $305,000, 8. Future Ford of Concord for auto/truck parts and service $300,000,9. Acme Rigging & Supply Company, Inc. for wheel loader and heavy equipment $285,995, 10. Western Truck Center $260,000, 11. McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Co. for Zero Waste Truck parts $200,000, 12. California Covers for upholstery services $110,881.01, 13. Berry Brothers for towing services $50,000
- Murray, Public Works – Purchase Order $665,000 with Owen Equipment Safes for one combination storm sewer cleaner, Contract #101221-VTR
- Arreguin – Appoint Councilmember Wengraf to represent City of Berkeley to East Bbay Hills Wildfire Prevention Coordinating Group, Councilmember Humbert as the Alternate
- Murray, Public Works – Adoption of a Master License Agreement Template for the Non-Exclusive Installation of Small Cell Telecommunications Facilities on City Owned and Maintained Streetlight Poles in the Public Right-of-Way
- Arreguin – Sole Source Contract Waiver for Creation of Equitable Black Berkeley Surviving Entity, Adopt resolution that supports efforts to implement the Equitable Black Berkeley Initiative by: 1. Approving sole source procurement on the basis of BDO US, P.C. being the only viable vendor, 2. Approving the contract with BDO US, P.C. $600,000, 3. Accepting grant funding up to $660,000 to cover the cost plus 10% administrative fee paid to the City of Berkeley for administering the contract
- Radu, CM Office - Audit Status Report Response: Code Enforcements Resources Significantly Restrained and Improvements needed in Case Management and Oversight
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2144 Shattuck
- Klein, Planning - LPO NOD: 2274 Shattuck
- Murray, Public Works – Audit Status Reports: Fleet Replacement Fund Short Millions & Rocky Road: Berkeley Street At Risk and Significantly Underfunded
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1602817302
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 281 7302
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Klein, Planning – 2nd reading Zoning Amendments
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations total $3,676,000, Civic Center Park Upper Plaza Improvements $1,676,000, Gun Violence Intervention and Prevention $2,000,000
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project. 1. Grant Application for award amount of up to $50 million, 2. Authorize CM to accept grant if awarded up to $5.8 million for transportation improvements
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani, co-sponsor Wengraf, Taplin, Humbert – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Taplin , co-sponsor Hahn– Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the Vision 2050 Complete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028 – moved to consent – (city attorney office wants additional time to review send to author to modify review for attorney)
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options) – moved to consent Library Director supports item
- Wengraf , co-sponsor Hahn – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
INFORMATION ITEMS:
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
- Sent to FITES then to Budget - Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – though it is listed in the document to council. The referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Scheduled for May 7 to be reviewed by the City Attorney in the interim at the request of the City Attorney - Taplin, co-sponsor Wengraf, Humbert - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure. – issues raised by Hahn to city attorney number of people who can live in an apartment, what does the right imply, suggested to go to policy committee health life and have city attorney to full evaluation,
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- March 19 (ceremonial tentative) AC Transit: Ipdate on the Durant Quick Build Project
- May 21 at 4 pm (tentative)Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
UNSCHEDULED WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
PREVIOUSLY LISTED WORKSESSIONS and SPECIAL MEETINGS REMOVED FROM LIST
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 25 - March 3, 2024
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, February 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Disolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: 1 item: Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update. If you can’t attend check out the presentation document.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611841954
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 184 1954
AGENDA: 1 item: Calling for Special Municipal Election for May 21, 2024 to fill the City Council District 4 Vacancy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: b. Public Art Budget, e. Affordable Housing for artists Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: FY 2024 – 2025 Budget Proposal (Staff) 6. Street Trauma Prevention, 7. Berkeley Traffic Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 29, 2024
CELEBRATION of BLACK HISTORY at 6 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY5MjE%3D
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebration-black-history
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2924 Russell (install unenclosed hot tub) 2/27/2024
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
- Monday, February 26, 2024: At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format to plan the agenda for the March 12 city council meeting.
- Tuesday, February 27, 2024: At 4:30 city council meets in the hybrid format to receive the Economic Dashboards Update followed by the regular council meeting at 6 pm.
- Wednesday, February 28, 2024:
- At 10 am the council meets in the hybrid format to establish the date for the District 4 Council election.
- At 6 pm the Civic arts Commission meets in person.
- At 6 pm the Environment and Climate Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format. No agenda is posted.
- At 7 pm the Disaster and Fire Commission meets in person.
- Thursday, February 29, 2024:
- At 6 pm the Berkeley Parks Department sponsors a Celebration of Black History at the Frances Albrier Center.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Monday, February 26, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 3/12/2024 -- draft agenda – use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar, REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. a. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum, Procedural Rules and Remote Public Comments, b. Open Government Commission Referral to City Council on Public Comment, 9. Harrison – Amends BMC 3.78 to Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of the The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign. UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Online Engagement Portal COUNCIL REFERRALS and UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Disolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission (15 members) and the Peace and Justice Commission (15 members) and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Agency Commission (9 members), (packet 458 pages)
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 4:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: 1 item: Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update. If you can’t attend check out the presentation document.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
AGENDA: Use HTML to view a singular agenda item or two, use PDF to view the entire agenda packet.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting at 10 am
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: a at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1611841954
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 184 1954
AGENDA: 1 item: Calling for Special Municipal Election for May 21, 2024 to fill the City Council District 4 Vacancy.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-february-28-2024
CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Russell, Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
AGENDA: b. Public Art Budget, e. Affordable Housing for artists Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
DISASTER AND FIRE SAFETY COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 997 Cedar
AGENDA: FY 2024 – 2025 Budget Proposal (Staff) 6. Street Trauma Prevention, 7. Berkeley Traffic Planning.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/disaster-and-fire-safety-commission
ENVIRONMENT and CLIMATE at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/environment-and-climate-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD at 6:30
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: NOT POSTED
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
Thursday, February 29, 2024
CELEBRATION of BLACK HISTORY at 6 pm
Register: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY5MjE%3D
In-Person: at 2800 Park, Frances Albrier Community Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/celebration-black-history
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy Room
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
Saturday, March 2, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
Sunday, March 3, 2024 - no city meetings or events found
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
DRAFT AGENDA for March 12, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1610853132
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 085 3132
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
- Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations
- Davidson, HHCS – Grant Application Affordable and Sustainable Communities Infrastructure in connection with the proposed North Berkeley BART (NBB) BRIDGE Phase 1 Project.
- Davidson, HHCS – Application for Prohousing Incentive Program Funds
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract #8392 with Innovative Clam Solutions authorizing third-party administration of Worker’s Compensation claims through 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Amend Contract No. 32400083 with WBCP, Inc Recruitment Agency total $350,000 (does not include original contract amount or dates) 10/2/2023 – 6/30/2026
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Salary Adjustments: Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor adjust three steps $62.8856 per hour to $66.6047 per hour effective 3/12/2024
- Kouyoumdjian, HR – Align Training and Certification Differentials for Deputy Police Chief and Police Chief with Differentials for Berkeley Police Association Members
- Ferris, Parks - Grant Application: Firehouse Subs Foundation for Polaris all-terrain vehicle (ATV) for Berkeley Echo Lake Camp
- Murray, Public Works – Lease Agreement: 5 year lease retroactively on May 1, 2023 Dorothy Day House d.b.a. Dorothy’s Closet to use and occupy 2425 a Channing inside the Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
- Environment and Climate Commission – Develop Curb Management Plan (the Environment and Climate Commission passed a referral to the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission to develop a street parking plan that would include handicapped parking and did NOT include in the motion to include the Commission on Disability in evaluating handicapped parking needs – the referral from one commission to another needs to be approved by council)
- Human Welfare and Community Action Commission – Filling Vacancies Among the Elected Representative of the Poor confirming Catherine Huchting (District 3) and Maria Sol (District 1)
- Kesarwani – Budget Referral FY 2024 – 2025 $160,000 to renovate existing bathroom at James Kenney Community Center to be ADA compliant and permanently accessible to the general public
- Wengraf – Opposition to AT&T Applications: Relief of “Carrier of Last Resort” letter to CPUC expressing opposition to AT&T proposal to discontinue being the default landline phone provider and to reject AT&T’s application to end traditional landline service in all areas until reliable broadband cellular coverage is available
- Taplin - Relationship Nondiscrimination Ordinance amending BMC to include non-discrimination protections based on family and relationship structure
- Taplin – Vision 2050 Community Engagement Expansion to authorize the City Manager to expand the scope of the the Vision 2050 Coplete Streets Parcel Tax Community Engagement and Program Plan in the FY 2024 Budget to consider addition revenue sources (1) potential ballot referenda for an increase to Berkeley’s Parks Tax and/or (2) renewing the Measure P Real Property Transfer Tax beyond 2028
- Hahn – Creating SHARE BERKELEY – A Berkeley Public Library Share Hub for Access, Resilience, and Equity, (vast expansion of tool lending library into wide variety of lending options)
- Cardwell, City Manager’s Office – Staff Shortages: City Services Constrained by Staff Retention challenges and Delayed Hiring Audit Status Report
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
- Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations) – held in Agenda and Rules Committee for review
- Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports – removed by City Manager
- Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – sent to Land Use Committee
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LAND USE CALENDAR
2924 Russell (install unenclosed hot tub) 2/27/2024
2113-2115 Kittredge (California Theater) TBD
3000 Shattuck (construct 10-story mixed-use building) TBD
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 18 - February 25, 2024
Worth Noting:
The only council meeting this week is a closed session. The council agenda for the February 27 regular meeting is available for comment. The planned 4:30 pm meeting on the 27th on Economic Dashboards is not yet posted. At the bottom of the final city council agenda is a new section Disposition of Items in Draft Agenda That Were Removed from Final Agenda to help keep track of what happened. Council committees are on hold until May 1, 2024.
To explore and register for all City sponsored recreation activities go to: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY3NDE=
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript, Save CHAT are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – no city meetings or events found – major storm predicted
Monday, February 19, 2024 – Presidents’ Day Holiday – major storm predicted
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601602803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 160 2803
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1423 Ward Street and 1401 Carleton Street, neighboring properties of the Santa Fe Right-of-Way, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators APN 060 238200301, Second Street, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-20-2024
CIVIC ARTS PUBLIC ART Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613266548
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 326 6548
AGENDA: 5. a. Immersive Arts Alliance Presentation, b. Public arts Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: 1. Report on growth trends in Berkeley’s Aging population and trends in spending on aging services, Commissioner reports: F/U on One Medical senior parking issues, 2. Discussion of opportunity for downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation with Q&A on Women’s Economic Opportunity: Small Businesses and Credit Reporting by East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation with Q&A on the War on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), 9. Preliminary discussion on Sex Trafficking Recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-PERSON: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 – FY 2028 RFP, 3. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute, 4. Proposed merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 5. Fire Marshall’s report, 6. Public reverse Mortgage, 7. Difficulty local residents attaining benefits from approved providers. 8. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, February 22, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Plant-Based Food Public Health Promotion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit to make commissions hybrid.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84070081807
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 849 7008 1807
AGENDA: all projects are on consent
2. 1287 Gillman – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 – establish a wine bar
3. 1205 Kains – Use Permit #ZP2023-0102 – Residential addition lift dwelling by 18 inches and move dwelling back 3 feet 3 inches toward eastern boundary and construct 3rd floor balcny
4. 1330 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0112 – demolish 1257 sq ft duplex and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 2002 sq ft, height 23 ft 9 in, rear house 2017 sq ft, height 23 ft 6 in, one parking space
5. 1340 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0113 – demolish one 1908 sq ft single family dwelling and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 4037 sq ft, height 23 ft, rear house 4037 sq ft, 24 ft 1.5 in, two off street parking spaces
6. 2901-2903 Deakin – Use Permit #ZP2023-0074 – lift existing duplex 10 ft 6 in for total height 23 ft 8 in to create new 1st floor and 8th bedroom.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MOVE YA BODY! FREE DANCE FITNESS SERIES from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Use link to register, two sessions left in series, Feb 22 and Feb 29
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series-1
Friday, February 23, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 24, 2024
YOGA and HARP for the SOUL from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Fee $63, use link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/yoga-and-harp-soul
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
Worth Noting:
The only council meeting this week is a closed session. The council agenda for the February 27 regular meeting is available for comment. The planned 4:30 pm meeting on the 27th on Economic Dashboards is not yet posted. At the bottom of the final city council agenda is a new section Disposition of Items in Draft Agenda That Were Removed from Final Agenda to help keep track of what happened. Council committees are on hold until May 1, 2024.
- Tuesday, February 20, 2024:
- At 3 pm is the council closed session.
- At 3:30 pm is the Public Art Subcommittee meets online.
- Wednesday, February 21, 2024:
- At 1:30 pm the Commission on Aging meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Commission on the Status of Women meets in person.
- Thursday, February 22, 2024:
- At 6:30 pm the Community Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Mental Health Commission meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Zoning Adjustment Board meets in the hybrid format with all projects listed as on consent.
To explore and register for all City sponsored recreation activities go to: https://ca-berkeley.civicrec.com/CA/berkeley-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTIzODY3NDE=
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
Directions with links to ZOOM support for activating Closed Captioning and Save Transcript, Save CHAT are at the bottom of this calendar.
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – no city meetings or events found – major storm predicted
Monday, February 19, 2024 – Presidents’ Day Holiday – major storm predicted
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1601602803
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 160 2803
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1423 Ward Street and 1401 Carleton Street, neighboring properties of the Santa Fe Right-of-Way, 2. Conference with Real Property Negotiators APN 060 238200301, Second Street, 3. Conference with Labor Negotiators Employee Organizations: Berkeley Fire Fighters Association, Local 1227 I.A.F.F. Berkeley Fire Officers Association, Berkeley Police Association, SEIU 1021, Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders, SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-20-2024
CIVIC ARTS PUBLIC ART Subcommittee at 3:30 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1613266548
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252
Meeting ID: 161 326 6548
AGENDA: 5. a. Immersive Arts Alliance Presentation, b. Public arts Budget
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/civic-arts-commission
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
COMMISSION on AGING at 1:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: Presentation: 1. Report on growth trends in Berkeley’s Aging population and trends in spending on aging services, Commissioner reports: F/U on One Medical senior parking issues, 2. Discussion of opportunity for downsizing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-aging
COMMISSION on the STATUS of WOMEN AT 7 PM
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Presentation with Q&A on Women’s Economic Opportunity: Small Businesses and Credit Reporting by East Bay Community Law Center, 6. Presentation with Q&A on the War on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), 9. Preliminary discussion on Sex Trafficking Recommendations.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-status-women
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-PERSON: 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 2. FY 2025 – FY 2028 RFP, 3. Review CoB funded agency Program and Financial reports a. Multicultural Institute, 4. Proposed merger of HWCAC and Peace and Justice Commission, 5. Fire Marshall’s report, 6. Public reverse Mortgage, 7. Difficulty local residents attaining benefits from approved providers. 8. Hybrid meetings.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
Thursday, February 22, 2024
COMMUNITY HEALTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis, South Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 5. Plant-Based Food Public Health Promotion.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/community-health-commission
MENTAL HEALTH COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Poppy
AGENDA: 3. Mental Health Manager’s Report and Caseload Statistics, 7. Revisit to make commissions hybrid.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/mental-health-commission
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84070081807
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 849 7008 1807
AGENDA: all projects are on consent
2. 1287 Gillman – Use Permit #ZP2023-0122 – establish a wine bar
3. 1205 Kains – Use Permit #ZP2023-0102 – Residential addition lift dwelling by 18 inches and move dwelling back 3 feet 3 inches toward eastern boundary and construct 3rd floor balcny
4. 1330 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0112 – demolish 1257 sq ft duplex and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 2002 sq ft, height 23 ft 9 in, rear house 2017 sq ft, height 23 ft 6 in, one parking space
5. 1340 Haskell – Use Permit #ZP2023-0113 – demolish one 1908 sq ft single family dwelling and construct two detached two story single-family dwellings, new front house 4037 sq ft, height 23 ft, rear house 4037 sq ft, 24 ft 1.5 in, two off street parking spaces
6. 2901-2903 Deakin – Use Permit #ZP2023-0074 – lift existing duplex 10 ft 6 in for total height 23 ft 8 in to create new 1st floor and 8th bedroom.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zoning-adjustments-board
MOVE YA BODY! FREE DANCE FITNESS SERIES from 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Use link to register, two sessions left in series, Feb 22 and Feb 29
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/move-ya-body-free-dance-fitness-series-1
Friday, February 23, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 24, 2024
YOGA and HARP for the SOUL from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Fee $63, use link to register
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/yoga-and-harp-soul
Sunday, February 25, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 27, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1614329714
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 432 9714
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
14.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
AGENDA on CONSENT:
15.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
16.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
18.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
19.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
DISPOSITION OF ITEMS IN DRAFT AGENDA THAT WERE REMOVED FROM FINAL AGENDA:
- Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations) – held in Agenda and Rules Committee for review
- Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports – removed by City Manager
- Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO) – sent to Land Use Committee
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WORK SESSIONS & SPECIAL MEETINGS:
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 11 - February 18, 2024
Worth Noting:
The week starts with Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday on Monday February 12 and Valentine’s Day on Wednesday. Look for meetings to be moved around from usual days, times and locations. The week ends with the 3-day Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Monday, February 12, 2024 – LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/27/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT BOARD EVICTION / SECTION 8 / FORECLOSURE COMMITTEE at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977214326?pwd=ycWBQBZHRpUN9mbHcuJsPPAy1AbMYL.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 879 7721 4326 Passcode: 102354
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from the Berkeley Housing Authority on the Section 8 Program in Berkeley, 7. Board data on recent eviction activity, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding Measure AA Owner Move-in Eviction Report.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-committees/evictionsection-8foreclosure-committee
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano
AGENDA: 5. 2024 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Review of roles and responsibilities of elected leadership, 10. Elections, 11. Reviewing Results of Berkeley High bathroom survey, 12. Action plan for letter of recommendation using the survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email and voicemail sent to Commission, 10. Updates to City of Berkeley ADA Grievance Form, 11. Election, 12. Workplan, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, February 15, 2024
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chambers 5th floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87643207842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
Meeting ID: 876 4320 7842
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on master plan for the Berkeley Innovation Zone (the University Hall site) on Oxford, 5. Update on Street Lighting Master Plan, 6. People’s Park development project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Green Room
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update on Capital Projects at the Waterfront, 11. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 12. Update on Bay Area Air Quality Management District and Methane System at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2018 Blake - Continued Final Design Review – for east west elevations on a 6-story multi-family residential building
2136 San Pablo – Preliminary Design Review – demolish an existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 125 units (5 residential stories above a podium, 3-livework units at ground level and 50 off-street parking spaces in a mechanical lift system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. Woolsey-Fulton Bicycle Boulevard and Shattuck-MLK Bus Stops Projects, 3. Draft workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. (6 pm) Staff Updates progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Tours of the Transfer Station for Commissioners, Zero Waste Campaign Messaging Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 2. (6:30 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. (6:50 pm) Discuss Reusable Takeout-ware Programs and Supporting Partnerships between businesses with dishwashers, 4. (7:10 pm) Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 2. Closed Session evaluation Executive Director, 6. Special Presentation Tenant Power Tool Kit, 7. Special Presentation Empty Homes Tax Ordinance,
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
BNC BOARD of SUPERVISORS FORUM from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89484790929
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 894 8479 0929
AGENDA: Candidates are Ben Bartlett, Nikki Fortunato Bass, Ken Berrick, Gregory Hodge, Chris Moore, Gerald Pechenuk, Lorrel Pliimier – if you can’t attend, the forum will be recorded and posted on the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council website.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Friday, February 16, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 17 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 am – 11 am
In-Person “start” Location: 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on February 12, 2024
DRAFT Agenda for February 27, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
13.Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations)
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
15.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
16.Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports
17.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
18.Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO)
19.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
20.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
22.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PRESENTATION:
Bay area Housing Finance Authority
URGENCY ITEM:
Harrison – Resolution granting the Berkeley Repertory theater $15,393.29 to Offset the City’s Business License Tax on Large Non-profits
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Worth Noting:
The week starts with Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday on Monday February 12 and Valentine’s Day on Wednesday. Look for meetings to be moved around from usual days, times and locations. The week ends with the 3-day Presidents’ Day Holiday weekend.
- Tuesday:
- At 10 am the Solano BID meets in person.
- At 2:30 pm the Agenda Committee meets in the hybrid format.
- At 6 pm City Council meets in the hybrid format with item 12 on increasing safety for vulnerable residents and dissolution of the Peace and Justice Commission and Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions to create new Community Action Commission.
- At 6 pm the Rent Board Eviction / Section 8 / Foreclosure committee meets at 6 pm.
- At 6:30 pm the Youth Commission meets in person
- Wednesday:
- At 5 pm the Commission on disability meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Homeless Services Panel of Experts meets in person.
- Thursday:
- At 1 pm the City / UC / Student Relations Committee meets in the hybrid format with People’s Park Update on the agenda.
- At 5:30 pm the Parks Commission meets in person.
- At 5:30 pm the Zero Waste Commission meets in person.
- At 6:15 pm the Transportation and Infrastructure Commission meets in person with Woolsey-Fulton Bike BLVD and Shattuck–MLK bus stops on the agenda.
- At 6:30 pm the Design Review Committee meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Rent Board meets in the hybrid format with the vacancy tax on the agenda.
- At 7:30 pm BNC holds a forum for the Alameda County Supervisors Candidates. If you miss it this forum will be recorded and posted on the BNC website.
- Saturday: From 9 – 11 am is the shoreline cleanup.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 11, 2024 – SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Monday, February 12, 2024 – LINCOLN’S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
AGENDA: Public Comment on non-agenda and items 1 – 7. 1. Minutes, 2. Review and Approve 2/27/2024 -- draft agenda – (Review/Consider) Request from Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for presentation on the ceremonial calendar, use link or read full draft agenda below at the end of the list of city meetings, 3. Berkeley Considers, 4. Adjournment in Memory, 5. Council Worksessions, 6. Referrals for scheduling, 7. Land Use Calendar REFERRED ITEMS FOR REVIEW: 8. Discussion and Possible Action on City Council Rules of Decorum Procedural Rules, and Remote Public Comments, 9. Harrison, co-sponsor Bartlett – Amend BMC 3.78 To Expand Eligibility Requirements for Representatives of The Poor to Serve on The Human Welfare and Community Action Commission or any successor commission, to consider the current geographic information of poverty in Berkeley, 10. City Council Legislative Systems Redesign, UNSCHEDULED ITEMS: 11. Modifications or Improvements to City Council Meeting Procedures, 12. Strengthening and Supporting City Commission: Guidance on Development of Legislative Proposals, 13. Discussion and Recommendations on the Continued Use of the Berkeley Considers Online Engagement Portal.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786
AGENDA: Use the link and choose the html option or see the agenda listed at the end of the calendar.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
RENT BOARD EVICTION / SECTION 8 / FORECLOSURE COMMITTEE at 6 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87977214326?pwd=ycWBQBZHRpUN9mbHcuJsPPAy1AbMYL.1
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 879 7721 4326 Passcode: 102354
AGENDA: 6. Presentation from the Berkeley Housing Authority on the Section 8 Program in Berkeley, 7. Board data on recent eviction activity, 8. Discussion and possible action regarding Measure AA Owner Move-in Eviction Report.
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-committees/evictionsection-8foreclosure-committee
SOLANO BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT at 10 am
In-Person: 1801 Solano
AGENDA: 5. 2024 Workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/solano-avenue-business-improvement-district-advisory-board
YOUTH COMMISSION at 6:30 pm
In-Person: 1730 Oregon
AGENDA: 9. Review of roles and responsibilities of elected leadership, 10. Elections, 11. Reviewing Results of Berkeley High bathroom survey, 12. Action plan for letter of recommendation using the survey.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/youth-commission
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
COMMISSION on DISABILITY at 5 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 8. Log of Access Complaints, 9. Email and voicemail sent to Commission, 10. Updates to City of Berkeley ADA Grievance Form, 11. Election, 12. Workplan, 13. Accessibility of speakers’ lectern at City Council & BUSD meetings
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/commission-disability
HOMELESS SERVICES PANEL of EXPERTS at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Juniper Room
AGENDA: Discussion of the FY 2025 – 2028 Community Agency funding Process
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/homeless-services-panel-experts
Thursday, February 15, 2024
CITY / UC / STUDENT RELATIONS COMMITTEE at 1 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2465 Bancroft Way, Eshleman Hall, ASUC Senate Chambers 5th floor
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87643207842
Teleconference: 1-669-900-9128
Meeting ID: 876 4320 7842
AGENDA: 4. Presentation on master plan for the Berkeley Innovation Zone (the University Hall site) on Oxford, 5. Update on Street Lighting Master Plan, 6. People’s Park development project.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/cityucstudent-relations-committee
PARKS, RECREATION AND WATERFRONT COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Green Room
AGENDA: 9. Director’s Report, 10. Update on Capital Projects at the Waterfront, 11. Upcoming Waterfront Parking Study, 12. Update on Bay Area Air Quality Management District and Methane System at Cesar Chavez Park.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/parks-recreation-and-waterfront-commission
DESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center, Gooseberry Room
AGENDA: 2018 Blake - Continued Final Design Review – for east west elevations on a 6-story multi-family residential building
2136 San Pablo – Preliminary Design Review – demolish an existing 2-story non-residential structure and construct a 6-story mixed-use building with 125 units (5 residential stories above a podium, 3-livework units at ground level and 50 off-street parking spaces in a mechanical lift system.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/design-review-committee
TRANSPORTATION and INFRASTRUCTURE COMMISSION at 6:15 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center,
AGENDA Discussion/Action: 2. Woolsey-Fulton Bicycle Boulevard and Shattuck-MLK Bus Stops Projects, 3. Draft workplan.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/transportation-and-infrastructure-commission
ZERO WASTE COMMISSION at 5:30 pm
In-Person: 1326 Allston, City Corporation Yard, Ratcliff Building, Willow Room
AGENDA: 6. (6 pm) Staff Updates progress on SB-1383 Implementation, SUDs Ordinance Enforcement, Tours of the Transfer Station for Commissioners, Zero Waste Campaign Messaging Updates, Discussion and Action Items: 2. (6:30 pm) Report out from the Special Events Subcommittee and Green Building Subcommittee, 3. (6:50 pm) Discuss Reusable Takeout-ware Programs and Supporting Partnerships between businesses with dishwashers, 4. (7:10 pm) Discuss Legislative Updates.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/zero-waste-commission
RENT STABILIZATION BOARD MEETING at 7 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86351823870?pwd=6u9aivTslet7SqNRO_IBL3QRcsH57w.WN9X-NdkqPRvYdDc
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 863 5182 3870 Passcode: 662299
AGENDA: 2. Closed Session evaluation Executive Director, 6. Special Presentation Tenant Power Tool Kit, 7. Special Presentation Empty Homes Tax Ordinance,
https://rentboard.berkeleyca.gov/elected-rent-board/rent-board-meetings
BNC BOARD of SUPERVISORS FORUM from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89484790929
Teleconference: 1-669-444-9171
Meeting ID: 894 8479 0929
AGENDA: Candidates are Ben Bartlett, Nikki Fortunato Bass, Ken Berrick, Gregory Hodge, Chris Moore, Gerald Pechenuk, Lorrel Pliimier – if you can’t attend, the forum will be recorded and posted on the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council website.
https://berkeleyneighborhoodscouncil.com/
Friday, February 16, 2024 – no city meetings or events found
Saturday, February 17 2024
3rd SATURDAY SHORELINE CLEANUP from 9 am – 11 am
In-Person “start” Location: 160 University, Shorebird Park Nature Center
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/3rd-saturday-shoreline-cleanup-0
Sunday, February 18, 2024 – PRESIDENTS’ DAY HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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AGENDA AND RULES COMMITTEE Meeting at 2:30 pm on February 12, 2024
DRAFT Agenda for February 27, 2024 City Council meeting
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor – Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1615349220
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (Toll Free)
Meeting ID: 161 534 9220
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/council-committees/policy-committee-agenda-rules
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Minutes for approval
2.Fong, IT - Amend Contract No. 31900184 with Alcor Solutions, Inc. to expand services for intranet services
3.Fong, IT – Amend Contract No.105921-1 add $250,000 total $1,297,200 with TruePoint Solutions, LLC for professional services and extend to one year 6/1/2015 – 6/30/2025
4.Ferris, Parks – Accept donation $3,400 for memorial bench at Cesar Chavez Park in memory of Charlie Pollack
5.Ferris, Parks – Contract $1,500,000 over 3 years with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for Tree Removal and Pruning Services with option to renew for 2 additional years at $500,000 per year total $2,500,000
6.Klein, Planning - Contract $634,000 over 3 years with Rincon Consultants for Environmental Justice Element, Safety Element Update and Equitable Climate and Resilience Metrics
7.Klein, Planning – Amend Contract No. 32300057add $43,556 to new total $126,890 with Association for Energy Affordability for Pilot Climate Equity Fund and extend to 6/30/2025
8.Murray, Public Works – Accept Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Equipment Voucher $174,290 2/13/2024 – 2/13/2026
9.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11529-C) $4,246,955 with JJR Construction Inc. for FY 2024 sidewalk repair project
10.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11621-C) $4,828,002 includes 10% contingency $438,909 with Bay Pacific Pipeline, In for Virginia, Russell, et al. Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project
11.Murray, Public Works – Contract (Specification No. 24-11645-C) $465,187 includes 10% contingency $42,289 with Kolos Engineering, Inc. for Urgent Sewer Repair Project
12.Murray, Public Works – Reject Bids – FY 2023 Retaining Wall and Storm Drain Improvement Project Specification Nos. 23-11616-C & 11614-C
13.Open Government Commission – Referral to Council – Proposed Changes to Public Comment (common sense recommendations)
AGENDA on CONSENT:
14.ZAB Appeal - 2924 Russell Administrative Use Permit #ZP2023-0081to install an unenclosed hot tub in the rear yard
15.Klein, Planning – Zoning Amendments BMC Title 23 to streamline and clarify permitting process for small businesses in commercial districts, select manufacturing districts, residential BART mixed use (R-BMU) and residential Southside mixed use (R-SMU)
16.Murray, Public Works – Revised fees for public use of city-owned electric vehicle charging ports
17.Goel, HHCS – Receive State of Public Health in Berkeley Summary Report
18.Klein, Planning – Proposed Amendments to the Building Emissions Saving Ordinance (BESO)
19.Arreguin – Allocate $300,000 from General Fund to plan for future health care access for Berkeley residents (to study/identify/evaluate healthcare and hospital access over planned closure Alta Bates) 104 page documentation/report with agenda item
20.Bartlett – Referral to City Manager: Eminent Domain feasibility analysis for 2902 and 2908 Adeline and abandoned house on 1946 Russell
INFORMATION REPORTS:
21.Oyekanmi, Finance – FY 2024 first quarter investment report ended 9/30/2023
22.LPO NOD: 2113-2115 Kittredge #LMSAP2022-0011
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA for Regular 6 pm Meeting on February 13, 2024
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1617862221
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 786 2221
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas
PRESENTATION:
Bay area Housing Finance Authority
URGENCY ITEM:
Harrison – Resolution granting the Berkeley Repertory theater $15,393.29 to Offset the City’s Business License Tax on Large Non-profits
AGENDA on CONSENT:
1.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading amending CalPERS Contract
2.Kouyoumdjian, HR – 2nd reading at Will Designations: Employee Relations Manager and Assistant to City Attorney
3.Murry, Public Works – 2nd reading lease agreement with We Wield The Hammer at 2440 Durant in Telegraph-Channing Mall and Garage
4.Friedrichsen, Budget Manager – 2024 State and federal Legislative Platform
5.Numainville, City Clerk – Amendments to Alternative Commissioner Regulations
6.Numainville, City Clerk – Reschedule April 16 regular council meeting to April 2
7.Hollander, Economic Development (OED) – Grant Application for $150,000 to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
8.Hollander, OED – Contract $69,000 with Masako Miki Public Art Commission for Aquatic Park ceramic tile mural for Park Pathway Wall
9.Oyekanmi, Finance – Formal Bid Solicitations and RFP - $90,000, printing and mail services
10.Warhuss, HHCS – Contract $1,379,400 with Traditions Behavioral Health for psychiatry services through 6/30/2027
11.Fong, IT - $300,000 with Compu Systems for Professional Services through 12/31/2024
12.Commission on the Status of Women – Recommendation on Public Safety/Crime Prevention for Women especially older vulnerable women (references recent muggings on BART pathways) suggestions 1 – Ashby/North Berkeley BART escorts, 2. Explore DBA & Telegraph BID Ambassadors as escorts, 3. Explore expanding Go-Go Grandparent, 4. Develop Community-wide forum on safety and crime prevention, 5. Consult with BPD on identifying locations and times of highest safety risk
Council Consent Items:
13.Arreguin – RFP for Development of West Berkeley Service Center
14.Bartlett, co-sponsors Taplin, Hahn – Designate the Adeline Corridor as the Black Arts and Culture District
AGENDA on ACTION:
15.Klein, Planning – Appeal 1960 San Antonio/645 Arlington Ave – Spring Estate Structural Alteration Permit #LMSAP22022-005
16.Warhuus, HHCS – Dissolution of the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission and the Peace and Justice Commission and establishment of the Berkeley Community Action Commission
INFORMATION REPORTS:
17.Small Sites Program Update
18.Bay Area Housing Finance Authority and 2024 Regional Affordable Housing Bond
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LAND USE CALENDAR PUBLIC HEARINGS:
- 1960 San Antonio 645 Arlington Avenue 2/13/2024
- 2924 Russell 2/27/2024 (unenclosed hot tub)
- 3000 Shattuck Avenue (Construct 10-story mixed-use building) – TBD
- 2113-15 Kittredge (California Theater)
- February 27 at 4:30 pm - Berkeley Economic Dashboards (OED)
- March 12 at 4 pm - BPD Annual Report
- Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Berkeley – El Cerrito Corridor Access Plan Presentation
- Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Feasibility Study
- Draft Waterfront Specific Plan (October/November)
- Dispatch Needs Assessment Presentation
- Presentation on Homelessness/Re-Housing/Thousand-Person Plan (TBD regular agenda)
- Fire Department Standards of Coverage & Community Risk Assessment
- May 16 - Fire Facilities Study Report, Wildfire Prevention Plan https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-special-meeting-eagenda-may-16-2023-6-pm
- June 20 (WS) - Climate Action Plan & Resilience Update, Berkeley Economic Dashboards Update reports available https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/city-council/city-council-agendas/city-council-2023-06-20
February 4 - February 11, 2024
Worth Noting:
The February 13 City Council 4 pm special meeting on the Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development is not posted yet. The February 13 Council 6 pm agenda is posted and available for comment with the merger of the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission merger as item 16 under action. Both the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions meet this coming week.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 4, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, February 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616189638
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 618 9638
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. , Fire Chief Association 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Sieu 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders , SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Reugg & Ellsworth V. CoB Alameda Co Superior Court RG18930003, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1512 University.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Election, VI. Revise Job Class Specification – Forestry Climber, VII. Revise Job Class – Playground Leader Trainer, Camp Staff Member, Camp Staff Leader, Camp Staff Supervisor, VIII. Revise Salary Ranges – Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Commission Updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger,9. Election, 10. Update the Gaza Peace Roundtable Subgroup, 11. Update November Roundtable regarding Fukushima Waste Water.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION CDBG Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603825206?pwd=eTZ1cFVBUXVsdUNTWnRRQTJHQUJUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 382 5206 Passcode: 881149
AGENDA: 4. RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Library
AGENDA: I.D. Comments from Library Unions, II.B. Revised 2024 Library Holiday and early closing schedule, C. Contract $110,000 with CivicMakers, D. Contract $88,020 with Communico, LLC for the Communico Digital Publishing Platform, III.A. Budget Priorities for FY 2025 & FY 2026.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 1. Election, 4. FY 2025 – 2028 RFP, 5. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 6. Review Program and Financial Reports J-Sei, 7. Rights and Responsibilities HWCAC, 8. Merger HWCAC and the Peace and Justice Commissions, 9. Fire Marshal’s Report and implications, 10. Reverse mortgage, 11. Hybrid meetings, 12. Difficulties accessing approved Medical and Medicare benefits from approved providers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Election, 11. Public Hearing Middle Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (rescheduled) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Members’ Reports, 7. Chief’s Report, Legislative and Policy Updates, 10. Presentation new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, 11. a. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0002, b. Discussion/action regarding directive to City Manager to engage with the PAB on additional security cameras, c. Review and Approval of BPD Officer Commendations, d. Early Intervention System Policy of BPD, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
AGENDA: Application support in applying for a Berkeley BART Construction Displacement Certificate or Foreclosure Displacement Certificate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments
Thursday, February 8, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/861233704
Worth Noting:
The February 13 City Council 4 pm special meeting on the Ashby BART Transit Oriented Development is not posted yet. The February 13 Council 6 pm agenda is posted and available for comment with the merger of the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission merger as item 16 under action. Both the Peace and Justice Commission and the Human Welfare and Community Action Commissions meet this coming week.
- Monday:
- At 3 pm the Council meets in closed session in the hybrid format.
- At 7 pm the Personnel Board meets in person.
- At 7 pm the Peace and Justice Commission meets in person.
- Wednesday:
- At 3 pm the HAC CDBG subcommittee meets online.
- At 6 pm the Planning Commission meets in person with a hearing on “Middle” Housing.
- At 6:30 pm the Board of Library Trustees meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the Human Welfare and Community Action Commission meets in person.
- At 6:30 pm the PAB meets in the hybrid format.
- From 12 – 3 pm appointments are offered to assist with the completion of Displacement Certificate Applications.
- Thursday: At 7 pm the ZAB meets in the hybrid format.
- Friday: At 9 am the Elmwood BID meets in person.
- Saturday: At 10 am the Berkeley Neighborhoods Council (BNC) meets online. On January 13 Berkeleyans for Better Planning presented their ballot initiative for fixing city streets and sidewalks. The alternate ballot initiative presentation on city streets is scheduled for February 10.
Check the City website for late announcements and meetings posted on short notice at: https://berkeleyca.gov/
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BERKELEY PUBLIC MEETINGS AND CIVIC EVENTS
Sunday, February 4, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Monday, February 5, 2024
CITY COUNCIL Closed Session at 3 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, 6th Floor Redwood Room
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1616189638
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-568-8864 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 161 618 9638
AGENDA: 1. Conference with Labor Negotiators employee organizations Berkeley Fire fighters Association Local 1227 I.A.F.F. , Fire Chief Association 1227 I.A.F.F., Berkeley Police Association, Sieu 1021 Community Services and Part-time Recreation Activity Leaders , SEIU 1021 Maintenance and Clerical Public Employee Union Local 1, Unrepresented Employees, 2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation a. Reugg & Ellsworth V. CoB Alameda Co Superior Court RG18930003, b. CA Restaurant Association v. CoB, 3. Conference with Real Property Negotiators 1512 University.
https://berkeleyca.gov/city-council-closed-meeting-eagenda-february-5-2024
PERSONNEL BOARD at 7 pm
In-Person: at 1301 Shattuck, Live Oak Park
AGENDA: V. Election, VI. Revise Job Class Specification – Forestry Climber, VII. Revise Job Class – Playground Leader Trainer, Camp Staff Member, Camp Staff Leader, Camp Staff Supervisor, VIII. Revise Salary Ranges – Electrical Supervisor and Communications Supervisor.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/personnel-board
PEACE and JUSTICE COMMISSION at 7 pm
In-Person: at 2939 Ellis
AGENDA: 6. Commission Updates, 7. Secretary’s Report, 8. Discussion and Update on the Peace and Justice Merger,9. Election, 10. Update the Gaza Peace Roundtable Subgroup, 11. Update November Roundtable regarding Fukushima Waste Water.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/peace-and-justice-commission
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 – No city meetings or events found
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION CDBG Subcommittee at 3 pm
Videoconference: https://cityofberkeley-info.zoomgov.com/j/1603825206?pwd=eTZ1cFVBUXVsdUNTWnRRQTJHQUJUZz09
Teleconference: 1-669-254-5252 or 1-833-435-1820 (toll free)
Meeting ID: 160 382 5206 Passcode: 881149
AGENDA: 4. RFP
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/housing-advisory-commission
BOARD of LIBRARY TRUSTEES at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 1170 The Alameda, North Branch Library
AGENDA: I.D. Comments from Library Unions, II.B. Revised 2024 Library Holiday and early closing schedule, C. Contract $110,000 with CivicMakers, D. Contract $88,020 with Communico, LLC for the Communico Digital Publishing Platform, III.A. Budget Priorities for FY 2025 & FY 2026.
https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/board-library-trustees
HUMAN WELFARE and COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION (HWCAC) at 6:30 pm
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia
AGENDA: 1. Election, 4. FY 2025 – 2028 RFP, 5. Election of Low-Income Representatives, 6. Review Program and Financial Reports J-Sei, 7. Rights and Responsibilities HWCAC, 8. Merger HWCAC and the Peace and Justice Commissions, 9. Fire Marshal’s Report and implications, 10. Reverse mortgage, 11. Hybrid meetings, 12. Difficulties accessing approved Medical and Medicare benefits from approved providers.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/human-welfare-and-community-action-commission
PLANNING COMMISSION at 6 pm
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
AGENDA: 6. Chair report, 7. Committee reports, 10. Election, 11. Public Hearing Middle Housing.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/planning-commission
POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY BOARD (rescheduled) at 6:30 pm
A Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1901 Hearst, North Berkeley Senior Center
Videoconference: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82653396072
Teleconference: 1-669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 826 5339 6072
AGENDA: 3. Public Comment on agenda and non-agenda items, 5. ODPA Staff Report, 6. Chair and Board Members’ Reports, 7. Chief’s Report, Legislative and Policy Updates, 10. Presentation new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0001, 11. a. Presentation of new ODPA Policy Complaint No. 2024-PR-0002, b. Discussion/action regarding directive to City Manager to engage with the PAB on additional security cameras, c. Review and Approval of BPD Officer Commendations, d. Early Intervention System Policy of BPD, 13. Closed Session.
https://berkeleyca.gov/your-government/boards-commissions/police-accountability-board
DISPLACEMENT CERTIFICATE APPLICATION ASSISTANCE APPOINTMENTS from 12 – 3 pm
Book and Appointment for In Person Application Assistance: https://calendly.com/housingpreferences/30min?month=2024-01
In-Person: at 2180 Milvia, City Hall
AGENDA: Application support in applying for a Berkeley BART Construction Displacement Certificate or Foreclosure Displacement Certificate.
https://berkeleyca.gov/community-recreation/events/displacement-certificate-application-assistance-appointments
Thursday, February 8, 2024
ZONING ADJUSTMENT BOARD at 7 pm
Hybrid Meeting
In-Person: at 1231 Addison St. in the School District Board Room
Videoconference: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/861233704